Minneapolis Park

61 photos · 2009–2026

61 photographs tagged Minneapolis Park, 2009–2026.

Colors on the Winchell Trail in Minneapolis — The Winchell Trail in Minneapolis on a unusually warm October afternoon.

F3 Workout at Franklin Steele Square Park, Minneapolis — The F3 workout group with cinder blocks at Franklin Steele Square Park in Minneapolis in June 2026.

Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" spray-painted on a Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board sign at Chickadee Park in winter. — Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on a sign for Chickadee Park in Minneapolis.

A bicycle displays a "Repeal Conceal" sign at a Minneapolis vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar speaks at a candlelight vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School on August 27, 2025. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar speaks at a candlelight vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School on August 27, 2025. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison speaks at a candlelight vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Community members hold candles at a vigil in Lynnhurst Park honoring victims of a shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. — The Minneapolis community gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. This tragic event, which occurred earlier that morning, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Community members convened to mourn the victims and hear from various public officials, including the Minnesota Attorney General, Minneapolis Mayor, City Council Members, and Congresswomen. The vigil at Lynnhurst Park served as a collective expression of grief and a call for action against gun violence in the city.

Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan speaks at a candlelight vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School on August 27, 2025. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Large crowd holds candles at vigil in Lynnhurst Park following mass shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks at a vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

City Council Members Emily Koski and Linea Palmisano speak at a candlelight vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School on August 27, 2025. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Attendees hold lit candles at a candlelight vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School in — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Large crowd gathers at Lynnhurst Park vigil following mass shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Two people holding candles at a vigil for shooting victims in Minneapolis. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey at Vigil — Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addresses attendees at a vigil held in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. The event, which occurred earlier that morning, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. The vigil brought together community members and officials, including the Minnesota Attorney General and Congresswomen, to mourn and reflect on the tragedy.

Vigil after Annunciation Church Shooting — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following a mass shooting at the Annunciation Church and School. The event, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Speakers at the vigil included the Minnesota Attorney General, the Mayor of Minneapolis, City Council members, and a Congresswoman, addressing the community's grief and concerns about gun violence.

Mourners light candles at a Minneapolis vigil — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. The event, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Speakers at the vigil included the Minnesota Attorney General, the Mayor of Minneapolis, City Council Members, and a Congresswoman, addressing the community's grief and the issue of gun violence.

Moms Demand Action in Minneapolis — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. The event, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Speakers at the vigil included the Minnesota Attorney General, the Mayor of Minneapolis, City Council members, and a Congresswoman, addressing the community's grief and concerns.

Mourners hug at a vigil in Minneapolis — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. The event, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Speakers at the vigil included the Minnesota Attorney General, the Mayor of Minneapolis, City Council members, and a Congresswoman, addressing the community's grief and the ongoing issue of gun violence.

Soccer players compete at Elliot Park in downtown Minneapolis beneath a purple sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. — A soccer game takes place at Elliot Park in Downtown Minneapolis under a sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. Elliot Park, established in 1883, is one of Minneapolis's oldest parks.

Outdoor movie screening at The Commons park in downtown Minneapolis with audience seated on grass. — The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board hosting a free outdoor movie night under a June full moon. The park sits just across from US Bank Stadium.

Tree Vandalism and Unauthorized Cutting — A yard sign from the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board stands near Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, seeking public assistance regarding tree vandalism. The sign specifically requests information about unauthorized tree cutting that occurred in the area on February 26-27, 2025.

Visitors stand at the base of Minnehaha Falls, a 53-foot waterfall in Minneapolis's Minnehaha Regional Park. — Visitors gather at the base of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in June 2024. The waterfall, a prominent feature of Minnehaha Regional Park, cascades approximately 53 feet into a creek that flows into the Mississippi River. Established in 1889, Minnehaha Regional Park is one of the oldest and most visited parks in the Minneapolis Park System.

