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Parks & Recreation

Boasting nearly 200 miles of recreational paths winding through the metro area, you'll see how we prize the outdoors. In fact, Minneapolis has one of the only fully urban scenic byways in the country.

With 22 city lakes and more than 170 parks, no Minneapolis resident lives more than 6 blocks from a park. Add Saint Paul's 160 parks into the mix and you've got one big urban playground.

In the midst of a bustling city environment, a commitment to green space provides ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

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Ice Skating at The Depot Minneapolis

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The Depot Rink is a historic Downtown Minneapolis train shed that now houses a modern-day, indoor rink with floor-to-ceiling glass walls showcasing views of the downtown city skyline.

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Rollerdome
From November through April, inline skaters whiz through the upper and lower concourses of the Metrodome. Skate rental is available and novices are welcome.

Theodore Wirth Park Snowboarding

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Rent your equipment, take a lesson and hit the slopes. Snow machines and lighted hills make this a prime spot for winter fun.

Fast Fact

Minnesota has the first bicycle freeway in the nation—the Cedar Lake Regional Trail, which extends approximately 9 miles.