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KAYAK RENTAL

Ever wanted to paddle down the backwaters of the mighty Mississippi River? Lucky for you, you can do just that right here in Cottage Grove. No equipment is required! With our paddle share program at Hazen P. Mooers Park, we provide the kayaks, paddles and life jackets. Paddle on your own in one of our single kayaks or paddle with a buddy in one of our tandems. Whenever summer rolls around, these are a big hit and are reserved quickly! Mark your calendars for the summer of 2022!

DISC GOLF

We know the disc golf scene in Minnesota is top notch, which is why the course at Oakwood Park is too. The Oakwood Park Disc Golf Course is a premier course that has hosted national and world disc golf tournaments. The course offers terrain of all kinds, from open space to wooded canopies. Short and long tees make the course perfect for disc golfers of all skill levels.

BAGS

Grab a group of friends and head to River Oaks Golf Course for a game of bags. Or corn-hole. Whatever you call it, River Oaks’ outside bar and Mississippi River views provide the perfect change of scenery from your typical backyard game. Reservations are required so call ahead!

BOCCE BALL

Head to Lamar Fields or River Oaks Golf Course for a friendly game of bocce ball. Both venues offer official courts and are free for use. Doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or a pro, the game is a fun way to get outside and get moving.

GOLF

River Oaks Golf Course offers an impressive 18-hole public golf course featuring a beautiful view of the Mississippi River. There are 57 sand bunkers and three ponds located amongst the course, which offer slight challenges for experienced golfers and fun obstacles for those still new to the sport! Check out the Toptracer Range, the ultimate practice tool that takes the guesswork out of range sessions by offering an engaging, datadriven experience that appeals to everyone. The city offers several wellkept parks filled with trails where you can explore. A short drive will take you to Afton State Park, Carpenter Nature Center or St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park, all great options for adventurers looking to stretch their legs in the great outdoors.

BIKING

In addition to miles of bike trails in our parks, Cottage Grove Bike Park is home to a paved pump track, a dirt pump track, four progressive dirt jump lines, a slope style course, a 4x track, a tot track and two mountain bike skills areas. Don’t forget! You can always get rolling by checking out the many miles we have along the Mississippi River Trail as well.

POINT DOUGLAS PARK

A Washington County Park that boasts a very popular beach and fishing at the confluence of Mississippi and St. Croix rivers. It is also a trailhead for the Point Douglas Regional Trail that leads from Prescott to downtown Hastings.

INSIDER INFO

▸ View page 25 for our handy parks and paths map. ▸ Scan the QR code on page 9 to view our bike map.

DAYCARE • BOARDING • GROOMING

“I would highly recommend Hound Around. My pups Jude and Rocco love Hound Around. Jude has been going to Hound Around for three years. All I need to say is Hound Around and he pops up and wants to go. The sta and owners are always so friendly and welcome you and your pups any day or time. I use the daycare for them. The place is clean. They have a webcam you can watch your pups while they are there. Wonderful place to bring your pups.” Visit our website or call us and book today: houndaroundresort.com