Linden Hills Park

A Neighborhood Location

Located in the charming Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis, this nearly 8-acre park has been a community fixture since 1921. True to its name, you'll spot plenty of linden trees dotting the landscape. While it maintains its historic charm, the park hasn't been frozen in time - regular updates through the 20-Year Neighborhood Park Plan keep the space fresh and functional. Families visit year-round, enjoying all the park has to offer.

Outdoor Spaces for Everyone

If you're looking to break a sweat or just enjoy some fresh air, Linden Hills Park has plenty of options. Kids can splash around in the clean, modern wading pool during those sticky Minnesota summer days, while the dual playground areas cleverly separate equipment for different age groups.

Sports enthusiasts will find a baseball field, basketball court, and even a bocce ball court (which doubles as a pétanque space for those feeling a bit French). Tennis players can rally on the courts, soccer and softball teams can claim their fields, and when winter blankets the city, an ice skating rink transforms into a hockey rink for cold-weather fun.

Need a more low-key experience? The park's generous green spaces make perfect picnic spots, complete with grills and shaded areas under magnificent trees. Sheltered picnic tables offer respite from sun or sprinkles, and there's even a Little Free Library where you can grab a book to enjoy on a lazy afternoon. Clean restrooms are available when nature calls.

Kid-Friendly Play Spaces

The recently updated playground strikes that perfect balance - simple enough to spark imagination but engaging enough to keep little ones entertained. With both smaller and larger play structures, children of all ages can find their fun.

The sand pit area is a hit with younger explorers, making this spot ideal if you're bringing kids along. You can easily keep an eye on them from the nearby shaded areas, perhaps while enjoying a moment of peace (or as much peace as a park visit allows).

Something for Every Season

Summer means wading pool time, although note that the pool is unguarded, so keep a watchful eye on young swimmers. When winter arrives, the large outdoor skating rink becomes the neighborhood's cold-weather hangout. Don't have skates? No problem - the park offers free loaners and a cozy warming house to thaw chilly fingers and toes.

The park's calendar stays busy with seasonal celebrations that bring the community together. Winterfest features charming horse-drawn wagon rides and marshmallow roasting by the fire, while the Fall Festival packs in family activities that capture the spirit of the season.

Indoor Options

When Minnesota weather does its thing, the Linden Hills Recreation Center provides shelter and possibilities. Inside, you'll come across a craft room, kitchen, meeting room, and multipurpose space that hosts various classes and events during the year.

This center is the neighborhood's indoor gathering place, with enough room to accommodate groups of 20 or more. It's this blend of outdoor beauty and indoor functionality that makes Linden Hills Park both a green space and an extension of the neighborhood living room.