F U N GUIDE Four Seasons
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About this edition:
In this edition of the 4 Seasons Fun Guide, we have put together a calendar with a variety of community events ranging from local farmers markets to signature events and so much more. Here at the Press, we made the decision to keep the community calendar hyper-local, focusing on the cities within our coverage area.
But have no fear, within this edition, you’ll still find a wide variety of activities to attend. Our communities are vibrant, and host multiple events throughout the year to keep residents busy and engaged.
In the summer, local communities put on various festivals and farmers markets for you to enjoy. Every July, the city of Shoreview puts on its annual Slice of Shoreview festival. The “Slice,” as it’s known to the city’s residents, is a weekend long event that includes a carnival, parade, fireworks, water balloon fights, a classic car show and so much more.
If you happen to find yourself in downtown White Bear Lake, make sure to stop by Marketfest. Marketfest takes place every Thursday beginning in June and lasts until the end of July. It features over 100 merchandise and food vendors. You will also have the opportunity to look at classic cars and enjoy music performed by local bands.
We’ve also curated a list of summer programs offered by our cities for parents to enroll their children in to keep them learning even when school’s out. Also don’t forget to check out the article about what’s happening at Press Publications’ annual classic and vintage boat show in White Bear Lake.
For those looking to experience something a little out of the ordinary, we’ve included a list of local restaurants that include some unique eats.
We hope you enjoy your time in the northeast suburbs and find our communities as vibrant, engaging and welcoming as we do.
Madeline Dolby
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The following are area events scheduled by press time and subject to change. Please check event websites for updates and more information in 2026. Also check calendar pages in your weekly community newspaper or at www. presspubs.com for updates about what is happening in the area.
March
The Importance of Being Ernest
When: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, March 13-22
Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: The road to true love is delightfully tangled. Tickets $18-$38
Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org
Shake Your Shamrock
When: 10 a.m. - noon Saturday, March 14
Where: Kelly’s Korner, 7098 Centerville Road, Centerville
Details: 5K or 7K run on paved flat course.
Contact: 651-440-9625 or mmraces.com
Maple Syrup Festival
When: 12-2 p.m. Saturday, March 28
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: This free Family-friendly event features sap gathering demonstrations, maple craft making and scavenger hunt.
Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com/wargo-nature-center
Bunny Hop Trail
When: 10-11:30 am Saturday, March 28
Where: Bucher Park, 5900 Mackubin St., Shoreview
Details: The entire family can visit with the bunny and participate in fun activities and interact with barnyard animals in the petting zoo. Registration deadline is March 24.
Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/ events-directory
Bamboo Bay Egg Hunt
When: 9-11 am Sunday March 29
Where: Shoreview Community Center 4580 Victoria St N., Shoreview
Details: Registration deadline one week before. The bunny will hide eggs in Bamboo Bay! Each child will receive a bag of goodies. After the hunt is completed, participants will be able to swim in Bamboo Bay. No walk-ins accepted.
Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/ events-directory
Noodles for Northwoods
When: 4-7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21
Where: Invisible Wounds Project, 840 Lake St. S., Unit B, Forest Lake
Details: Annual fundraiser for Northwoods Humane Society includes pasta dinner, silent auction, raffles and wine pull.
Contact: 651-982-0240 or northwoodshs.org
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, March 28
Where: Scandia Community Center, 14727 209th St. N., Scandia
Details: Enjoy a delicious breakfast including a sweet roll, eggs, sausage and fruit cup.
Contact: cityofscandia.com
Shake Your Shamrock is scheduled for Saturday, March 14 in Centerville.
April
Once Upon a Mattress
When: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, April 24-May 17
Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: The classic fairy tale gets a hilarious twist in the raucous and romantic musical comedy.
Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org
Waffle Breakfast and Fire Truck Tours
When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, April 12
Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E County Road F
Details: All-you-can-eat Belgian waffle breakfast put on by the VH Lions Club. Other participants include Can Do Canines, KidSight vision screening for children, Minnesota Lions Diabetes Foundation, Special Olympics Minnesota and
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Minnesota Lions Childhood Cancer Foundation.
Contact: 651-204-6000 or www. cityvadnaisheights.com
Earth Day Celebration
When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: Make earth art project, explore trails, entertainment, Sound Garden, and visit the Eco-Fair.
Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com/wargo-nature-center
May
7th Annual May Flowers Craft & Gift Expo
When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16
Where: White Bear Hippodrome, 4855 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: Original handmade craft exhibitors, small businesses, woodworkers, knots, embroidery, crocheted items, lights, metal art and more
Contact: 651-444-9907
June
Shoreview Farmers Market
When: 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays, June 2-Sept. 1; 3-6 pm Sept. 8-Oct. 13
Where: Shoreview Community Center lower level parking lot and pavilion, 4580 Victoria St. N.
Details: Check out new amenities, weekly themes and live entertainment. More than 30 vendors. Frequent Shopper Program.
Contact: shoreviewcommunitycenter.com
Hugo Good Neighbor Days
When: June 5-7
Where: Lion’s Volunteer Park, 5524 Upper 146th St. N., Hugo
Details: Annual festival includes carnival rides, parade, bingo, beer garden and live music.
Contact: Hugo Lions or goodneighbordays.com
Centerville Music in the Park
When: 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays, June-July
Where: Hidden Spring Park, 1601 LaMotte Drive, Centerville
Details: Community concerts with various artists/bands.
Contact: centervillemn.com
Midwest Ski Otters Shows
When: 6 p.m. Sundays beginning June 7 through Aug. 23 - no show July 26 or Aug. 9. Season finale Sunday, Aug. 23, at 3 p.m.
Where: Goose Lake on Hoffman Road in White Bear Lake
Details: White Bear-based team of 120 amateur skiers from metro area
Contact: skiotter.com
Bald Eagle Waterski Club Shows
When: 7 p.m. Thursdays, mid-June through August
Where: Centerville Lake in Centerville
Details: Members of all ages perform waterskiing tricks. Club also performs at summer festivals throughout the state.
