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    Lebanon Hills Regional Park

    4.7 (86 reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Lauren H.

    We are so lucky to have such a great and expansive park in the suburb of Eagan. I've used this park for hiking, beach / swimming, paddle boarding and mountain biking. Beautiful views, clean bathrooms and changing areas and facilities to rent canoes, kayaks and paddle boards.

    Elizabeth W.

    This park is such an asset to east/southeast metro area. The only negative is that is so popular it can get crowded, but there is enough space that is not usually a problem. We visit the park most frequently for snowshoeing and hiking. The terrain has modest hills through forests and around several lakes. It's lovely during any season, but especially during the fall as leaves change, or after snow has just falllen. It has excellent trails for mountain biking/fat tire riding, but that is the one sport where the crowds can be a deterrent. During the summer, there's a modest lake where you can swim or use small non-motorized water equipment like paddle boards or small kayaks. If you are just learning to Stand-up Paddleboard this is a great place to learn because the water is calm and size of lake is manageable. Highly recommend as a nearby park with something for everyone who enjoys the outdoors

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    Kimberly B.

    A green space in the middle of the burbs that has heavy foot traffic. You may not feel that impact depending on what trails you do (and what time of day/when) but having worked for park systems and nature centers, this is def a higher impact park. You will hear a lot of city transportation noise (highway and planes) due to the location. That being said, we are all thankful for this patch of green and wet.

    Beach
    Megan W.

    Lebanon Hills has so much to offer for any nature lover. From hiking to kayaking to laying out on a beach, there is something for the whole family. Schulze beach is the perfect beach to go and just hang in the sand. If you're bored of the beach you can rent kayaks or paddle boards and take them out on the beach. There is a public bathroom that is very clean as well as changing rooms.

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    Lisa S.

    One of my favorite parks. It's close to home and we have been coming here for years. First with kids for the 2 mile lap around Jensen Lake now for long walks solo or with the grand dog. Without paved paths, it can be a muddy walk at times but they have done a good job of building boardwalks where it used to get really sloppy. There are many lakes and a true sense of quiet deeper into the trail. In the summer I like the 5m voyager trail because it's shady and cooler. Be careful of rocks on the path as they can trip you up if you aren't paying attention. I've seen deer, hawks, snakes, coyotes and many other animals. Maps along the way can help direct you although it can still be a little confusing. Great taste of nature in the city.

    Walking trail
    Steve S.

    Love this somewhat hidden gem in the south metro. Lots to do at this regional park: hiking, running, skiing, mountain biking, snowshoeing, or leisurely walking. Trails are well kept and beautifully scenic. You'd have no idea that it's possible to get so closely connected with nature on the border of Eagan/Apple Valley. Nature friends you'll likely cross paths with on your trail: turtles, bunnies, deer, and maybe even a garter snake.

    Molly M.

    Extensive park that offers a quiet spot in the Twin Cities (just not near the playground). Hiking trails are marked and lots of signage available for those who want to know where they are going. Horseback trails are available as well.

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    Tanner W.

    Lebon on hill is a nice place to go for a walk a run, sledding and so much more. I would 10/10 recommend going here. I go to lebon on hills to walk my dog a lot and I love it. The only thing I don't like is the fact that is has a lot of rocks on the non-paved trail so it could be dangerous if you tripped on them but that's about it.

    Lisa H.

    Having cabin fever and the temps in the 40's, it was a given to venture to Lebanon. All the while I was thinking that Lebanon is such a gift! It's like the Central Park of the Twin Cities! Although not so Central, just head south to Lebanon and other parks in Dakota county, FOR FREE! Dakota County has huge, beautiful parks for free! Lebanon in particular is a vast system of trails, lakes and ponds to enjoy year round. Whether you want to go jump in a lake in the summer or cross country ski across a lake in the winter, snow shoe, schedule a snow shoe by candlelight, take the kids kick sledding, canoe with or without portages, there are so many ways to enjoy the outdoors at Lebanon year round. For free! It is truly a gift. We have been enjoying the Dakota county parks for years and certainly for years to come. Give it a try!

    Ashley C.

