Burnsville, Minnesota, boasts a variety of parks and outdoor attractions that cater to residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone.
Cliff Fen Park
Located on the north side of Cliff Road, just east of Nicollet Avenue, Cliff Fen Park spans 40 acres and features the Burnsville Lions Playground and a popular splash pad. The splash pad operates daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. during warm weather months, typically from the third weekend in May through the third weekend in September. Additional amenities include picnic shelters, volleyball courts, soccer/football fields, and nature trails.
Crystal Beach
Situated on Lac Lavon Drive, south of County Road 42, Crystal Beach is a 24-acre park perfect for summer outings. It offers an expansive beach with an unguarded swimming area, playground equipment, picnic shelters, concessions, and volleyball courts. Canoe and paddleboard rentals are available for those looking to explore the water.
Nicollet Commons Park
As one of the first “town square” style parks in the metro area suburbs, Nicollet Commons Park serves as the focal point of Burnsville’s Heart of the City at 126th Street and Nicollet Avenue. The park features a 250-seat amphitheater for concerts and events, open green space, seating areas, and a water feature popular with children. The water feature operates from the third weekend in May through the third weekend in September, weather permitting.
Sunset Pond
Sunset Pond is a 100-acre community park located north of County Road 42, west of Burnsville Parkway. The park features a 65-acre pond surrounded by 2.6 miles of hard trails suitable for walking, running, and biking. Amenities include a picnic shelter and a play area. The park is an excellent spot to watch the sunset.
Alimagnet Park
Alimagnet Park is a 178-acre community park located north of County Road 42 on County Road 11. It is home to Burnsville’s award-winning Alimagnet Dog Park, an enclosed seven-acre off-leash area with a pond. Other amenities include picnic shelters, walking trails, cross-country ski trails, playground equipment, soccer/football fields, softball/baseball fields, and a horseshoe court.
For more information on these and other parks, visit the City of Burnsville’s official website.