Contact: baldeaglewaterskishows. net
The Shoreview Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors.
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Arts in the Park, Forest Lake
When: 5-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June-August.
Where: Lakeside Park, 95 East Broadway Ave.
Details: Craft vendors, farmers market, food trucks and concert weekly.
Contact: 651-464-3550 or cityofforestlake.com
Concerts in the Commons
When: 7 p.m. Wednesdays, June-July (dates to be determined)
Where: Shoreview Commons, next to Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N.
Details: Open-air concerts with variety of music. Bring blanket or chair. Concessions. See website for lineup. Contact: shoreviewcommunitycenter. com
Vadnais Heights Ice Cream Social
When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 10
Where: Berwood Park, 780 Berwood Ave., Vadnais Heights
Details: Ice cream, activities for all ages, representatives from community organizations and live music.
Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com
Manitou Days
When: June 18 to July 4
Where: Events throughout White Bear Lake
Details: Three-week long, annual summer festival showcases the best of the White Bear Lake community. More than 60 events including parade, beach dance, community picnic, family fun night, antique boat show, fireworks and more.
Contact: manitoudays.com
Marketfest
When: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays June 18 through July 30
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Details: Family festival includes more than 150 retail and food vendors, live music, children’s activities, farmers market, classic car show.
Contact: marketfestwbl.com
Bayport Farmers Market
When: 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays, mid-June to mid-October
Details: The market offers a variety of vendors, music, themed days and food trucks.
Where: The Village Green, 498 3rd St. N., Bayport
Contact: bayportcommunityactionleague.com
The Grand Parade at Manitou Days will be at 6:30p.m. Friday, June 20 in White Bear Lake.
Classic & Vintage Boat Show returns to White Bear Lake for 19th year
Boat lovers will have plenty to explore at the 19th annual Classic & Vintage Boat Show.
The outdoor event, set for Saturday, June 20, offers free admission and showcases a wide range of boats. Attendees can vote for their favorite vessels in categories including sailboat, motorized/runabout, rowboat and a People’s Choice award, while also connecting with fellow boaters from across the region.
For many participants, the White Bear Lake Boat Show marks the unofficial start of boating season.
“It’s the first boat show of the season,” said Pete Johnson, winner of the “Rowboat” category in 2025, who has been bringing boats to the show for about a decade. “If you have a car, you go to car shows. If you have a boat, you bring it to the boat show. It’s just fun to talk to people.”
This year, Johnson plans to bring a 1926 Larson 14-foot runabout, a boat nearing its 100th birthday, offering visitors a rare glimpse into
early recreational boating history
Lisa and Kevin Westman, who have participated in multiple years of the vintage show, previously won in the “Sailboat” category for a restored 1955 two-man racing dinghy by Fairey Marine, a British-designed sailboat built using technology developed during World War II. Lisa Westman inherited the boat from her father around three years ago, and the couple just finished a two year restoration of the boat.
Kevin Westman said the show’s outdoor setting and its connection to White Bear Lake’s sailing history keep drawing him back.
“I learned how to sail on White Bear Lake,” he said. “It’s always fun coming back. It’s a nice show — all outside, and it’s a good show.”
Beyond the boats themselves, community groups will once again play a visible role at the event. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Division 11, plans to return after a successful appearance last year, where its patrol vessel Voyageur became a
popular attraction.
“I was completely overwhelmed by how well we were accepted,” said Jim McCarthy, a Division 11 member.
“So many people were enthused by meeting us. ‘They were like, Oh, well, I never knew you guys even existed, what do you guys do?’” He said.
The Auxiliary focuses on boating safety education, free vessel safety checks and public outreach, and McCarthy said events like the boat show are a valuable way to connect with boaters ahead of the busy summer season.
“We want people to know we’re there for them,” he said. “If they have questions about safety or inspections, we want them to walk away with answers.”
Boat owners interested in displaying their vessels can register for free at presspubs.com/ boatshow. The event will take place at the White Bear Shopping Center, 4391 Lake Avenue S., White Bear Lake.
Pictured above is a former recipient of The People’s Choice Award at the Classic & Vintage Boat Show in White Bear Lake.
Marketfest
Save the date. Marketfest will kick off on June 18 and run every Thursday through July 30.
Marketfest is a family-oriented festival to bring people to downtown White Bear Lake to promote the city’s businesses and enhance the sense of community.
Approximately 4,000 to 5,000 people attend each week.
There are two stages with live music and intermission acts each week. In 2025, 63 bands applied for a chance to perform during the festival; 14 bands and 14 intermission acts were selected. For 2026, 85 bands applied. Although the schedule is still in the works, Marketfest Director Laura Lewis shared that some of the
performers on the Gazebo stage will include Midnight Lounge Jazz Band, Dirty Shorts Brass Band, Salsa del Soul, Good News Big Band and Rare Form.
There are over 180 vendors onsite per week, featuring food trucks, arts & crafts, merchants & services and nonprofit organizations. In 2025, 258 vendors participated over the seven weeks, and 12 new food vendors participated.
Each week of Marketfest boats a different theme. Past themes have included — White Bear Lake history night, Avenue for the Arts, biz kids/biz seniors night, public safety night, AFSA Science and agriculture night and an
environmental resource expo. The themes for 2026 have yet to be announced.
Other highlights of the summer get-together include a kid’s activity zone, classic car show and fire engine tours.
Lewis says the event would not be possible without the support and generosity of many people and organizations to make it all work, including the city of White Bear Lake Public Works, police department, fire department, TRIAD, CERT, volunteers, Scouts, Marketfest board, staff and volunteers.
For more information about Marketfest, visit www. marketfestwbl.com.
More than 180 vendors participate in the annual Marketfest, which runs June 18 through July 30.
