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Hansen Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 502 Google reviews · Running trail in New Brighton, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hansen Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Local park offering walking trails, a disc golf course, a hockey rink, a tennis court & ball fields.
What runners say about Hansen Park
“Well maintained park with disc golf course, playgrounds, hockey rink and various trails.”
“Lot of beautiful wildlife and peaceful to take a walk, bike, run or just sit in nature.”
“Lot of beautiful wildlife and peaceful to take a walk, bike, run or just sit in nature.”
It is a vast and conducive area. I saw people walking around while others were playing on the seesaw, others sitting and watching nature. Some were walking with their dogs. It's one beautiful place to visit and have a calm and quiet time. A good place to discuss and a place to equally think.
Nice park and trails but no maps along the trails and I got lost getting back to my car. I heard the disc golf course is decent. The playground is extensive and lots of kids there!
Very nice walking path and pleasant views PARK WILL BE STARTING CONSTRUCTION SOON ON A NEW PLAYGROUND…NOT SURE THE EXACT START DATE, BUT BUILDING A NEW PLAYGROUND 6/24/25 update
This park is amazing. Great sights. Perfect sounds. An not usually too busy. Definitely recommend this park for relaxing couples walks. So exceeded my expectations, an really comes out on top. Love that they have tall board hockey rinks. An a fun playground for those interested. This park is a must to visit.
Trail conditions & character
“Very nice walking path and pleasant views PARK WILL BE STARTING CONSTRUCTION SOON ON A NEW PLAYGROUND…NOT SURE THE EXACT START DATE, BUT BUILDING A NEW PLAYGROUND 6/24/25 update”
Plan your run at Hansen Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitenewbrightonmn.gov
- Phone(651) 638-2130
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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