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    Hyland Hills Ski Area

    3.2 (25 reviews)

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    Youssef A.

    Very popular in the middle of the city ski resort. I tried it on the summer when they had a party with live music. Free parking and entrance. Well organized party with police, food, beer and families. No cars around: no pollution. The grass is greener on this side of the season !

    They're flipping over the big park
    Quinzhee H.

    The terrain park was the best ever this past season thanks to the crew at HSSA named the Snow Pigs! Over 200 changes throughout their ski season. Hyland is a small area but for being located in the city it is top notch. It was a bustling place with people getting out and enjoying the winter season instead of being stuck inside during this pandemic. It was great to see a lot of people trying out skiing and boarding for the first time this year. I heard that it was the busiest season in memory for Hyland. The staff there was very friendly and accommodating also. Thanks y'all for a great season. The terrain park was A#1. #tellyourmom!

    Liezel S.

    It's great for beginners to novice.Ski lift prices are affordable. It can get a bit crowded. Ski runs are not bad. We had a great time and we will come back.

    John S.

    So I went to a ski park in the middle of summer. There is a grill that is open all year as is the beautiful building. The parking lot was moderately busy although I don't know where everyone was but I assume there are indoor activities and meeting rooms. The grill is convenient and has the usual tacos, some salads and ah yes grilled foods as the sign says. There is a windowed dining area that can be used for anything I suppose. Coffee comes from an auto dispenser that you hold the cup under. It seemed fresh and acceptable and not expected to be great for a buck twenty-five.

    Chris W.

    Went skiing on New Year's day. Upon arriving, we had to get tickets - which is outside. They only had one window open, on such a busy day but the line moved quick enough. Gear rental was very well organized and the staff were super helpful in fitting the gear correctly. I was very pleased with the up to date equipment that was in good shape (better organized and better gear then the other ski places in the metro). I guess the chalet is newly remodeled. It was very nice, had some food options, and clean restrooms. The chair lifts went quickly, and even with the people present there was plenty of room for us beginners to have fun. The terrain park area seemed to be full of Xbox pre-teen brats but we didn't have any business being over there. We stuck to the easier slopes. Had a great time, and by paying on-line for our tickets on the Three Rivers Park District website we saved $23 bucks. (You must do this two days in advance or more). Great deal, great time, great service, great equipment. I can see eventually out-growing this place since the runs are so small and easy, but for newbies it really is a great place! This may be our families new New Year's Day tradition!

    The fancy pants chalet
    Jonathan M.

    Small location conveniently located in the middle of the city. Decided to try it out during this past week's 10" storm and not even all that heavenly powder could convince us to stay for more than 1 hr. While it looks like they have plowed some serious money into the place, it's just way too small to be taken seriously. You can probably go up and down every run in 20 minutes. This place is mostly for kids and teenagers to get their skills going. If you are an adult and you've been to actual mountains you will probably find this place boring in about 45 minutes. There's not even a bar to keep mildly bored adults entertained. All the facilities are state of the art, with a pretty cool chalet that boasts large windows overlooking the tiny slopes. As for the slopes themselves, as I mentioned they are super short and the chairs are not very fast. They do have a large number of jumps, rails and boxes, which was pretty surprising. Parking is expensive ($12), however there is a free satellite parking with complimentary shuttle not too far down the road. All in all not a terrible place, however you have to know what you are getting into. Afton Alps remains your best option in the Twin Cities.

    Kim P.

    I started going snowboarding here and I've had a great time. They haves beginners hill to experts and you get quite a variety. Wish the hills were longer. Just going straight down. The ski lift was a pretty good speed. I went on the ski lift with one of the workers. His name is Glen and he remembers me. He's a interesting guy. Love chatting with him. He even mentioned to apply here.

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    Pretty good for how close it is to the metro area, but can get quite crowded and the slopes are shallow.

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    Normandale Lake Park - Last of the snow.