Vadnais Heights Music in the Park Series
When and Where: 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, at various Vadnais Heights parks
Details: Celebrate summer with outdoor concerts.
Contact: 651-204-6000, cityvadnaisheights.com
White Bear Lake Farmers Market
When: 8 a.m.-noon Fridays, June 26 through Oct. 30
Where: Clark Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Street
Details: Produce includes organic produce, natural meats and cheeses, honey, syrup, baked goods, plants and flowers.
Contact: 651-747-3650 or whitebearlakemn.gov
July
Kidz
Concerts in the Commons
When: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, July-August (dates to be determined)
Where: Shoreview Commons, next to Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N.
Details: Free outdoor concerts geared to kids. Bring blanket or chair. Concessions. See website for lineup.
Contact: shoreviewcommunitycenter.com
Fireworks on White Bear Lake
When: 10 p.m. Saturday, July 4
Details: Manitou Days celebration culminates with a fireworks display over White Bear Lake.
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Contact: manitoudays.com or explorewhitebear.org
Birchwood Annual Community Parade
When: 10 a.m., Saturday, July 4
Where: Begins at E. County Line and Wildwood Road
Contact: 651-426-3403 or cityofbirchwood.com
Fete des Lacs
When: July 14-19
Where: Centerville
Details: Week-long community festival includes music, parade, inflatables, kickball and cornhole tournaments, 5K and 8K walk/run, canoe/kayak race, fireworks.
Contact: centervillemn.com
Centerville Main Street Market
When: 5:30-730 p.m. Thursdays July 16-Aug. 26
Where: Centerville Road and Main St. near Centerville Elementary School
Details: Local artisans and food/ concessions
Contact: centervillemn.com
Anoka County Fair
When: July 21-26
Where: Anoka County Fairgrounds, 3200 Saint Francis Blvd., Anoka
Details: Motocross, bull riding, tractor pulls, demolition derby, live music, rides and games.
Contact: 763-427-4070 or anokacountyfair.com
Each year. Birchwood Village hosts a Fourth of July Parade.
Enjoy a ‘Slice’ of Shoreview in the summertime
Every summer, the city of Shoreview hosts its annual festival, the Slice of Shoreview—known to locals simply as “The Slice.” The festival began in 1990 and takes place in July at Island Lake Park located on Victoria Street.
Activities include a carnival, parade, classic car show, food vendors, live music, fireworks and so much more. One of the most notable events includes the TourDe-Trails, put on by the Shoreview Bikeways and Trails Committee. Participants are able to bike
various routes that showcase the city’s many trails. Another event popular among teenage festival goers is “water wars,” which includes “battle stations” with water balloon bucket launchers. Participating teams fire water balloons back and forth at each other.
Another classic Slice event is the Running of the Melons, sponsored by the Arden Hills/Shoreview Lions Club. All participants for the event must be at least 18 years old. The festival is run by the
Slice Volunteer Committee. The committee is led by longtime Board Chair Jacci Krebsbach. The group meets 11 months out of the year to plan the big event.
The Slice is free and relies on sponsors to keep it that way. The biggest fundraiser for the event is the Taste of Shoreview, which takes place sometime in April at the Shoreview Community Center. People can sample local foods and beverages including craft beers, wines and soda. People can also vote for their favorite local vendors.
This years Slice of Shoreview celebration is scheduled for July 24-26.
Slice of Shoreview Days
When: July 24-26
Where: Island Lake County Park, 3611 Victoria St. N, Shoreview
Details: Past events have included carnival, parade, classic car show, art and food vendors, petting zoo, live entertainment, fireworks, golf tournament.
Contact: 651-490-4750 or sliceofshoreview.com
White Bear Lake Area Relay for Life
When: 3 p.m. Friday, July 31
Where: White Bear Lake Area High, 5045 Division Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: Typically more than 100 teams and 1,500 participate in a run/walk and stay overnight to raise funds for the American Cancer Society and celebrate local cancer survivors.
Contact: relay.acsevents.org
August
Night to Unite
When and Where: Tuesday, Aug. 4 throughout local communities
Details: Evening intended to heighten crime prevention awareness and community partnerships. Residents hosting block parties may register for visits by local police and fire departments.
Vadnais Heights Days
When: Aug. 10-16
Where: Community Park and Vadnais Heights Commons, 641 and 655 E. County Road F. in Vadnais Heights
Details: Past events have included a medallion hunt, movie in
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the park, senior picnic, Lions pig roast, kiddie parade, children’s games and inflatables, bingo, car show, food and merchandise vendors, fireworks, live bands, Grande Parade, Booya, bean bag tournaments, softball tournaments, pickleball tournaments, family kickball tournament, a water ball tournament between local fire departments and more.
Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com
September
Scandia Taco Daze
When: Saturday, Sept. 12
Where: Scandia Community Center, 14727 209th St. N. and various locations in downtown Scandia.
Details: Annual community festival includes tacos, parade, dodgeball tourney, beer garden, arts and crafts, car and tractor show.
Contact: cityofscandia.com
Annual North Oaks Children’s Hospital Guild II Rummage Sale
When: Mid-September
Where: Shoreview Ice Arena, 877 Highway 96 W., Shoreview
Details: Has generated more than $2 million for the Children’s Hospital Association.
Contact: northoaksrummagesale.org
October
Scarecrow Trail - Vadnais Heights
When: Open during park hours, (Dates to be determined)
Where: Community Park, 641 East County Road F, Vadnais Heights
Details: Local businesses, organizations, and residents will install scarecrow creations along the trail at Community Park. Stop out any time to view the entries, then come back here to vote for your favorite! The trail is open to the public during park hours.
Contact: 651-204-6000, or cityvadnaisheights.com
The Vadnais Heights Press recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. This year’s parade is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 16.
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Scarecrow Trail – Lino Lakes
When: Oct. 23-30
Where: The Rookery, 7690 Village Drive, Lino Lakes
Details: Local businesses, organizations and residents will install scarecrow creations along the trail at The Rookery. Stop out any time to view the entries, then vote for your favorite! The trail is open to the public.
