Cherokee Regional Park

Cherokee Regional Park is a 100-acre urban park located along the Mississippi River bluffs in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The park offers scenic views of the river valley and downtown Saint Paul skyline from its elevated position.

Established in the early 1900s, Cherokee Park has expanded over the decades to its current size. The park features a mix of forested bluffs and open green spaces, providing diverse natural habitats. A 1.3-mile paved trail, known as the Cherokee Regional Trail, runs through the park and connects to other riverside trails.

The park is a popular destination for picnics, hiking, and outdoor recreation. It includes modern playground equipment, including a 24-foot-tall climbing tower installed in 2019. Sports facilities in the park include tennis courts and a basketball court.

Cherokee Park also has historical and cultural significance. It is situated near several sites sacred to the Dakota people. In the 1920s, the park hosted a municipal tourist campground that saw thousands of visitors each summer, though this was closed by the 1930s.

The park has undergone various restoration efforts over the years. Between 2018 and 2020, Saint Paul Natural Resources restored 61 acres of native woodland habitat and 2 acres of prairie within the park boundaries, enhancing plant diversity and wildlife habitat along the Mississippi River.