The best parks & outdoor spots in Coon Rapids

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park

Parks & Outdoors

When you need a quick reset close to home, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park delivers with a breezy walkway across the dam, wide paved trails,…

9750 Egret Blvd NW

“When you need a quick reset close to home, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park delivers with a breezy walkway across the dam, wide paved trails, and plenty of postcard-worthy scenery. Perfect for a coffee-in-hand stroll, a family bike lap, or clearing your head after work, it’s the easy win your week needs.”

From the Anoka County newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Brooklyn Park Historical Farm

Parks & Outdoors

Brooklyn Park Historical Farm brings a 19-acre living history site to life from 1905 to 1920, with hands-on chances to dig in the gardens,…

4345 101st Ave N (Brooklyn Park)

“Brooklyn Park Historical Farm brings a 19-acre living history site to life from 1905 to 1920, with hands-on chances to dig in the gardens, explore nature, and visit the animals. Sneaky-good way to unplug this week, learn some market farming history, and let the kids (or you) play in the dirt.”

From the Coon Rapids newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Andrews Park

Parks & Outdoors

When the temps climb, Andrews Park has a legit splash pad that’s free, kid-approved, and close enough for a quick afternoon reset. Grab an…

7200 117th Ave N (Champlin)

“When the temps climb, Andrews Park has a legit splash pad that’s free, kid-approved, and close enough for a quick afternoon reset. Grab an ice cream from the snack shack, snag a shelter reservation with friends, and let the sprays do the tiring out for you.”

From the Coon Rapids newsletter, September 22, 2026

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