Contact: 651-982-2457 or linolakes.us
Punkinmania
When: Usually 2nd weekend in October
Where: Veterans Memorial Park (formerly Triangle Park), 93 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi
Details: Past event included pumpkins for sale, inflatables, petting zoo, games for kids, bake sale, and much more. Sponsored by the Wildwood Lions Club and Kramer-Berg American Legion Post 507.
Contact: wildwoodlionsclub.org
Scare in White Bear
When: 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Where: Memorial Beach, 4958 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: 5K and fun run on torchlit paved path along White Bear Lake. Strollers and dogs welcome. Prizes for best costume. Halloweenie roast.
Contact: 651-440-9625 or mmraces.com
November
Fast Before the Feast
When: 7-10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 26
Where: White Bear Lake County Park, 5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake
Details: 10K, 5K and .5 mile Turkey Dash
Contact: 651-440-9625 or mmraces.com
Small Business Saturday
When: Saturday, Nov. 28
Where: Businesses throughout the area
Details: Shop small and local-
ly-owned businesses for deals and specials the day after “Black Friday.”
December
White Bear Lake Winterfest
When: Usually the first three Saturdays in December
Where: Downtown White Bear Lake
Details: Horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa, shopping and dining specials. Bring a donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf.
Contact: downtownwhitebearlake. com
Attendees to White Bear Lake’s Winterfest can travel by carriage throughout downtown.
Unexpected eats: Weird, wonderful food finds nearby
You don’t need to drive far – or, in today’s world, scroll endlessly through social media pages – to stumble upon something surprising to eat. Across White Bear Lake and nearby communities, local kitchens are quietly serving dishes that stop diners
mid-bite, whether it’s a dessert disguised as a sandwich or a café creation with a comic-book name.
Here are some of the most unexpected – and worth-seeking-out – food finds in the area.
Young’s Korean BBQ - White Bear Lake
Tuna Tataki with a Korean Twist
Known for tabletop grills and classic Korean barbecue spreads, Young’s Korean BBQ surprises diners with its tuna tataki – lightly seared, sashimi-style tuna paired with strong sauces that lean more Korean than coastal.
It’s the kind of dish you don’t really expect to order in a barbecue spot – and that’s exactly why it works. Clean, delicate, and sharply plated, it’s a standout for diners looking to step just outside their comfort zone without going too far.
Churchill Street - Shoreview
Blood Orange French Toast (Seasonal dish)
Churchill Street has built a reputation for elevated comfort food, but occasionally the kitchen leans playful – like with its blood orange French toast, a seasonal brunch dish that swaps syrup-heavy sweetness for citrus brightness.
The result is visually striking: vibrant orange hues, balanced acidity, and a brunch plate that feels special without even trying too hard.
Punch Pizza - White Bear Lake
Chocolate Hazelnut Panini
Punch Pizza is synonymous with Neapolitan-style pies, which makes its chocolate hazelnut panini such a curveball. It’s pressed like a savory sandwich but filled with rich chocolate spread; it lands somewhere between dessert and guilty pleasure.
It’s a simple, indulgent, and often overlooked – the kind of dish in an order that turns a pizza night into something memorable.
Restaurants
MC’s Tap House -Lino Lakes
Pub Food with a Twist
MC’s Tap House leans classic at first glance, but its menu regularly sneaks in inventive combos that elevate standard pub fare. Whether it’s a loaded sandwich or a specialty burger, there’s often something on the board that makes diners pause before ordering – and then order it anyway.
Donatelli’s - White Bear Lake
The Heart Stopper Pizza
Donatelli’s doesn’t shy away from bold claims – and The Heart Stopper lives up to its name. Loaded with layers of meat, cheese, and rich toppings, this pizza is less a meal and more a challenge. It’s the kind of order that arrives at the table and immediately becomes everyone’s business.
Death by Chocolate and Peanut Butter
If the name doesn’t warn you, the first bite will. Death by Chocolate and Peanut Butter is a full-throttle dessert built for serious sweet tooths – rich chocolate, peanut butter layers, and zero restraint.
White Bear Meadery - Maplewood
Dragon’s Breath Mead
Mead alone is still a novelty for many drinkers – and White Bear Meadery leans fully into that unfamiliar territory. One of its most unexpected offerings is Dragon’s Breath, a capsicumel mead made with chipotle peppers and Minnesota basswood honey.
It is just one example of how expansive the Meadery’s menu is, which spans everything from coffee-infused meads and root beer–inspired blends to fruit-forward and non-alcoholic options – making the tasting room a destination for adventurous palates.
Battleground Café - White Bear Lake
The Green Goblin Sandwich
With a name like Green Goblin, expectations are high. Packed with bold green ingredients and layered flavors, it’s distinctive and unapologetically messy in the best way.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Looking for something fun to do?
The northeast metro area offers plenty of opportunities, all within an hour’s drive.
Art Centers
White Bear Center for the Arts
4971 Long Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org
ArtReach St. Croix
Historic Courthouse, 224 N. 4th St., Stillwater 651-439-1465 or artreachstcroix.org
The Phipps Center for the Arts
109 Locust St., Hudson, Wisconsin. 715-386-2305 or thephipps. org.
Art Markets (Seasonal)
Marketfest
Downtown White Bear Lake. Thursdays, June 18 – July 30. marketfestwbl.com
Arts in the Park
Lakeside Park, downtown Forest Lake. Tuesdays, June 16 -Aug. 25. cityofforestlake.com
Summer Tuesdays
Lowell Park, Downtown Stillwater. Tuesdays, July-August. summertuesdays.com.
Swimming Beaches
(See parks for other local beaches)
Bellaire Beach
2499 South Shore Blvd., White Bear Township
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes
7373 Main St., Lino Lakes. Swimming beach, playground, trails.
Chautauqua Park
75 ½ Quail St, Mahtomedi. Unsupervised sand beach.
