Lower Landing Park

Riverside Location

Lower Landing Park is a 21.4-acre green space located southeast of Lowertown in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Situated along the Mississippi River floodplain, the park is part of the Great River Passage and offers visitors a unique riverside experience.

The Samuel H. Morgan Regional Trail runs through the park, following the edge of the river, which is a heavily used barge fleeting area. The park sits just outside of downtown Saint Paul where the Mississippi River makes its second major bend.

Historic Connection

The park accompanies Lambert's Landing, a historic dock that once welcomed hundreds of ships daily during its peak and is still utilized by tows and passenger steamboats. Lower Landing Park provides a serene outdoor space for residents and visitors to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.

Access Information

Access to the park for pedestrians and bicyclists is available via the Sam Morgan Regional Trail at both ends of the park. The distance from the parking lot to the vehicular entrance at the other end of the park is approximately 0.6 miles.

Vehicular access is limited, with the closest parking available at the west parking lot. At the east end, there is a gated entrance for maintenance vehicles.

Park Amenities

Within the park, visitors can find several picnic tables scattered throughout the open lawns, offering unique riverside views. The park also features two built wetlands, which are part of the Warner Road construction's stormwater treatment plan.

In 2022, a new dog park was added to the park's amenities, enhancing its appeal to local pet owners.

Future Development

Lower Landing Park is currently undergoing renovations based on a plan approved by the City of Saint Paul Parks Commission in February 2018. The renovation aims to improve the park's features and amenities, focusing on priorities identified through community input.