A person in a blue shirt stands at the base of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, with turbulent whitewater cascading down moss-covered rock walls. — A lone fisherman casts a line into the churning waters at the base of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis. The falls, a prominent feature of Minnehaha Regional Park, have been a popular natural attraction since the park's establishment in the late 19th century. The park and its waterfall were immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1855 poem, 'The Song of Hiawatha,' further cementing its cultural significance.

Minnehaha Falls cascades 53 feet into a pool surrounded by moss-covered rock walls in Minneapolis. — Minnehaha Falls, located in Minnehaha Regional Park, Minneapolis, is a significant natural landmark within the city's park system. The waterfall, which cascades 53 feet, has been a point of interest since the area was established as a park in the late 19th century. The falls are fed by Minnehaha Creek, and their flow is often enhanced after periods of heavy rainfall, as seen here on June 23, 2024.

Fresh snowfall at Loring Park in Minneapolis — A fresh snowfall settles over Loring Park near downtown Minneapolis, softening the landscape around the park’s pedestrian bridge and historic shelter building. From above, the snow highlights the geometric layout of paths, railings, and terraces surrounding the bridge, which crosses a narrow channel connecting sections of the park’s pond system. Loring Park—a key part of the city’s late-19th-century park plan—remains one of Minneapolis’s most recognizable urban green spaces, bordered by the Loring Greenway and the southern edge of downtown. The new snow creates a uniform winter texture across the lawns, benches, and shoreline vegetation, with only light footprints and plowed walkways hinting at early morning activity in the park.

Heavy snowfall over railroad tracks in Minneapolis — Power lines and railroad tracks traverse Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis following a snowfall on December 15, 2022. The park, established in 1927, is a significant urban green space that includes a network of trails and natural areas.

Winter Storm Along Bassett Creek, Theodore Wirth Park — A heavy December 15, 2022 snowfall blankets the woodlands of Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis, transforming the Bassett Creek corridor into a monochrome winter landscape. Snow-laden branches bend over the slow curve of the creek, whose dark, unfrozen water provides one of the few contrasts against the dense white canopy. This stretch of Wirth Park—one of the largest urban parks in the Minneapolis park system—follows the natural course of the creek as it winds between restored wetlands, wooded slopes, and ski trails that date back to mid-20th-century park development efforts. The image captures the quiet, insulated atmosphere common in early-season snowstorms, when the park’s trails, waterway edges, and mature hardwoods take on a uniform, frost-covered texture.

Minneapolis Park and Rec Board at East River Parkway — A Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board kiosk on East River Parkway in Minneapolis.

South Minneapolis park with a pool, playground, and tennis courts. — A neighborhood park in South Minneapolis includes a swimming pool, playground, and tennis courts. The park sits along a tree-lined residential street and provides recreational space for the surrounding area.

Movies in the park in front of US Bank Stadium — US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, hosts an outdoor screening of "The Princess Bride" as part of the city's "Movies in the Park" series. Opened in 2016, US Bank Stadium is home of the Minnesota Vikings.

Phelps Park in Minneapolis shows a paved pathway, baseball diamond, and grassy area with yellow wildflowers blooming. — Phelps Park on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Franklin Steele Square park in Minneapolis — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from Franklin Steele Square park in South Minneapolis.

Ice danger sign at Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis — A "DANGER: KEEP OFF ICE NOT SAFE" sign is posted near Bde Maka Ska lake in Minneapolis during a winter snowstorm. The sign, attached to a red post marked "EMERGENCY ONLY," warns of hazardous conditions on the partially frozen lake. Bde Maka Ska is a prominent lake within Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes park system, historically a popular destination for year-round activities. During winter, the lake freezes over, but ice thickness can be unpredictable and unsafe for public access without proper safety assessments.

Powderhorn Park Playground in Minneapolis after the first snowfall, featuring a snow-covered insect-shaped spring rider. — Powderhorn Park Playground After First Snowfall, Minneapolis. The park, established in 1889, is one of Minneapolis's oldest and most cherished public spaces. Its playground equipment, including this spring rider shaped like an insect, provides a place for children's activity. The first snowfall of the season blankets the playground, offering a quiet contrast to its usual lively atmosphere.

