Excellent park. Great updated splash pad. Big and fun playground. The rink is unique and spacious to use for both summer skating and ice skating. Nice walking area the pond and neighborhood. read more

A great spot for a short walk, there are two circles to loop around, one with water and one without. There is a playground that pretty big with multiple slides for kids. Overall felt clean and relaxing read more

Large park with all kinds of amenities. I like walking dogs there, but there is a play area. Splash Pad, meeting rooms, formal garden with a labyrinth, wild flowers, basketball hoops, tennis and pickleball, and a lake. Most of the walking paths are way going and inclines aren't too hard. read more

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Cute but very busy park. My friend wanted to go for a walk & decided to take us here because it has a smaller lake to walk around. They have a parking lot & plenty of street parking. They had a bit to offer; a lake, basketball court, splash pad, (I think I remember seeing a tennis court- people were playing pickleball on), a park, fields, a walking maze & a few other things. The area was pretty clean & well kept. Also I don't see many water features still open this late into fall so it's cool that they still turn on the splash pad for nicer autumn days. read more

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This splash pad is so perfect for summer days in Maple Grove! It's nice that they have so many chairs and seating for parents around the fountains. It also has a full playground area with many big slides. My daughter has so much fun running around and playing here every time we come. read more

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This park area is awesome!! There are lots of trails for walking, tons of multi purpose green space, pickleball courts, basketball courts, beautiful lakes, flowers, HUGE playground, splash pad and best of all easy parking! We stopped by right around sunset and the park was abuzz with people and families of all ages enjoying the perfect Minnesota summer night. I was very impressed with how clean and nice this whole park was. read more

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I brought a toddler to the splash pad and park. They loved both! The splash pad was well maintained and kept the toddler engaged. Afterward, we visited the park which was large and had subsections based on age of child. The signage even specified the recommended age/ability. We appreciated it because the little one was less likely to get trampled by older kids. However, it seems odd to have concrete with sharp edges. There was a portion going into an older kids' section where there was a sharp drop off which could easily cause an accident if a speedy and daring little one wasn't paying close attention. Having lived in the area previously, I can confirm the pond is the perfect spot for a short walk. The loop is about a mile and there are often dogs. The path even has bag stations. read more

I can not say enough nice things about this park!! My kids nicknamed this " Eiffel Tower Park" because of the large climbing tower when you first walk up to the park! There are lots of items for kids to play on and even though my boys have been there dozens of times, they never get bored! There is an indoor space to cool off or warm up with indoor bathrooms that are well kept! There is a super cool splash bad that lights up and is fun or kids and adults!! They also have a skating area for ice skating or roller blading depending on the time of year! There is a fire pit that is turned on in the winter! And if that hasn't sold you, there is a small lake that has a walking path that I've walked many times to help with weight loss, enjoy a summer night, or finish tiring my kids out One of the best parks in the Twin Cities area in my opinion!! read more

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Love the splash pads and the different playgrounds grouped for kids of different ages. Not a fan of the on tree parking when it's super busy and the parking lot fills up. read more

As a seasoned park reviewer, I am thoroughly impressed by the playground at Maple Grove. The high-quality play equipment, manufactured by Landscape Structures, is well-maintained and shows excellent durability, even with heavy use. The rubber surfacing, though worn in high-traffic areas, is promptly replaced to ensure safety. This spacious, urban park is perfect for families with children of all ages and offers a variety of features such as climbing structures, slides, and interactive fountains that are especially popular during warmer months. The park also includes picnic tables and grassy areas for relaxation. In winter, an LED-lit ice skating loop is available for free, with rental skates provided for a small fee. I just wish that I could rate this playground and park higher than five stars. It's rated one of the largest and best playgrounds in Minnesota. My personal favorite playground amenity is the double roller slide. I have incorporated single roller slides in many of the playgrounds I have installed. read more

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Had a Friday date with my 3 year old daughter and we came to the Central Park Playground for the first time. First things first: it has the best play structure I have seen s a Park. Any kid would be pumped to spend a few hours on the slides, climbing tower or sandbox. Second, they have a splash pad in the summer: Little's love splash pads and it gives parents down time while the Little's go crazy. Third, they have a community cater with seating and the cleanest park bathrooms you have ever seen. They are restaurant quality and have changing rooms and a family bathroom. Lastly, they have play structures, fields, basketball courts and a path around the lake. We had a blast on our play date and will be back for sure! read more

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Our quest to find new and exciting playgrounds just gets more and more exciting with the discoveries of these brand new, innovative, inventive and really fun playgrounds. This one is a lot of fun with a lot of fun equipment. J kiddingly asked if Frank Gehry designed this place? He was impressed as well. Roller slides Super fast metal slides Twisty slides Slides with some rock wall and ropes to climb Swings Tire Swings Hammock Swings etc. Really great playground. Splash Pad is nice with big spouts of water shooting up and out on a timer. Lots of places to sit, tables ,chair, concrete steps, grass. Bathrooms and changing rooms inside the little chalet looking area with a few small snack bar areas. Another great playground and park in Maple Grove read more

