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Nicollet Island Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in Minneapolis, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Nicollet Island 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.
What runners say about Nicollet Island Park
“Nicollet Island Park is a scenic and historic spot along the Mississippi River, offering beautiful views of downtown Minneapolis and the iconic Stone Arch Bridge.”
“I stop here almost daily on a regular bike ride, just to take in the view and enjoy the quiet in the early morning hours.”
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.
Cute little park and trail that is adjacent to additional trails right in the city. Small.parking lot.
Lovely park to walk in, trail loops around the island, with some cool views.
Nicollet Island Park is a scenic and historic spot along the Mississippi River, offering beautiful views of downtown Minneapolis and the iconic Stone Arch Bridge.
Trail conditions & character
“Nicollet Island Park is a scenic and historic spot along the Mississippi River, offering beautiful views of downtown Minneapolis and the iconic Stone Arch Bridge.”
“I stop here almost daily on a regular bike ride, just to take in the view and enjoy the quiet in the early morning hours.”
“Gravel pathway along this area so may be inaccessible for wheelchairs in a lot of the area.”
Plan your run at Nicollet Island Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitenps.gov
- Phone+1 612-230-6400
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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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