    Normandale Lake Park

    4.7(19 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Had some extra time to spare before an event nearby and it was reasonably nice outside (aka,…read moreforties in March lol), so I decided to take a hike around the lake. You won't manage to escape road noise really because it's surrounded on three sides by fairly busy roadways, but still better than nothing! It's not a long walk around, just about forty-five minutes worth at a leisurely pace. The park actually features two paved trails that run parallel to one another, with the outer ring for bicyclists and other wheeled conveyance usage, and on-foot folk on the inner ring. Dogs do need to be on leash. Occasional benches around the lake, and a cute man-made waterfall. There are a couple of gazebos near the parking lot for if you'd like to have a picnic. The bandshell structure was particularly impressive and neat. There are bathrooms built into the back of it, which were even open during off season, so that was highly appreciated. Water fountain was currently turned off though, unsurprisingly. Parking lot seemed a bit small, but perhaps most folks who visit are from the surrounding office buildings on their lunch break.

    Walked around here for the first time today.. and wow, I wish I had found this place sooner! I have…read moredriven past here many times but did not realize that it is the perfect over lunch walk around a lake. It is perfect because you get water front walking, woods walking, you can see the changing of the leaves. There are multiple places to park as well and you don't pass many cars at all. There is also a cute little waterfall (very mini) but nonetheless, some lovely nature for in the middle of the day. Will definitely be back there!

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    Centennial Lakes Park - Swing benches along path

    Centennial Lakes Park

    4.6(81 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    I have such a nice time at this park. I go here to study. To relax. To take in the scenery…read more It is a bit crowded but that's because it's such a nice environment. I enjoy finding quiet nooks at the park

    Urban Oasis for a Peaceful Stroll! Centennial Lakes is a…read moregreat outing, earning five stars from me. I wanted a nice place to stretch my legs, and this park was just right. The paved paths make for an easy and accessible walk, suitable for a quick escape or a leisurely stroll. What really stood out to me was how quiet it felt. Even with buildings in the background, the park feels remarkably peaceful. The gentle sound of water, the rustling of leaves, and the overall calm let you forget you're in a busy area. It's a fantastic bubble of serenity. The scenery mixes urban sophistication with natural beauty. Modern buildings create a sleek backdrop for the beautifully designed waterways and landscaped grounds. Even without full bloom, you can see a real commitment to diverse plants here. I can't wait for a return visit in the spring! I can only imagine how bright and colorful it gets when everything is in full bloom. If you want a peaceful place to clear your mind, enjoy some fresh air, and take a nice walk, Centennial Lakes is a must-visit. Whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, it's the perfect spot. I left feeling refreshed and energized. I can't wait to see it come to life in the spring!

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    Cliff Fen Park - Rental info for gazebos

    Cliff Fen Park

    4.7(3 reviews)
    5.8 mi

    If you're looking for a great spot for you and/or your kids to run around and climb stuff, this is…read moreit! Really great playground structures with plenty of different types of equipment, including things like balance beams, teeter-totters, and spinners, in addition to more standard playground fare like swingsets and slides. There's also a splashpad that you can activate for playing around. Water squirts or dumps from various water features. A lot of fun. It was even still running in October when I was there! Lots of gazebos (which can be reserved, if desired) with picnic tables and grills and trash/recycling cans. An ice cream truck swung by while I was there, much to the delight of the kids there. Massive parking lot. Only port-a-potties. Nearby is also a large grass field for soccer. If you go a little deeper in, you'll see it also connects with the Black Dog Trailhead. Be aware however that this is a "minimal maintenance" trail. I tried to follow it for aways after the railroad track but felt a little lost and ultimately turned back. Not sure how often or at what time of year they maintain it to make it easier to follow, but it's understandable that they don't because it is part of a specific biome of wet meadow known as a "fen". These are fairly rare and thus requiring protection, so tread lightly and respectfully if you do go! It's important nature be preserved as much as possible.

    There are not a lot of amenities at Cliff Fen but it could be educational as I learned what a 'Fen'…read moreis and realized I learned about this in 5th grade. It's too nerdy scientific to explain here so if you have a quest to know search away. I was looking for walking paths but none were to be found. Otherwise it's a nice family style park with a large playground and covered picnic area. There is a parking lot which is large for a park this size so they must plan to have events with the large open fields ready for different sporting events. I was creating my own walking area without a path until I tripped over a branch and went tumbling and decided that's enough Fen and lack of Zen for the day.

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    Cliff Fen Park - Map for Black Dog unit, accessible from the park.

    Map for Black Dog unit, accessible from the park.

    Cliff Fen Park - Fun climbing structure

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    Cliff Fen Park - Fun play structures!

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