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This park is fun for everyone! I bring my son here at least once a week and end up sliding down most of the slides with him! Central Park has several different playgrounds for kids of all ages from 6 months to 100 year olds! Everything is built by landscape structures, so all the equipment is quality. This park is always clean, even though it's constantly busy. They have plenty of seating for parents, water fountains, picnic tables,walking paths, and handicap accessible! You can't ask for better! When it's really hot the splash pad is amazing! All the kids love it, and it's even a safe for the younger kids! My son spends an average of an hour in there every time! The park also has very spacious bathrooms and changing rooms, a snack bar, skating rink, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a couple fire pits! This ranks #1 in all the parks in MN for my family! read more

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I have never been to a crazier and busier park in my life.. it's insanely busy, kids are mean to other kids and parents really don't care. There was not a lot of space to hide from the sun either. There appears to be a lot of seating, but people will hog chairs and not even use them, so there is just not enough for everyone. Other than that, the park is very cute, the fountains are fun for the kids to play in and the indoor bathrooms, ac and snack store is awesome. I would love to visit this place sometime when it isn't crazy packed and maybe I would enjoy it more, but for now, I will definitely steer clear of this place while I can. read more

Central Park Playground and Splash Pad - Busy and packed splash pad, people hog chairs they aren't using. - Playgrounds Near Me - Maple Grove, Minnesota

Seriously amazing playground! This summer we have been on a quest to visit nearly every playground in the western half of the metro, and this park is easily at the top of the list! They have so many different structures that are unique, huge, and fun. My two year old loved the giant rubber hill, filled with climbing obstacles, slides, and other fun structures. He also really liked the sand pit area with climbing walls, rocks, and climbing nets. The entire park is brand new as of October 2015, and includes an ice track for the winter that can be used for rollerblading in the summer, a big open grass field, a main building with seasonal concessions and bathrooms, and a gathering space that can be rented. My wife described the playground area as "Dr. Seuss' playground". It is full of bright colors, huge climbing structures, and tons of different things to do. We played here for over an hour and the only reason we left is because mom and dad had to get going, not because our 2 year old even considered it! Overall, its well worth even a roadtrip to come check out this amazing free park! read more

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I was blown away by the size of this park AND the accessibility for ALL ages! I often worry about my not even 2 year old son at parks because he will get run over or not be able to safely access all of the equipment and we have to constantly chase him around. Not here! Everything was so I can't and toddler friendly! And somehow still also very fun for bigger kids. It was so inspiring and interesting to watch all of the kids on the equipment, and you can tell that a lot of thought was put into this project by people who have kids. And we couldn't believe it was free! I expect to pay money when playing on this style of equipment, so bravo to the Maple Grove community for putting so much time and money into a public park. We will be coming back here often, and we are also excited to try the skating rink his winter. Highly recommend to all parents and their little ones! read more

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I m so glad I stay so close to this place. Amazing skating ring and great playing structures for kids. Adults can have a fun walk around the man-made lake or just enjoy watching their kids have fun in the water fountains, which also have colors. Such a fun place for everyone. The dog park right next to it, makes it easier for pets to enjoy. Also there is a community hall, which you can book whenever you want for a cheap fare. Love the community so far, everyone's out there in summer with their kids, and lately have seen people enjoy the skating ring too. Amazingly well planned, this place sits right next to the Central Park lake and surrounded by apartments and town houses; but I m sure it serves people from various communities in maple grove and Brooklyn Park. Love the walks around the lake here, and it only makes it better, as its kids and pet friendly out here. We have had so many awesome sunsets which we have enjoyed here, and since we do have an awesome view from our patio, summer is just the time to enjoy the view. Looking forward for many more awesome sunsets and walks. read more

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You might get lost. I'm not sure if it my GPS or the newness of this playground or of the entire area, and I dont even know how to tell you how to find this. It's sort of near the library, but not that close. Sorry. Good luck. But once you make it...WHOA. This is a great park. Except for a few things that maybe aren't working out quite as planned and so are closed (like a slide that didnt appear broken at all) And if your kid is wet from splash pad, other slides = slide burn. Is that a word? Like grass burn? Anyway, this is a great new playground with good big kid (Ages 8 and up) areas and still plenty for the little kids. Not a lot of shade out here in the burbs, so bring your hats and sunscreen...or buy them at the weird concession stand inside the building? Say What? Maple Grove, you continue to both delight and mystify. read more

Today was for the first time there with my 3 years old daughter! She was so excited and me too actually! The place is super clean, beautiful,nice and fun! I will back for sure!! Recommend!:)) read more

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My grandkids love this place. We go every time they visit. I love going too, seeing all the happy kids makes my day!!

Kids love coming here gets packed but what can you expect when it's hot outside lol they run around this place like crazy people

Amazing!!! We just moved here and have already been here 4 times! The splash pad is well-kept and lights up at night. The play area is HUGE, has several climbing structures, slides and a sand area. Great for all ages, even older kids. Only problem is it is easy to lose your child when busy! read more