Best parks near Hopkins
31 parks · 31 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best parks near Hopkins, Minnesota — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 31 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Fort Snelling State Park
13.9 mi away
Fort Snelling State Park is a popular destination located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers in the state of Minnesota. The park offers a variety of…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#2
Clifton E. French Regional Park
4.0 mi away
Clifton E. French Regional Park is a popular destination in the state of Minnesota, known for its beautiful natural setting and numerous recreational opportunities. Located in the…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#3
Bryant Lake Regional Park
5.4 mi away
Bryant Lake Regional Park is a beautiful 170-acre park located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The park is an ideal spot for a family picnic, hiking, biking, fishing, and camping…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#4
Big Island Regional Park
6.4 mi away
Big Island Regional Park is located in the state of Minnesota and is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The park spans over 2,200 acres and offers a…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#5
Fish Lake Regional Park
8.5 mi away
Fish Lake Regional Park is a beautiful park located in Maple Grove, Minnesota. It spans over 217 acres and boasts a variety of activities and attractions for visitors. One of the…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#6
Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
9.8 mi away
Lake Minnewashta Regional Park is a popular destination in Minnesota for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy a variety of recreational activities. The park is located on the…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#7
Island of Peace County Park
11.1 mi away
Island of Peace County Park is a scenic park located in the state of Minnesota. The park is a popular destination for nature lovers due to its picturesque natural scenery, hiking…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#8
James W Wilkie Regional Park
11.6 mi away
James W. Wilkie Regional Park, located near Bovey, Minnesota, is a lesser-known yet scenic retreat set within the reclaimed Mesabi Iron Range. Known for its rolling forested…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#9
Mahnoman County Park
11.7 mi away
Mahnomen County Park is a popular recreational area located in the state of Minnesota. The park is known for its stunning natural beauty, scenic hiking trails, and abundant…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#10
Lake Minnetonka Regional Park
12.7 mi away
Lake Minnetonka Regional Park is located in the state of Minnesota, not Missouri. The park is situated on the shores of Lake Minnetonka and offers visitors a variety of…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#11
Mississippi Gateway Regional Park
13.4 mi away
Mississippi Gateway Regional Park is located in the state of Minnesota, and it offers visitors an opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the Mississippi River. One of the…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#12
Westonka Regional Park
13.8 mi away
Westonka Regional Park, located in the state of Minnesota, is a picturesque destination that offers visitors a variety of attractions and activities. Here is a summary based on…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#13
Long Lake Regional Park
14.2 mi away
Long Lake Regional Park is a 137-acre park located in New Brighton, Minnesota. The park features several outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, canoeing, and disc golf…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
Parks near Hopkins
The Hopkins area has 755 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best parks near Hopkins
How are these parks ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.