Mahtomedi Beach
1045 Park Avenue, Mahtomedi.
Memorial Beach
4980 Lakeview Ave, White Bear
Lake swimming beach, playground.
Square Lake Park
15450 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater. Swimming beach, boat launch, fishing pier; clear water for scuba diving.
Turtle Lake County Park
4979 Hodgson Road, Shoreview. 200 ft. unguarded swimming beach, playground.
Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park
4191 Snail Lake Blvd., Shoreview. Swimming, volleyball, playground, more than five miles of paved trails.
White Bear County Park/ Ramsey County Beach
5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake. Beach, play area, picnic tables, boat launch.
Golden Lake Park
53 West Golden Lake Road, Circle Pines. Beach, boat launch, playground, sports courts.
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Bicycle Rentals/ Tours
Wahoo Adventures
Bicycle rentals and tours. 651280-7299 or mywahooadventures.com
Boat/Kayak/Paddle Board Rentals
Centermart Twin Lakes
Outdoor Stop
1801 Main St., Centerville. Fishing supplies. 651-426-3460.
Tally’s Dockside
4441 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake. Rent canoes, motorboats, pontoons, pedal kayaks and paddle boards on White Bear Lake. 651-429-2633 or cghooks. com. Open May-Sept.
Wahoo Adventures
Kayaking tours and lessons. 651-280-7299 or mywahooadventures.com
Your Boat Club
Locations on White Bear Lake (4424 Lake Ave S.), Forest Lake (97 NE 1st St.), and the St. Croix River (514 Alder St. E., Stillwater). Offers boating memberships at 10 locations throughout Minnesota. 612-208-1800 or yourboatclub.com
Bowling
Flaherty’s Arden Bowl
1273 W. County Road E, Arden Hills. 651-633-1777 or flahertysbowl.com
Breweries/ Distilleries
Big Wood Brewery
3429 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights. bigwoodbrewery.com
Lift Bridge Brewery
1900 Tower Drive W., Stillwater. 888-430-2337 (BEER) or liftbridgebrewery.com.
Community Centers
Rookery Activity Center
7690 Village Drive, Lino Lakes, 651-982-2468 or linolakes.us
Shoreview Community Center
4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview, 651-490-4700 or shoreviewcommunitycenter.com
Vadnais Heights Commons
655 East County Road F., Vadnais Heights, 651-204-6180, or vadnaisheightcommons.com
Disc Golf
Lakewood Hills Park
2110 Orchard Lane, White Bear Lake. 14-hole disc golf course that winds through the park and surrounding woods.
Laurie LaMotte Park
6970 LaMotte Dr, Centerville
Nine-hole beginner course with minimal obstacles. Includes a practice basket.
Lochness Park
11121 Lexington Ave, Blaine.
Farmers Markets (Seasonal)
Shoreview
Shoreview Community Center, lower-level parking lot and pavilion, 4580 Victoria St. N., 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays, shoreviewmn.gov
White Bear Lake
Clark Street, between 2nd and 4th Streets. 8 a.m.-noon Fridays June-October. 651-747-3655 or whitebearlakemn.gov
Residents in the north metro will find two options for disc golf, one at Lakewood Hills Park in White Bear Lake, and the other at Laurie LaMotte Park in Centerville.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Farms & Gardens
Autumnwood Farm
19435 Granada Ave. N., Forest Lake. Family farm and on-site micro-creamery that sells dairy products and offers tours of the farm. autumnwoodfarmmn.com
The Berry Patch
Pick your own raspberries and blueberries. 10456 192nd St. N, Forest Lake. 651-433-3448 or berrypatchmn.com
Hassu Lintu Emu Ranch
15554 Zodiac St., Forest Lake. 651464-7866
Pine Tree Apple Orchard
450 Apple Orchard Road in White Bear Lake. Pick your own straw-
berries, apples. 651-429-7202 or pinetreeappleorchard.com
Waldoch Farm
8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes. Pick your own produce. 651-780-1207 or waldochfarm.com
Golf
Courses
Public
Castlewood Golf Course
7060 Scandia Trail N., Forest Lake. 651-982-4707 or castlewood.golf
Chomonix Golf Course
700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes. 763324-3434 or chomonix.com
Gem Lake Hills Golf Course
4039 Scheuneman Road, Gem
Lake. 651-429-8715 or gemlakehillsgolf.com. Also offers Foot Golf.
Island Lake Golf & Training Center
1000 Red Fox Road, Shoreview. 651-787-0383 or islandlakegolf. com
Manitou Ridge Golf Club
3200 N. McKnight Road, White Bear Lake. 651-777-2987 or ramseycountymn.gov
Oneka Ridge Golf Course
5610 120th St. N., Hugo. 651-4292390 or onekaridgegc.com
Tanners Brook Golf Club
5810 N. 190th St., Forest Lake. 651-464-2300 or tannersbrook. com
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Private
Dellwood Country Club
29 Highway 96, Dellwood. 651426-3218 or dellwoodcountryclub.com
Forest Hills Golf Club
7530 210th St. N., Forest Lake. 651-464-3097 or foresthillsgc.com
North Oaks Country Club
54 East Oaks Road, North Oaks. 651-484-6311 or northoaksgolfclub.com
White Bear Yacht Club 56 Dellwood Ave., Dellwood. 651429-4567 or wbyc.com
Driving Ranges
Ironwood Golf Range
11480 Scandia Trail N., Scandia. 651-675-7356, or ironwoodgolfrange.com
Island Lake Golf & Training Center
1000 Red Fox Road, Shoreview. 651-787-0383 or islandlakegolf. com.
Shadow Ridge Driving Range
1297 Ash St., Lino Lakes. 651-4817003.
Historical Societies
Anoka County Historical Society
2135 3rd Ave N, Anoka. Museum with exhibits and tours. Including ghost tours. 763-421-0600 or anokacountyhistory.org. (Note: moving in spring 2027)
Gem Lake Hills Golf Course has two ninehole courses and recently added a Mini Gem putting course.