Powderhorn Park in Minneapolis on a snowy morning, with apartment buildings and the downtown skyline visible in the distance. — Powderhorn Park in South Minneapolis is seen here on the morning after the season's first snowfall. The park, established in 1889, is one of the city's oldest and most cherished public spaces, featuring a lake, playgrounds, and sports fields. The surrounding neighborhood includes a mix of historic homes and apartment buildings, with the downtown Minneapolis skyline visible in the distance. This early winter scene highlights the transition of the urban environment into its colder months.

Bryant Square Park Sign at Night — Bryant Square Park sits in the heart of the Lowry Hill East neighborhood—better known as “The Wedge”—and has been part of Minneapolis’ park system since the early 20th century. The illuminated sign marks one of the city’s older community parks, which originally grew out of residential expansion along the streetcar lines that shaped much of South Minneapolis. The park has long served as a gathering place for the surrounding blocks, offering playgrounds, athletic courts, open green space, and a recreation center that has hosted everything from youth programs to neighborhood meetings. Historically, Bryant Square reflects the city’s early investment in small, walkable parks distributed throughout dense residential districts. Its development mirrored the Wedge’s transformation from a streetcar suburb into one of Minneapolis’ most eclectic and tightly knit urban neighborhoods, where parks continue to function as important public commons.

Basketball hoop in early September 2021 — Bryant Square Park's basketball court in South Minneapolis is illuminated at night, highlighting its use as a public amenity. The park, established in 1912, is part of the Minneapolis Park System, which is renowned for its extensive network of green spaces and recreational facilities.

Stone Arch Bridge and Gold Medal Flour sign in Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis. — Mill Ruins Park in Minneapolis preserves the remains of the Washburn “A” and Pillsbury “A” flour mills along the Mississippi River. The Stone Arch Bridge, completed in 1883 as a railroad crossing, now carries pedestrians and cyclists. The Gold Medal Flour sign marks the former milling district on the riverfront.

Black Lives Matter rally near Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis — A Black Lives Matter solidarity rally took place on August 28, 2020, at Joanne R. Levin Park in Minneapolis. This public gathering near Lake of the Isles was part of the widespread protests for racial justice and police accountability that followed the murder of George Floyd. Attendees are seen sitting on the grass, listening to speakers, with signs advocating for specific local actions, such as the recall of Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman. Joanne R. Levin Park, a neighborhood green space, frequently serves as a site for community events and public assembly in Minneapolis.

Black Lives Matter rally near Lake of the Isles park — Community members address attendees at a Black Lives Matter rally held in Joanne R. Levin Park, Minneapolis, on August 28, 2020. The event provided a platform for neighbors to discuss racial justice and community inclusivity in the wake of the Minneapolis Uprising. Speakers utilized a decorated truck as a temporary stage to engage with the assembled crowd. Joanne R. Levin Park, located near Lake of the Isles, served as a public gathering space for these important civic discussions.

Closeup of the Witches Hat water tower — The Prospect Park Water Tower in Minneapolis. It's also known as The Witches Hat.

Multi language COVID signage in Minneapolis Park — Park closed due to coronavirus signage at Elliot Park in Minneapolis.

COVID19 and Elliot Park Minneapolis — A basketball hoop with a board over it to prevent playing during COVID-19 in Minneapolis. May 2020

Elliot Park at night in downtown Minneapolis — Elliott Park in Downtown Minneapolis. One of my favorite parks downtown because of the skyline that's visible from the soccer fields.

Illuminated "PARK" letters at Gold Medal Park near downtown Minneapolis. — Large illuminated letters spelling "PARK" stand at Gold Medal Park along the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis. The park occupies the site of the former Gold Medal Flour Mills, a major industrial landmark in the city's milling history. The signage serves as wayfinding and identification for the public green space.

Trees in the middle of Gold Medal Park — Gold Medal Park in Minneapolis with the 40+ story "Eleven" rising in the background.

