Nicollet Island Park

Great little island area to add to your path for a good workout. Gravel pathway along this area so may be inaccessible for wheelchairs in a lot of the area. I was surprised at all of the use of the island with a school being there. Cool bridges to cross getting back to the main land.

This very interesting park, encompassing a little more than half of the island, has a lot of variety in its 26 acres. The north end includes a lovely walk along the back channel from the Boom Island bridge to the rail line, and the south end includes a pavilion and amphitheater. Between the two areas is De Lasalle High School. The north end contains a small neighborhood consisting of well maintained mid-19th century homes. The island has great views of the St Anthony Dam and downtown skyline. I highly recommend reading the National Park Service’s web page and the Wikipedia page for details about the fascinating history of the island.

Cute little park and trail that is adjacent to additional trails right in the city. Small.parking lot.

Nicollet Island Park, is the only park that has residential homes and a private High School in it, and it is an island. The Minneapolis Parks Board owns the island and leases properties back until 2082. The south side has an event space and the Nicollet Island Inn. The north side has the island’s old residential homes, condos, Park space, trails and DeLaSalle High. You can walk or ride your bike to the island from either side of the river. Also, there are trails connecting to Boom Island Park and historic Main Street and the Stone Arch Bridge. Views of St Anthony Falls.

Lovely park to walk in, trail loops around the island, with some cool views.