Lyndale Park — Attraction in Minneapolis

So many birds!!! So many birds. Perfect place to go birding. I’d recommend parking at the east side. Parking is a little wonky, as the roads around this place run only clockwise around the entire park. I missed the entrance to the parking lot on the east side and spent the next 12 mins driving around the park. I understand why they do this, but just make sure you don’t make my same mistake. There are sometimes free birding tours on Saturday at 8am!!! Check out the park’s website. I recommend Jason as your guide if you get the chance to choose. The parking was like $1.50 per...

Nice gardens. Great place to walk around. There are a few hidden gems. The gardens are beautiful and the flowers are so picturesque. There are some benches but they seem to be overrun with ants. It would be nice if there were some picnic tables to sit and eat at. If it starts to rain, you are in trouble because there is no shelter or covered patio, just in case. If the weather is good, I recommend taking a outside in the garden. I also wish there was more than just the one...

This park has several sections. Rose garden that was excellent, a more native natural fountain area in the Peace Garden (very serene), and there is a bird sanctuary also very Northwoods kinda natural walking trails. Parking right across from Rose garden next to peace garden. Only a few bucks for parking, so a good deal, as you will spend at least an hour, I think maybe two or more if you sit and relax or explore every plant/flower type. Great little gem in Lakes area of...