Purgatory Creek Park Pavilion — Attraction in Eden Prairie

We went here for a post meal walk and roll and ended up coming back the next day because it was so lovely.

The paved path is a bit bumpy/pitted but no worse than an average sidewalk these days. It's so peaceful with a lot of critters, foliage, bugs, ducks, and shade. It was not at all hilly so if your wheelchair can handle some bumpy pitted pavement, this is a great place for a long roll.

There are accessible bathrooms near the parking. They're pretty dirty but usable in a pinch. The soap was full and there was toilet paper.

Right off the parking was a pavilion. Surrounding that were flowers, a memorial, and benches. Everything was lovely and well manicured. Handicap parking was...

The 2021 Memorial Day Program at the EP Veterans Memorial was highlighted by the detailed recounting of US Navy airplane bomber and strafing attacks in the Pacific where heroic missions succeeded in destroying multiple Japanese military supply ships told by a veteran of these actions who is now 98 years old.

Other program highlights included the playing of military musical themes as well as the audience singing of the national anthem.

Attendance was impressive as folks of all ages as well as the local police honor guard and cadet flag detail were on hand to stand at attention for the presentation of national as well as...

Beautifully maintained city park with a flat, paved loop through wetlands and display gardens—stroller- and wheelchair-friendly and easy for casual biking. The Lambert Pavilion has tables, power and nearby indoor restrooms; there are drinking fountains and picnic spots around the grounds. The Eden Prairie Veterans Memorial—powerful bronze works by local sculptor Neil Brodin—is a standout and very photogenic. Parking is convenient but can fill during events; late-afternoon light is great for photos. A perfect 30–60 minute stop to unwind in the...