AnokaCounty, located minutes from the Twin Cities at the confluence of the Mississippi and RumRivers, is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota. In AnokaCounty you will find a unique blend of urban amenities in a friendly, small town atmosphere.
With award-winning schools, two major hospitals, world-class recreational facilities, and two post secondary educational institutions, it’s easy to see why so many people are choosing to live and work in AnokaCounty.
Residents are well educated and take pride in their work and community. Businesses, attracted by affordable land, are building and expanding in AnokaCounty.
Major corporations such as Medtronic, Aveda, United Defense, Hoffman Engineering, Cummins Power Generation and Federal Cartridge have found homes in AnokaCounty.
Regional parks typically range from 100 to well over 1,000 acres. They provide a wide array of outdoor recreation opportunities similar to state parks. Regional parks are typically located on rivers or lakes, offering resources for boating, fishing, and swimming. Acquisition and development funding is supported by the State of Minnesota and the Metropolitan Council. AnokaCounty is responsible for the operation and maintenance of these regional parks and trails.
County Parks
County parks provide substantial benefits to local communities and neighborhoods. The parks are usually less than 200 acres in size and provide a range of natural resource based outdoor recreation. Significant improvements have been made in recent years at Rum River South, Manomin, and RumRiverNorthCountyParks.Information regarding the parks can be found at tel. 763.757.3920.
BunkerHillsRegionalPark
Highway 242 and Foley Boulevard
Coon Rapids
CoonLakeCountyPark
5450 197th Avenue NE
Wyoming
Coon RapidsDamRegionalPark
9750 Egret Boulevard
Coon Rapids
EastTwinLakesCountyPark
9435 Viking Boulevard NW
BurnsTownship
Islands of Peace/ RiverfrontRegionalPark
5100 East River Road
Fridley
KordiakCountyPark
1845 49th Avenue NE
Columbia Heights
Lake GeorgeRegionalPark
3100 217th Avenue NW
Oak Grove
Locke County Park & Rice Creek West Regional Trail
450 71st Avenue NW
Fridley
Martin-Island-LinwoodLakesRegionalPark
22480 Martin Lake Road NW
LinwoodTownship
Rice Creek Chain of LakesRegionalPark Reserve
7401 Main Street
LinoLakes
RumRiverCentralRegionalPark
17955 Roanoke Street NW
Ramsey
RumRiverNorthCountyPark
3525 Bridge Street NW
St. Francis
RumRiverSouthCountyPark
3000 Ferry Street North (Highway 47)
Anoka
City Parks
The cities within AnokaCounty recognize that parks, trails, public open space and other recreational opportunities are essential elements in creating a strong sense of community.For more information on specific parks, amenities and reservations, please contact the individual city’s parks and recreation department.