Regional parks and trails investments lead to record visits People showed their love for metro area regional parks and trails in 2022 by making 69 million visits—a 6.4% increase over 2021—signaling that recent investments in the system are paying off. July 27, 2023
Partners commission artists to help realize Ramsey County’s vision for inclusive, welcoming parks Ramsey County and the Metropolitan Council teamed up with five local artists to develop new signage to welcome everyone to Ramsey County and regional parks. June 20, 2023
Mississippi Gateway redevelopment to celebrate the great outdoors Soon, there will be a redesigned and redeveloped regional park along the Mississippi River where visitors can connect with nature and bask in its majestic beauty. April 27, 2023
Hiawatha Golf Course plan consistent with regional policy, Met Council finds The Metropolitan Council approved an amendment to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s long-range plan for Nokomis-Hiawatha Regional Park. March 23, 2023
Prairie restoration reconnects people to the land Seed-saving efforts, fueled largely by volunteers, are critical in maintaining and adding new sites for prairie restoration in the region. October 10, 2022
Regional parks and trails attract more visitors than ever in 2021 People made an estimated 64.9 million visits, a 2.6% increase over 2019, the last time visits were estimated. Trail visits alone grew 11% over 2019. August 3, 2022
Restoring habitat and building resilience to climate change A partnership of government agencies and schools are working to build climate resilience in Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park, including native habitat restoration and relocation of facilities. July 21, 2022
Parks offer incredible sights, sounds, and learning opportunities With an abundance of spring and summer activities in the regional parks, the time to plan is now. April 20, 2022