Forest Lake Area Historical Society
612-309-6382 or forestlakehistory. org
Hill Farm Historical Society
35 Hill Farm Circle, North Oaks. hillfarmhistoricalsociety.com
Ramsey County Historical Society
323 Landmark Center, 75 W 5th St., St. Paul, 651-222-0701 or rchs. com
Shoreview Historical Society
1170 Lepak Court, Shoreview. 651303-4667 or shoreviewhistoricalsociety.org
Washington County Historical Society
Housed in the Warden’s House Museum, 602 Main St. N, Stillwater. 651-439-2298 or wchsmn.org
White Bear Lake Area
Historical Society
2228 4th Street, White Bear Lake in the White Bear Lake Armory. 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory. org
Horse Rides / Lessons / Shows
Exclusive Equine Center
9610 140th St. N., Hugo. 651-9256207 or exclusiveequinecenter.net
Hardwood Creek Farm
2306 E. 80th St., Hugo. 651-3185526 or hardwoodcreek.com
Hors’n Around Stables
1565 E Holly Drive, Lino Lakes. 651-429-6748, horsnaroundstables.com
Rocking S Horse Company
1288 Main St., Lino Lakes. 651247-1380 or rockingshorsecompany.com
Woodloch Stable
5676 170th St. N., Hugo. 651-4291303 or woodlochstable.com
Horse Racing
Running Aces Harness Park
15201 Running Aces Blvd., Columbus. 651-925-4600 or runaces. com
Hunting Clubs/ Shooting Ranges
Wild Wings of Oneka
14814 Irish Ave, N., Hugo. Private hunt club offers sporting clays and hunting options. 651-439-4287 or wildwingsofoneka.com
Bald Eagle Sportsman’s Association
6557 N 125th St., Hugo. Rifle, pistol and shotgun practice areas. 651-247-5547 or besamn.com
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Ice Skating
Aldrich Arena
1850 White Bear Ave. N, Maplewood. 651-748-2510 or ramseycountymn.gov
Centennial Sports Arena
4810 103rd Lane NE, Circle Pines. 763-792-6090 or communityed. isd12.org
Forest Lake Sports Center
5530 206th St N., Forest Lake. 651-982-8160 or communityed. flaschools.org
Hippodrome Ice Arena
4857 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake. 651-653-2699 or communityservices.isd624.org
Hugo Elementary School
14895 Francesca Ave. N., Hugo. Outdoor rink with warming house in season. communityservices. isd624.org
Shoreview Arena
877 W. Highway 96, Shoreview. 651-766-4000 or ramseycountymn.gov.
TCO Sports Garden
1490 E. County Road E., Vadnais Heights. 651-481-1000 or ramseycountymn.gov
White Bear Ice Arena
2160 Orchard Lane , White Bear Lake. 651-748-2515 or ramseycountymn.gov
White Bear Lake Sports Center
1328 East Highway 96, White Bear Lake. 651-429-8571 or whitebearlakemn.gov
Indoor Playgrounds
Shoreview Community Center
4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. Also Tropics Indoor Water Park. 651-4904700 or shoreviewcommunitycenter. com
Zero Gravity
2292 Woodale Drive, Mounds View. Trampoline Park and Laser Tag. 763231-3033 or zerogravitymn.com.
Live Music
Admiral D’s
4424 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-846-9036 or admiraldswbl.com
The Dugout Bar
96 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi. 651-440-9128 or www.dugoutbarmn. com
Ingredient’s Cafe
4725 Highway 61 N., White Bear Lake. 651-426-6611 or ingredientscafe.com
Lakeshore Players
4941 Long Ave, White Bear Lake, 651-478-7427 lakeshoreplayers.org
Macaluso’s Road House
3857 Labore Road, Vadnais Heights. 651-429-1716 or macalusosroadhouse.com
Manitou Bar & Kitchen
2171 4th St., White Bear Lake. 651426-2300 manitougrill.com
Tally’s Dockside
4441 Lake Ave. S, White Bear Lake. Music by the Water, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings in the summer, 6-9 p.m., 651-429-2633 or cghooks.com
Washington Square Grill
4736 Washington Square, White Bear Lake. 651-407-7162 or washingtonsquareonline.net
Marinas
Tally’s Dockside
4441 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake. 651-429-2633 or cghooks.com
Timm’s Marina and Campground
9080 N. Jewel Lane, Forest Lake. 651-464-3890 or timmsmarina.com
Your Boat Club
Boat memberships on White Bear Lake, Forest Lake and the St. Croix River. 612-208-1800 or yourboatclub. com
Movie Theaters
Emagine White Bear
1180 County Road J, White Bear Township. 651-653-3243 or emagine-entertainment.com. Luxury seating and bar service.
AMC CLASSIC Mounds View 15
2430 County Hwy 10, Mounds View. 612-448-2857 or amctheatres.com
Museums
Fillebrown House
4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory. org
Cafesjian Art Trust Museum
400 Churchill St., Shoreview, 612359-8991 or cafesjianarttrust.org
White Bear Center for the Arts
4971 Long Ave, White Bear Lake, 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org
Bear Boating
Bear Boating of White Bear Lake is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) group offering boating or fishing excursions to seniors (60+), active duty military, veterans and people with disabilities.
Since 2015, Bear Boating has been providing weekday two-hour fishing or sightseeing excursions, on White Bear Lake from June through August. Thanks to donations from individuals and the community, the organization can offer trips free of charge.
In 2023, Bear Boating passed the 10,000-passenger threshold. In 2024, the organization offered four trips a day and hosted 1,751 passengers on 251 trips. In 2025, 21 captains and 103 mates completed 225 trips, taking out
1,819 passengers from 97 senior living facilities.
