Beautiful park with hiking trails. There's also a dog area so that's always a plus. The trails…read moreconnect to other regional trails so make sure you read the maps or bring your own so you don't get lost.

A great walking path if you don't mind a bug or two…read more Hike (or bike) along rice creek in several areas with plenty of newly remodeled benches to rest on. Many connections to other regional trails for the more adventurous. A small area park lies just over a foot bridge for the younger set.

Maybe I don't want to leave a 5-start review because then the secret is out…read more I'm searching for nice, quiet beaches around Blaine. I got tired of Anoka County Parks beaches with lifeguards because they tend to be overcrowded and loud. But that's a different post... Golden Beach was recommended to me a couple of years ago, and I finally took that advice. Easy access off of Lexington, down a quiet residential street. No wonder it's a hidden gem. I had no clue this was back here. A big parking lot right next to a playground. The lot was just re-tarred, but no lines were painted yet. The beach is not visible from the parking lot/playground due to a hill... added privacy. A slight walk to the beach made us pass a clean bathroom and pavilion. On the way back to the car, I noticed there was a concession stand open. Must be on the back side of the restroom building. There was another path leading into tree cover (away from beach path)...did not explore where that went. The beach is narrow and long. There was a retaining wall separating the sand from the grass. Prefect place for kids and adults to sit on while getting sunscreen put on or their swim shoes. Lots of grass to sunbathe in. Big mature trees to find shade under for those not wanting to fry as they watch the water. The swimming area is not roped off. To one side is high reeds. To the other is a fishing dock. Kid swimmers were either out in the open or towards the reeds. I dipped my toe in...87 degrees out and it was cold. There was staked signage that the water was treated with something (I can't remember what). It said the water was safe to swim in, but not to drink it (people and pets). The water didn't look clear, no algae. A very lovely beach. How no one reads this so that it stays that way!

Local Golden Lake Park is a public park on the lake. No outboard motors are allowed on this small…read morelake, so it's a quiet lake to enjoy. Fishing, swimming, hiking, canoe or kayak here. The playground equipment and picnic shelter are closed due to CV-19.

Rice Creek Regional Trail Corridor is quite long-I think that this Yelp review pertains to the…read moreregional trail between the Lexington Avenue to almost the old Arsenal. There is a paved hiking/biking trail as well as a wetland Rice Creek flowing through it. This really is a lovely area. The Rice Creek Off-Leash Dog Area is on just off Lexington Avenue North. There's a canoe access area just before the main parking lot. The public bathrooms are closed for the season.

Wow, Rice Creek is a hidden gem. I'm specifically talking about the creek, we didn't use the…read morewalking trails or dog park. We kayaked down rice creek from County Rd J to Old Highway 8, which goes through Rice Creek Park. It was amazing! It's hard to realize you are ok the Twin Cities, as you are completely surrounded by nature. We saw cranes, deer, ducks, musk rats, flowers, reeds, calm flowing water, and all sorts of other nature. We did not see cars, houses, buildings, advertisements, or any of the other normal sensory bombardments of city life. The entire creek, or water trail as it's called, is pretty long and goes through several lakes. The portion we went down was about 4.5 glorious miles. The water is pretty shallow throughout and the only rough water is just right after you go under a couple of bridges. If you have access to any paddle powered water craft, go check it out now!

A local park actually located in Circle Pines. A park for all seasons: ball field, playground,…read moreice skating rink and hiking/biking trails. At this time of year, the trees and sumac make a colorful walk. The parking lot is sand. One of the main trails meets with the Rice Creek Regional Trail-making it a perfect place to leave (and LOCK) your car and bike or hike! For map, go to: ci.circle-pines.mn.us

Located off of Aqua Lane, this little patch of woods is a delightful stop along the Rice Creek…read moreRegional Trail. There are a couple of parking spots along Aqua Lake. It's just a short walk to the bridge and the creek. It's not paved but a nice place to walk in the woods.

Nice neighborhood park just across the bridge (over Rice Creek) from the Rice Creek Regional Trail…read more Playground equipment, picnic table, benches, asphalt trail meeting up to the RCRT.

Currently this park is undergoing an improvement around the parking lot/street area. There is no…read moreplayground equipment here (but a hike across the fields can get you to the playground at Rice Rake School). Country Lakes Park has a paved trail, picnic tables and a scenic view of Reshanau Lake. In the past, there has been a fishing pier (but not yet out this season due to CV-19?). This rustic park offers a quiet view of the lake and basic picnic tables. There are no shelters/playground equipment/amenities but has lots of trees/nature/views.

Amazing experience white water rafting down the river with multiple points of interest,…read moreopportunities to swim, and beautiful untouched scenery. This tour is a 11/10 for me! You really get your money's worth and my family and I had a great time on the water! Thank you!

I had such an incredible experience Ice climbing. Tony, our guide and shop owner, was incredibly…read moreinformative, easy going, and truly made the experience enjoyable. He even worked with my limited availability. You can tell he is passionate about what he does. He provided me with quality gear to use! I would come back ! Highly recommend.

Overall it's a nice little campground near home. We stayed in a covered wagon and out was a very…read morehot weekend. The AC kept the place pretty cool but the fridge did not keep things cold. We even turned it down to the lowest setting but still didn't help. It was great they had a pool and splash pad but they didn't open until 10 and while the sign said closed at 8, the online policy you sign said it closed at dusk. We went just after 8 and were told it was closed. We pointed out the policy and was told they had to update the website. It was disappointing and not a great impression. The camping spaces are very close together and for the price to stay in the wagon ($175/night) you have to bring basically everything to cook and stay. Overall it's fine for a little getaway and we live close but I probably won't come back.

Nice place to pitch a tent but don't expect to get a good nights sleep. Both nights we camped it…read morewas like a free for all. Loud people around 1-3am, a generator at one of the river side sites RUNNING ALL NIGHT!! People have no respect, this is not camping, it's an embarrassment.