Love walking my dogs here. It's usually quiet. I only wish more people would heed the posted rules about dogs needing to be on leash. One of my dogs does not enjoy being approached by unknown dogs. I really enjoy this park aside from seeing 1-5 off leash dogs each time we go when it's nice out. The off-leash dog park is up the road.

A lovely spot along the way to Minnehaha falls. Quiet and relaxing and not busy all the times I have been. A nice spot to stop along and sit and relax and listen to the stream that flows out of the cold spring. Some fish in the cold spring and what seems to be invasive koi fish that were purposefully out there sadly.

Interesting with a small castle structure over what appeared to be a natural spring, but not much more than a short lope hiking trail. If you follow to the north you will hit Minnehaha Falls. If you follow to the south you hit Pike Island, where the Minnesota and Mississippi River intersect.

I love that places like these that are preserved for their history and provided (without cost) for the public to explore and enjoy! A big thank-you, given to all those for whom has given of their time to allow others, such as myself, to find solace and peace among these pathways of wildflowers, trees, and the natural nature preserve that is underway! I very much appreciate you!

Beautiful nature trails and river hikes that make you forget you’re in the heart of Minneapolis. Many people walking dogs.

Nice place to visit that isnt as traveled as minnehaha falls or fort snelling. Good hiking and lots of mileage. Great place to walk your dogs

Beautiful

This is a sacred site for many nations

Great place for hiking and walking the dog. There is an off-leash dog area that is a blast for everyone and an extensive network of paths that will keep you moving for a whole afternoon or more if you choose to explore the area. Some paths have steep inclines, so come prepared with proper footwear and expect a workout if you hike.

Such a nice quiet place. There are ticks here so check your furries when you get home.

This is a beautiful park, but unfortunately it’s next to an off leash dog area and even though the boundaries are marked, there are unleaded large dogs EVERYWHERE. It does not feel safe for my small children to have strange dogs larger than them just bounding up over a ridge and right into their faces.

Great little bonus find on the Minnehaha trail between Fort Snelling and the falls. Great landscaping and lots of ducks and critters hanging out. Easy to hike, harder to find. Get out and explore.

This is more of a conservation area than a park, amenities should be minimal and what is there is ample, clean, tended. See Wikipedia's brief and somewhat sad history of this site. What you will see now are ruins, remnants of its former American Army occupiers. Think I would've liked to see it in it's former glory as a reliable year-round source of fresh clean drinking water for surrounding first nations peoples and as a gathering place for important ceremonies, rituals, meetings and celebrations. Open all year round, it's also a way station for Monarch butterflies on their seasonal migration. It has a treat to offer for every season and a fresh new face everytime you visit

Cool place to see and explore and it's just in the city but feels like you're up north.

Very beautiful PPL shud stop and enjoy god nature

Beautiful and the water is soo clear even tho it has lots of algea growing in it. Lots of trails.

Very quite and beautiful location right in between st. Paul and Minneapolis. Very highly recommended!!

Interesting but not per se spectacular. Cool looking walking trail map but I was on a recubent road bike so didn't look further.

Nice place

Nice biking trail to Minehaha falls. Also next to best dog park in twin cities!

Good in spring, as stated. Also good in other seasons, as not stated.

A beautiful area to walk around and reflect about the Dakota peoples’ land you’re walking on.

Whom is complaining?

Cool old building.

Came after hearing about the "poultrygeist" chicken. Sauce did not mess around but neither did my girlfriend and I, we tag teamed the sandwich and it was amazing. Great flavor and not too hot while you eat but be sure to have some beer or dessert at your table because it will burn for a while (and the next day no doubt). Will definitely be back.

Great pilgrimage for an F. Scott fan!

Enjoy historical sites.

Little historical stop.

Very historic. Worth seeing.

Playground in the corner is a bit advanced for my tykes but super cool fun rope ladders and such for older kids.

Loved the walking trails :)

Pretty dece park. I would like to know why the spring has such a large retention pond. I suspect it makes it prone to algae buildup. Beautiful upper prairie.

Where it all began.... Right in a city block.

There is easy access to a large trail network that runs through woods leads to Fort Snelling and Minnehaha Falls. I am not sure how many miles. My group walked around for 2 hours enjoying nature.

Love taking my daughter to hike here. She didn't want to come for a walk/ hike, but ended up loving it here. Lots of scenery. A few great places to get photos.

What a wonderful place to walk during sunset! The deer were so close.

Couldn't find it

Great hike through this National Park! Bring your dog! The dog park is adjacent.

Date of Visit: 06/09/2023 - Great place to walk and enjoy nature. The water is currently very stinky (think hardboiled egg smell) so we wouldn’t recommend if you happen to be super sensitive to smells. Trails are gravel, feels like walking on someone’s driveway, but nice to know you’re not getting covered in woodticks.

Not a very long trail. Pretty boring/lackluster. Only one good area for pictures really.

Cool place to visit. A bit off the beaten path.

Lots of dogs, as it’s next to the Minnehaha off leash dog park… which isn’t completely fenced, so you’ll run into the occasional off leash dog. It’s a beautiful area, with some cool structures to check out and trails to wander. The dog park is towards the river, so avoid going that way, if you’re not a dog person.

Theyve changed this place a lot in the past 10 years

One of Minneapolis's finest birding areas. Beautiful, especially in spring and fall.

It's just a very fun place to explore.

Historic setting and meeting place of Dakota and Ojibwe people.

Long trails. Beautiful views. Different elevations. Lot of history.

loaded me n got me on out in under 2hrs

This is a tiny historic site on a lovely trail system. If you're driving here, you can either park in one of the nearby Park Board pay lots, or find residential-area parking and walk farther.

It is beautiful, serene, a "good story" and walking distance from a METRO station. This time I was there in conjunction with. A visit to the nearby dog park.

Fun place, ran into 3 different dog walkers with dogs off leash that ran right towards our kids, otherwise lovely place

Beautiful example of an oak savannah mixed with maple basswood forest

Beautiful in the fall

Off leash dog park

Beautiful place to walk your dog

I was right out there with the wildlife! Come and see!😉

In my neighborhood

Coldwater spring is a like a fairytale location hidden in the city. The spring runs all winter, and keeps the pond open. You'll find ducks swimming here all winter. It's just a short walk from the dog park and Fort Snelling, so it's a quick winter walk.

So much history and so unknown. Spring is compromised by highway construction.

Beautiful place to walk in fall. My husband and I took our dog through a couple of the trails and it was a relaxing and beautiful experience.

Great natural prarie

Love it!

Peaceful

Relaxing and peaceful place. One of my favorite places to get lost in...

Great trails right now, bring gloves and bag to pick up garbage... Unfortunately too many people leave things behind.

I had a lovely time. Beautiful location. Would definitely return.

Relaxing and beautiful.

Peaceful and perfectly maintained walking paths.

Not accessable upon my visit but made for a great photo opp.