“It’s challenging to pinpoint a single ‘memorable trip’ because we have a diverse group of passengers, including those up to and over 100 years old,” said President Dave Ryan. “We take out life-long residents of the area who have never been on the lake, some of whom have never even set foot on a boat. It’s incredibly rewarding to be able to bring out guests who use large electric wheelchairs, as there aren’t many options for them to get on a boat.”
Ryan added that they have had two groups of Special Olympians who have been repeat riders. “They were incredibly inspiring to spend two hours with,” Ryan recalled.
Bear Boating has an additional 12 volunteers in non-crew support roles, bringing the total to 135 volunteers. There are no paid staff.
Bear Boating’s pontoon can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests and three crew members. They routinely accommodate wheelchairs, and you can find them operating near the city fishing pier on the north side of the VFW.
Ryan says the White Bear Lake Senior Center has been a valued partner for many years and assists the nonprofit in scheduling 28 trips this year for individuals and groups of less than six passengers. For more information on scheduling a trip, visit www. bearboating.org.
In 2025, 21 Bear Boating Captains and 103 mates completed 225 trips, taking out 1,819 passengers from 97 senior living facilities.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Musical Groups
Centennial Community Band
Community band with members from the Blaine, Lino Lakes, Lexington, Circle Pines and Centerville areas. Centennialcommunityband.org
Lake Country Chorus
Open to female singers of all ages who perform throughout the area. 651-323-7877 or lakecountrychorus.org
Shoreview Northern Lights
Variety Band
Community band. 651-470-5625 or snlvb.com
Vallee de Croix
Four-part a cappella chorus singing pop, country, gospel, patriotic and show tunes. 651-4361514 or valleedecroix.org.
There are several options for people of all ages and abilities to cross-country ski in the area.
Valley Chamber Chorale
Highly skilled amateur choir. 651-430-0124 or valleychamberchorale.org
Skiing, Cross-country
Irish Avenue Park, Tamarack Nature Center, Brown’s Creek Nature Preserve, Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park, Lake Elmo Park Reserve, Pine Point Park, Afton State Park, William O’Brien State Park, Gateway State Trail
Tennis / Pickleball / Raquetball
Arena Acres Park
519 Andall St., Lino Lakes. Playground, basketball, tennis.
Beltz Park
11th Avenue SE and South Shore Drive, Forest Lake
Berwood Park
780 Berwood Ave., Vadnais Heights.
Bloomquist Park
210 Birchwood Ave.,Birchwood
Bobby Theisen Park
3575 Vivian St., Shoreview. Also pickleball.
Bridgewood Park
4224-1/2 Bridgewood Terrace, Vadnais Heights. Also pickleball.
Columbia Park
1756 County Road 96 E, White Bear Township
Eagle Park
6955 Dupre Road, Centerville
Eagle Park
5485 Township Drive, White Bear Township
Four Seasons Park
5287 Hugo Road, White Bear Township
Kohler Meadows Park
365 County Road F, Vadnais Heights
Lions Volunteer Park
5524 N. Upper 146th St., Hugo
Longville Park
5300 Portland Ave., White Bear Township
McCullough Park
955 County Road I, Shoreview
Shamrock Park
5623 Snelling Ave., Shoreview
Shoreview Commons Park
4580 Victoria St. N, Shoreview.
Sitzer Park
4344 Hodgson Road, Shoreview
Val Jean Park
14271 Val Jean Blvd, Hugo
Wilson Park
815 County Road F, Shoreview
Westfield Park
520 Westfield Lane, Vadnais Heights
White Bear Lake Sports Center
1328 East Highway 96, White Bear Lake. 651-429-8571. A multi-sport complex operated by the city of White Bear Lake.
Arts, Culture & Recreation
Theatre (Live)
Children’s Performing Arts
Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-336-8613 or www. childrensperformingartsmn.org. Theatre education for children.
Lakeshore Players Theatre
Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake. 651-478-7427 or www. lakeshoreplayers.org. Community theatre offers performing arts productions and classes.
Masquers Theatre Company
Performances at Forest Lake Area High School, 6101 Scandia Trail N. 651-464-5823 or masquerstheatre.com
The Zephyr Theatre Professional theatre provid -
ing live performances, music, dance, education and artistic opportunities for all ages. Held in the old Zephyr Train Depot at 601 Main Street N., Stillwater. 763-258-9390 or stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org
Water Parks
Tropics Indoor Water Park
Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. 651-490-4700 or shoreviewcommunitycenter.com
Wineries
7 Vines Vineyard
101 Hwy 96 E, Dellwood. 651478-6300 or 7vinesvineyard.com
St. Croix Vineyards
6428 Manning Avenue N, Stillwater. 651-430-3310 or scvwines.com
White Bear Meadery
1320 County Road D Circle, Maplewood. 651-352-9552 or whitebearmeadery.com
Two Silo Winery and Vineyard
7040 117th St N., Grant. 651493-6763 or twosilowinery.com
YMCA
Forest Lake YMCA
19845 Forest Road N. Forest Lake. 651-259-2133 or ymcanorth.org
Shoreview YMCA
3760 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview. 651-483-2671 or ymcanorth. org
White Bear Area YMCA
2100 Orchard Lane, White Bear Lake. 651-777-8103 or ymcanorth.org
Live music outside of the historic Fillebrown House in White Bear Lake is always well attended.
Summer Camp Directory
A summer well spent: Day camps and youth programs return
As schools lets out and schedules open up, summer days camps and youth programs are stepping in. These camps and programs offer familiar engaging options to keep kids active, curious, make new friends and make the most of their summer break.
In Lino Lakes, The Rookery Activity Center offers youth summer day camps beginning in June. The camps run through August and provide kids time to enjoy small and large group games outside, arts and crafts as well as other weekly themed activities. The Rookery offers two different camps: Rookery Kids Camp and Mini Rookery Kids Camp. Kids who have completed Kindergarten by the first day of camp are encouraged to join the Rookery Kids Camp. Campers who are 4 years old can join the Mini Rookery Kids Camp. Parents can sigh their kid up for either camp through The Rookery website.
