Lynnhurst Park

Park Overview

Located in the Lynnhurst neighborhood of Minneapolis, Lynnhurst Park spans 10.3 acres of urban green space. You can find this communal area at the intersection of West 50th Street and Minnehaha Parkway, right beside Burroughs Elementary School.

A Bit of History

The Minneapolis Park Board acquired this land back in 1921, and it's had quite the journey since then. Built on peat soil anywhere from 6 to 37 feet deep, the park has faced its share of challenges - think of it as the park that occasionally sank!

By 1948, major improvements tackled these sinking issues, including rebuilding the tennis courts and creating more play space for the community.

Places to Play

Lynnhurst offers recreation options for everyone in the family. Kids can explore the full-size playground, while the little ones have their own tot lot. While the equipment isn't the newest in town, it provides plenty of climbing, sliding, and swinging fun for different age groups.

The well-kept tennis courts sometimes host lessons for aspiring players, and the basketball courts regularly fill with pick-up games and friendly competition.

Baseball fans can take advantage of the baseball fields, and there's even a batting cage for those looking to perfect their swing. Throughout the park, walking and biking paths connect the different areas, excellent for a casual stroll or a more energetic outing.

When summer heats up, the wading pool becomes a neighborhood favorite with its fountains and sprinklers - a simple but effective way to cool down. Come winter, the park transforms with ice skating and hockey rinks maintained by the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board.

The Recreation Center

The park's recreation center is a year-round hub of activity within the Minneapolis parks system. Inside this air-conditioned facility, you'll come across a gymnasium, craft room, and multipurpose spaces for community events and programs.

Outdoor Features

Beyond the standard park amenities, Lynnhurst includes thoughtful additions like a bike pump station and connections to the broader network of city biking and walking paths.

Scattered throughout the grounds are several picnic tables and benches, particularly around the playground area - perfect spots to enjoy lunch or simply sit and watch the world go by.

Restrooms can be found in a small central building within the park, but it's worth noting that their condition can vary depending on the season and maintenance schedule.

The park's location along Minnehaha Creek and its proximity to Lake Harriet integrate it beautifully into the local natural landscape. The park offers both natural elements and recreational areas where organized sports and casual activities take place.

Dog owners will appreciate that the park is dog-friendly, with trails suitable for walking your four-legged friends. You'll often spot neighbors chatting while their dogs play together.