    Lebanon Hills makes for a wonderful way to get your forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku as the Japanese call it) in the middle of Suburbia. There are many many miles of trails here, you could go quite a few times and have different routes every time. There are three different parking areas (with plenty of parking) to choose from, giving variety even where you start from. The trails go around many different lakes and ponds, and there are plenty of birds, ducks, frogs, turtles, etc. We even have seen turkeys and deer! Just be careful, there are many trails, it would be very easy to get lost!! Great place for walking, and there are some picnic tables as well. Definitely a place I'm thankful to have nearby!

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    Paula P.

    It's really nice in the summer time. Lots of trails to walk/ run/ bike, saw a baby deer at one point, and nice lake to spend time with the family.

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    Xia Y.

    Great place for a walk and/or bike ride. We got there as the sun was setting so we took a shorter trail just to make it back to the car before dark. You can easily spend the whole day here. Not to mention, there's a camping site.

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    Bomb ass MTB trails yo. Reminds me of Colorado except altitude gains. Love having this place close to home

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    Great getaway for a local hike. Can be very busy at times. Watch out for the snakes lol

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    3 years ago

    We are there almost every day! It's just amazing with all the wildlife and the great swimming beach!

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    Really enjoyed Lebanon Hills and the paths provided for Cross Country Skiing. They were groomed well and it was an enjoyable course.

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    Whitetail Woods Regional Park

    Whitetail Woods Regional Park

    4.4(14 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    Whitetail Woods is such a great park system tucked near the University of Minnesota agricultural…read moreresearch farm. It's one of my favorite nature spots close to the Twin Cities. Even though it's not far from the metro, once you're out on the trails it really feels like you're deep in nature. It's quiet, peaceful, and you can't hear any city noise. There are plenty of trail options with different lengths and scenery. You'll find trails around the lake, wooded paths, prairie areas, and a mix of paved and natural surfaces. It's also very dog friendly, which is a big plus. They've done a great job with the amenities too. There's a nice play area for kids, restrooms, and well-maintained paths. One of the best things about this park is that it rarely feels overcrowded.

    I love this park! Whitetail Woods is a relatively new part of the Metropolitan Parks System, but…read moreit has quickly become a favorite. It is close to the cities, yet when you're walking/hiking/snowshoeing, or whatever, it feels very isolated. Part of that in nature feel is because it is primarily surrounded by federal or state wildlife area and a U of MN researh farm. We first discovered if for snowshoeing and it continues to be one of our favorites for that activity. There's hiking trails you can walk on, or you can explore your own path. The terrain is varied with flat plains, lots of hills, plus swamps. Though we love it best in Winter, it is beautiful for hiking during any season. There's enough variation in terrain that you can get a good workout. Though it has become more popular as people have discovered it, it is still large enough that you do not feel overrun. There are also camper cabins if you would like to stay overnight. Highly recommend as an outdoor escape.

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    Hay Creek Valley Campground and Old Western Saloon - fish fry

    Hay Creek Valley Campground and Old Western Saloon

    4.5(2 reviews)
    35.1 mi

    This review is exclusively about the saloon, not the attached campground facilities…read more We stopped in on a Friday at 5pm. My husband is on a mission to try all of the local Friday Night Fish Fries. The area near the bar was already full but there was another room with empty tables. As we sat there, the musician began setting up to start a set at 6pm. Service was phenomenal through our visit. Everything came out fast, whether from the bar or the kitchen. We weren't kept waiting when we were ready to leave, either. My husband had two beers while we were there, and I was happy they had a cider on tap. We had the cheese curds for our appetizer. The amount was great. The coating on these was quite thick, making them crunchy in contrast to the chewy-gooey texture served most places. My husband enjoyed the fish fry. The crunchy coating was like that on the curds, making these easy to pick up and eat as one might with a chicken tender. His sides were good. I had the ranch chicken wrap with grilled chicken, and coleslaw on the side. We agreed that the food was fine. Not out of this world, but good. Really, we agreed that the service impressed us the most.

