The best parks & outdoor spots in Lake Minnetonka

Excelsior Commons is your lakeside multi-tool for a summer evening, with playgrounds, two swimming beaches, tennis courts, baseball fields, and a bandshell hosting the Summer Concert Series. Pack a picnic, let the kids roam, then settle in for music by the water... easy local win.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, October 29, 2026

Burnes Park is the low-stress answer when everyone needs out of the house, fast. The splash pad is on, the playground keeps kids busy, and there are softball fields, a basketball court and two tennis courts, with grills and picnic shelters for an easy dinner and leashed dogs welcome in certain areas.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, September 24, 2026

When you need fresh air without a full-on adventure, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park brings the goods with a chlorinated, sandy-bottom swim pond, a big nautical-themed play area, paved bike and hike trails, a fishing pier and even the historic Schmid Farmhouse ruins to explore.

From the Lake Minnetonka newsletter, October 22, 2026

Park with picnic tables and a public restroom, plus a Frisbee golf course, and playground.

Glen Lake Park is one of those easy, close-to-home spots for unhurried walks, kid energy burn-offs, and casual meetups with neighbors. The city’s shaping a fresh master plan, so it keeps getting better without losing that comfy, lived-in feel locals love.

From the Eden Prairie newsletter, October 20, 2026