Best parks near Saint Paul
29 parks · 29 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best parks near Saint Paul, 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 29 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Fort Snelling State Park
10.4 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
A⛰
#2
Afton State Park
19.1 mi away
Afton State Park is located in the state of Wisconsin and offers many reasons to visit. Some of the park's highlights include beautiful hiking trails, scenic picnic areas, and…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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#3
Kinnickinnic State Park
19.9 mi away
Kinnickinnic State Park, located in western Wisconsin where the Kinnickinnic River meets the St. Croix River, is known for its scenic river bluffs, prairie landscapes, and…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
W⛰
#4
Willow River State Park
20.0 mi away
Willow River State Park is a stunning natural area located in western Wisconsin, just 5 miles north of Hudson. It offers visitors a wide range of activities, breathtaking scenery…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
L⛰
#5
Lilydale Regional Park On Great River Passage
3.6 mi away
Lilydale Regional Park is a beautiful park located on the Great River Passage in Minnesota. This park is known for its scenic beauty, hiking trails, biking, and birdwatching. It…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
P⛰
#6
Phalen-Keller Regional Park
4.0 mi away
Phalen-Keller Regional Park is a popular outdoor recreational area located in St. Paul, Minnesota. The park offers visitors a wide range of activities, including swimming…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
T⛰
#7
Thompson County Park
4.5 mi away
Thompson County Park is a picturesque natural area located in Dakota County, Minnesota. It offers visitors a peaceful and scenic environment, making it a popular destination for…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
L⛰
#8
Lake Owasso County Park
6.0 mi away
Lake Owasso County Park is located in Ramsey County, Minnesota, not Missouri. The park is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and families looking to enjoy the natural…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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#9
Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park
6.3 mi away
Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park is a picturesque and popular outdoor destination located in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, not in the state of Missouri. Here is an accurate summary…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
B⛰
#10
Battle Creek Regional Park
6.5 mi away
I apologize, but there is no Battle Creek Regional Park in the state of Missouri. It is possible that you are referring to a park located in a different state. Please provide more…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
I⛰
#11
Island Lake County Park
6.6 mi away
Island Lake County Park is a popular destination located in Minnesota, USA. There are a number of good reasons to visit this park, including its picturesque natural beauty and…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
S⛰
#12
Snail Lake Regional Park
6.6 mi away
Snail Lake Regional Park in Shoreview, Minnesota, is known for its serene lakeside scenery, peaceful wooded trails, and family-friendly amenities. A highlight is the sandy beach…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
S⛰
#13
Snail Lake Marsh County Park
8.3 mi away
Snail Lake Marsh County Park in Shoreview, Minnesota, is a serene natural area known for its scenic wetlands, birdwatching, and peaceful trails. The park features a paved trail…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
Parks near Saint Paul
The Saint Paul area has 795 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 Saint Paul
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.