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Minnehaha Falls - Minnehaha Park
4825 Minnehaha Av SMinneapolis, MN 55417
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A striking, wilderness waterfall in an urban setting. Overlooking the Mississippi River, Minnehaha Park is one of Minneapolis’ oldest and most popular parks, attracting over 850,000 visitors annually.
Located at the intersection of Hiawatha Avenue and Minnehaha Parkway, the 193-acre park features a 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs and river overlooks. The park contains oak, elm, silver maple, basswood, hackberry and cottonwood trees, as well as native and prairie woodland wildflowers.
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Based on 2436 reviews
Definitely not a very beautiful spot. It’s very crowded, access to the waterfall is not that smooth and the view isn’t nice at all. I understand it’s a nature place in the city but I would probably...
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Kealox,
August 6, 2020
Spend an hour or all day in this large urban park. Many areas of sun or shade to enjoy with persons of all ages
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Dan P,
June 18, 2020
Fabulous place to relax and find some peace for your mind and soul. It was our favorite place to go. Loved the river and bridges, great to take pictures.
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gablonski,
June 16, 2020
Unfortunately or fortunately we visited on a beautiful almost-50 degree day in March. There was alot of standing water and ice from the snow melting and re-freezing. It was difficult to walk around...
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mraffini37,
March 2, 2020
Went hiking earlier this week after suggestion, expected slightly icy trail but pretty easy. Friend slipped on extremely icy section and dislocated knee. Had to call 911 and get carried out to...
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SisterEvangelina,
February 28, 2020
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