We went to this park after my daughter's daycare had a field trip here. What a little pearl. It's…read moresuch a fun park. I wanted to tell all my friends...but at the same.time want to keep it secret. It has some fun items that you dont see at other parks. One in particular is the circular monkey bars...so fun! My kids really enjoyed their time here There is also a spacious parking lot. Easy to find. And both a play structure for littles as well as a bigger one that goes up to 12 years old.

We came to this park for the Veteran's Memorial Day Service. The service was well done and lasted…read moreabout 30 minutes. I don't remember it all, but there were 2 songs played by the Farmington High School band, a short speech by the mayor of Farmington, the raising of the flag, and a reading of the names of the soldiers listed on the monument. It was well attended, and if you choose to go in the future, bring lawn chairs or something to sit on. Afterward, we had a picnic lunch, and the kids played at the playground. It's a beautiful park with plenty to do - walk, play, fish, sit, eat (at the tables).

This is a cute park as you are coming into Farmington on Hwy 50 from the west. It has tennis…read morecourts, playground equipment, picnic shelter and a Veteran Memorial. There are trails spidering in many directions from the park to walk or ride your bike on. We like to take our doggie on these paths too. The paths here connect to many other trails to make a nice way for kids to ride to school without being on the roads. Farmington is a cute little town with that country feel. I really enjoyed the veteran memorial, it was very well done. Past and present soldiers listed from all conflicts.

It's a large park area with lots to do. From easy fishing spots, to walking and bike trails, and…read moreeven the clam shell for performances there is a lot to do at Casperson. The park is clean and feels safe, I often see lots of kids and families. And there is some lake life happening as well with boaters and kayakers. Plan for an hour or plan for the day.

Very beautiful community park. Family fun for every one. Heart fishing dock and boat landing.read more

Best kept secret and splash pad!! Super lovely park with all these places for kids to play in the…read morewater. They have public restrooms by the flags if you need them. Cool murals and beautiful flowers. Very beautiful peaceful place. Lots of places to sit - concrete benches and grass.

My son absolutely loves this park! Such a cool splash pad and wading pool area for kids and the…read morecommunity to use for free. They also host party on the plaza here during the summer which we've enjoyed. They have music, food trucks, movies in the park, and other festivals held here. During the winter they light up the trees, so beautiful!

Whitetail Woods is such a great park system tucked near the University of Minnesota agricultural…read moreresearch farm. It's one of my favorite nature spots close to the Twin Cities. Even though it's not far from the metro, once you're out on the trails it really feels like you're deep in nature. It's quiet, peaceful, and you can't hear any city noise. There are plenty of trail options with different lengths and scenery. You'll find trails around the lake, wooded paths, prairie areas, and a mix of paved and natural surfaces. It's also very dog friendly, which is a big plus. They've done a great job with the amenities too. There's a nice play area for kids, restrooms, and well-maintained paths. One of the best things about this park is that it rarely feels overcrowded.

I love this park! Whitetail Woods is a relatively new part of the Metropolitan Parks System, but…read moreit has quickly become a favorite. It is close to the cities, yet when you're walking/hiking/snowshoeing, or whatever, it feels very isolated. Part of that in nature feel is because it is primarily surrounded by federal or state wildlife area and a U of MN researh farm. We first discovered if for snowshoeing and it continues to be one of our favorites for that activity. There's hiking trails you can walk on, or you can explore your own path. The terrain is varied with flat plains, lots of hills, plus swamps. Though we love it best in Winter, it is beautiful for hiking during any season. There's enough variation in terrain that you can get a good workout. Though it has become more popular as people have discovered it, it is still large enough that you do not feel overrun. There are also camper cabins if you would like to stay overnight. Highly recommend as an outdoor escape.

My grandson (7) loved it. Being able to run between the water features and the playground was a…read morewonderful way to be able to stay cool. The reason for the 4 instead of a 5 is because the entire playground was in direct sun. The slides were too hot to touch and the lack of shade intensified the temperature. Other than that, the features were great and the shaded areas for the parents was much appreciated.

If you're looking for a great spot for you and/or your kids to run around and climb stuff, this is…read moreit! Really great playground structures with plenty of different types of equipment, including things like balance beams, teeter-totters, and spinners, in addition to more standard playground fare like swingsets and slides. There's also a splashpad that you can activate for playing around. Water squirts or dumps from various water features. A lot of fun. It was even still running in October when I was there! Lots of gazebos (which can be reserved, if desired) with picnic tables and grills and trash/recycling cans. An ice cream truck swung by while I was there, much to the delight of the kids there. Massive parking lot. Only port-a-potties. Nearby is also a large grass field for soccer. If you go a little deeper in, you'll see it also connects with the Black Dog Trailhead. Be aware however that this is a "minimal maintenance" trail. I tried to follow it for aways after the railroad track but felt a little lost and ultimately turned back. Not sure how often or at what time of year they maintain it to make it easier to follow, but it's understandable that they don't because it is part of a specific biome of wet meadow known as a "fen". These are fairly rare and thus requiring protection, so tread lightly and respectfully if you do go! It's important nature be preserved as much as possible.

Lebanon Hills Regional Park is such a great park for hiking! The trail system consists of over 14…read moremiles of summer hiking trails and over 12 miles of mountain bike trail. There are multiple parking lots available and even if they seem full don't let that deter you as the park is so large it never feels overly busy. There is also a beach and picnic area available too.

So pretty! We brought our dog but that might have been a bit much for him Everyone had funread more

This park is a wonderful place to enjoy a walk in nature. The trails are well-maintained, and it's…read morea dog-friendly spot, which makes it even better!

Beautiful place to hike, picnic or get family photos…read more Free parking. No playground - just places to run and play and hike. There is a dog park though!

Empire Fields is pretty much that. Fields. The unique features of this place is the disc golf…read morecourse that weaves near a river/creek and in/out of trees. The course looks fun. There is also a large playground set for children. The paths are open and scenic. If you follow the path and make the correct choices in turns along the way, you will come out at Sachs Park and the surrounding area off of 200th St in Empire. The trails wind through the neighborhoods and is scenic. The paths are all paved.

There really isn't anything negative to say about Antlers Park…read more While visiting family in Minnesota, we stopped to pass the time as we waited to head off to the airport one evening. The park is beautiful. It has plenty of space for children to ride their bikes, rollerblade, and there's even a playground for the little ones. There's a nice beach area where guests can splash around in the water and rent kayaks and paddle boards. Towards the front of the park, there is a restaurant dining area, and I was a little bit surprised to see that they even serve some alcohol beverages. The park is kept very clean, easy to read signs and plenty of picnic areas to barbecue and spend the day with your family at. I wish we had more time to spend an entire afternoon here because the weather was perfect and it's a great way to get the family outside.

This park is SPECTACULAR!! I really wish we lived closer!…read more While there is a lot of free parking, this place can get really full! Because it is such a large park with a playground, it doesn't feel crowded though! There is street parking and an overflow lot as well. This place has a playground, clean indoor bathrooms, spots for fishing, food and drinks(including ice cream!) My favorite part was the fire pit! There are so many picnic tables and other pavilions! I couldn't believe how well taken care of this place is! The beach was pretty and also taken care of! You can swim in the lake! We will definitely be back this season!! Great spot for families!!