    Great old building loaded with history inside. Burgers are great with friendly service. Located in…read morea valley of the bluff country. I have been there several times. Here's one of those times so you can see for yourself. https://youtu.be/OKKIpE3uPp4

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    Hay Creek Valley Campground and Old Western Saloon - Cheese curds appetizer

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    Menu 1/2025

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    Bunker Hills Campground - This silly grasshopper (or so it seemed) found it's way into our trailer, our tent, our campsite, the shower, the restroom..

    Bunker Hills Campground

    4.0(1 review)
    29.9 mi

    This campground is 5 stars all around and we will definitely return…read more There are no sewer hook ups so you kind of have to use their restrooms/showers unless you drive to the dump station if you are staying for a week.. thus, the drop in a star (to be mentioned below) The GOOD: Pretty much everything! Lots of shade, big sites, signs everywhere to find your way, TONS of trails, dog friendly, friendly staff.. Bunker beach is walking distance, the activity/event center is gorgeous. There are stables at the regional park as well as the stunning golf course that we did not use. Just absolutely beautiful grounds. Bring a bike or take some long hikes. Maps are well marked and so much to see! Our California campgrounds are not this green and lush or have sites so spacious so we LOVED that! The BAD: Spiders (Daddy long legs) everywhere.. we sprayed eco friendly bug spray each day around the picnic table, tent and trailer and helped a bit.. but after 3 spiders on the window curtain next to my bed in he RV and a big old spider ON my bed.. I had a big more compassion for my boys in the tent with too many of them to count on top of the tent. Bathrooms - need to be cleaned as the sinks were pretty gross on most occasions. The water in the shower? I froze for all 3 showers and there is no way to control the hot/cold, no water pressure (which is kind of common at campgrounds) but not even a spray.. just a slow trickle/stream from the shower except in the family bathroom, a faint spray (also cold). Oddly, my boys showered once in the men's showers and said it was too hot, they had to get out. The showers were also unpleasant with spiders everywhere, moths flying at you from every direction. There were grasshoppers in abundance as well, but the moths were pretty disgusting. The GOOD FAR FAR outweigh the BAD and definitely recommend a stay here. It IS camping so just expect a lot of bugs around and you won't be disappointed!

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    Bunker Hills Campground - Outside the activity center a "bike station".. tools, air.. pretty cool

    Outside the activity center a "bike station".. tools, air.. pretty cool

    Bunker Hills Campground - Our campsite #20

    Our campsite #20

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    Minneapolis Northwest KOA

    Minneapolis Northwest KOA

    3.1(12 reviews)
    31.3 mi

    It has some good stuff, like mini golf (which could use a clean up) and a good pool…read more The internet rules are pretty humorous.

    I don't know what happened years ago when the other reviews here were written, but July 2021 the…read morecustomer service was outstanding! Wonderful people running this place. We visited in a small travel trailer and had one of the pull thru sites, #52. It seemed to be one of the few with no shade and will request a different site next week when we return. However, it's convenient to everything and not a bad site, just others we like better after seeing the layout. They deliver your firewood to your site for you. A small bundle at the store is $7 or you can upgrade to $10 for twice as much and it's delivered right to your site. We stayed 2 nights while visiting relatives in the area and my boys (twins age 11) loved it! The mini golf ($2/player) is clean and well maintained, though the cups are higher than the greens on a few holes leaving us frustrated on a few shots.. shuffleboard was a hit (free) and the game room with air hockey ($.75/game) was where they spent most of their time. The game goes until someone scores 7 points. The other games were $.50 each. The pool was clean and had many chairs, though on the weekend it had more people than we wanted to hang with so we didn't do the pool. Wifi is available but very slow. I don't agree that it's not a destination spot as we've been to many campgrounds that definitely are NOT.. this KOA has the nicest and caring group of people working there as well as immaculate grounds, that I would recommend it highly. Obviously there are a multitude of things to do in the area and this is a great base camp for that. My only issue with all KOA's in general is that my boys cannot pop up a tent outside our tiny trailer with plenty of space and grass. That is a KOA rule so I can't pick on this place too bad about it. We are returning again next week for 3 nights and my boys are excited to stay again

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