Gold Medal Park sign in Downtown Minneapolis park — Gold Medal Park sits along the Mississippi River near the Mill District in downtown Minneapolis, named in honor of the city’s flour-milling heritage and the iconic Gold Medal Flour brand. Designed by landscape architect Tom Oslund, the park opened in 2007 as part of the Guthrie Theater redevelopment and features a distinctive spiral mound at its center offering views of the river and city skyline. The illuminated park sign and tree-lined paths create a serene nighttime atmosphere against the industrial and cultural backdrop of the historic mill area.

Minneapolis parks coronavirus signage — During the COVID-19 pandemic, Minneapolis Parks implemented temporary measures to manage public access to its parkways and trails. This signage, affixed to a barrier, directs pedestrians and cyclists to designated paths, indicating that parkways were closed to vehicular traffic and reserved for non-motorized use. The directive aimed to provide safe outdoor spaces for recreation while adhering to public health guidelines.

Gold Medalk Park near Downtown Minneapolis — Gold Medal Park near downtown Minneapolis seen at night in November 2019.

Mill Ruins Park sign in Minneapolis near the Guthrie Theater at night. — Mill Ruins Park in Minneapolis preserves the foundations of the city’s historic flour mills along the Mississippi riverfront. The park sits near the Guthrie Theater and modern residential development in the Mill District.

Cedar Lake East Beach, Minneapolis, with a shoreline, trees, and calm water. — Cedar Lake East Beach, commonly known as Hidden Beach, is on the east side of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis. It is a small public beach and shoreline access area in the city’s lake district.

Cedar Lake East Beach, Minneapolis, a small sand shoreline with picnic tables by the lake under autumn trees. — Cedar Lake East Beach is a public shoreline on the east side of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis. Locally known as “Hidden Beach,” it functions as a small beach and picnic area within Minneapolis parklands. The swimming and recreation area is equipped for seasonal lake use, including a lifeguard stand.

Bench in Father Hennepin Bluff Park beside snow and open water in Northeast Minneapolis. — Father Hennepin Bluff Park in Northeast Minneapolis, with a bench beside a snow-covered area near open water. The park sits along the Mississippi River and offers views toward downtown Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis beyond trees at Gold Medal Park. — The Stone Arch Bridge spans the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Built in 1883 for the Great Northern Railway, it now carries pedestrians and cyclists across the river.

Bde Maka Ska Boulevard in Minneapolis with fog over parkland and nearby apartments. — Bde Maka Ska Boulevard in Minneapolis is bordered by parkland and nearby apartment buildings along the city’s lake district. The area is part of the Minneapolis park and parkway system connected to the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.

Gold Medal Park in Minneapolis with the Guthrie Theater and Gold Medal Flour sign at night. — Gold Medal Park in Minneapolis's Mill District sits beside the Guthrie Theater near the Mississippi riverfront. The park opened in 2007 on land tied to the area's former flour-milling district. The Gold Medal Flour sign marks the historic Washburn-Crosby milling complex near Mill City Museum.

Father Hennepin Bluff Park riverbank in Minneapolis with a steep snowy slope and wooded shoreline. — Father Hennepin Bluff Park in Northeast Minneapolis borders the Mississippi River below the downtown bluff. The park includes a steep riverside slope and a wooded riverbank along the river corridor. It is part of the Minneapolis park system.

Mississippi River at Boom Island Park in Minneapolis at sunset. — The Mississippi River passes Boom Island Park in Minneapolis at sunset. Boom Island is a park on the river's west bank, north of downtown, with access to the riverfront and views of nearby bridges. The riverfront area was once used for logging and milling before becoming public parkland.

White-tailed deer on snowy slope in Father Hennepin Bluff Park, Minneapolis. — A white-tailed deer traverses a snow-covered slope in Father Hennepin Bluff Park, a natural area along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Established in 1961, the park preserves bluff habitat within the city. The deer's presence demonstrates the park's role in supporting wildlife populations in an urban setting.

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