For residents in the White
Bear Lake area, the White Bear Lake Community Services and Recreation offers a variety of youth recreational activities ranging from day camps to sports camps. Students who participate in the extended day summer program have the opportunity to spend time indoors and outdoors participating in activity play, team building and literacy-based activities. Kids who attend the program also have the opportunity to take art, sciences and dramatic play classes to complement their daily schedule. The camp runs from June to August. Parents can enroll their child through the White Bear Lake Community Services and Recreation website.
Other summer programs and activities offered for White Bear Lake students includes the FLEX Summer Program, suitable for kids in Middle School, and various sports such as T-Ball, gymnastics, tennis and baseball.
In Shoreview, students can
participate in Summer Discovery. The program also runs from June to August and offers three different versions depending on your child’s age. Kids in the Summer Discovery Beginning program are just entering into kindergarten. They will enjoy swimming on Fridays in the waterparks at the Shoreview Community Center, weekly arts and crafts, science experiments and more. On Wednesdays, participants will also go on a field trip. Those in the Summer Discovery: Grades 1-6 will also participate in similar activities. Summer Discovery NextGen is suitable for kids ages 12-14. This program helps young leaders develop confidence, teamwork and communication skills through hands-on activities, group challenges and mentorship from Summer Discovery staff. Parents can sign their kids up for any of these programs through the Shoreview Parks and Recreation website.
A kite flyer attempts to harness the wind at a local park.
Parks & Nature
Nature Centers
Tamarack Nature Center:
Location: 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township
Description: 320-acre park preserve with picnic shelter, half-mile paved trail, more than 5 miles of woodchip paths, indoor exhibit area with restrooms. Building hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday- Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Contact: 651-266-0360 or ramseycountymn.gov
Joseph E. Wargo Nature Center:
Location: 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Description: Trails, gardens and a visitors’ center with restrooms. Exhibits, summer camps and other youth activities, as well as senior programs and other special events. Home to native plant and animal life including muskrats, red foxes, grey and red squirrels, woodchucks, weasels, deer and birds. Part of 5,500-acre Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve. Rents snowshoes and kicksleds. Regular hours: Monday –Friday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Extended hours Memorial Day through MEA weekend, daily 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com/wargo-nature-center.
County & Regional Parks
Bald Eagle-Otter Lake Regional Park
Location: 5800 Hugo Road, White Bear Township - Bald Eagle Section or 5750 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township – Otter Lake Section
Description: 885 acres including Bald Eagle Lake, Otter Lake and Tamarack Nature Center. Hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing (rentals available), boating,
picnicking (one shelter), offleash dog area, and activities at Tamarack Nature Center. Dog park is located at 5793 Otter Lake Road (nearest intersection is Otter Lake Road and Meadowview Drive).
According to the DNR, Bald Eagle is the most popular muskie lake in the east metro area.
Contact: 651-266-0300 or ramseycountymn.gov
Island Lake County Park
Location: 3611 Victoria St. N, Shoreview
Description: 22-acre picnic area on the east side of the lake, 41-acre golf course and teaching center on the northwest side of the lake and a 30-acre natural area on the southwest side of the lake. Swimming beach, picnic area, shelters, ballfield, two sand volleyball courts, boat launch, fishing pier and trails, playground, shoreline fishing.
Contact: 651-266-0300 or ramseycountymn.gov
Lake Owasso County Park
Location: 370 North Owasso Blvd., Shoreview
Description: 430-acre park, primarily composed of wetlands. Playground, swimming beach, boat launch, picnic tables, shelters, playground. Small wooded “islands” intersperse the large wetland area. The eastern half of the park consists of agricultural fields, woods and evergreen plantations. Hiking trails with wildlife observation areas have been proposed. The park is currently closed for construction with plans of being open for the summer season.
Contact: 651-266-0300 or ramseycountymn.gov
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve
Location: 7373 Main Street, Lino Lakes
Description: This 5,500-acre
regional park contains some of the most significant wildlife habitat in the metropolitan area. Includes Chomonix Golf Course, Wargo Nature Center, Rice Creek campground, Centennial Lake Beach; also picnic areas, boat launch, paved biking trails, hiking trails, canoe and boat launches, playgrounds and cross-country ski trails. Note: A fishing pier is located on Peltier Lake east of the entrance to Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve.
Contact: 763-324-3300 or anokacountyparks.com
Turtle Lake County Park
Location: 4979 Hodgson Road, Shoreview
Description: 11-acre park moderately to heavily wooded. The park is narrow and positioned between residential properties. Boat launch, 200-foot swimming beach (unguarded), play area, two small picnic shelters and a game field area. Contact: 651-266-0300 or ramseycountymn.gov
Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park
Location: 4191 Snail Lake Blvd, Shoreview – Snail Lake section. 4500 Rice St., Vadnais Heights –Sucker Lake section.
Description: Playground, shoreline fishing, biking and walking trails. Contact: 651-266-0300 or ramseycountymn.gov
White Bear Lake County Park
Location: 5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake
Description: 900 feet of shoreline on 2,400-acre White Bear Lake with boat launch, fishing, playground, swimming beach, picnic area.
Contact: 651-266-0300 ramseycountymn.gov
Parks & Nature - Regional Trails
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- REGIONAL TRAILS
- MUNICIPAL TRAIL
- PROPOSED REGIONAL TRAILS
- TRANSIT HUB
- NORTHSTAR RAIL STATION
- PARK-AND-RIDE LOT
MISSISSIPPIRIVERREGIONALTRAIL
- PARK-AND-RIDE LOT (W/ BIKE LOCKERS)
- TUNNEL / UNDERPASS
- BIKE FIT IT STATIONS
- INTERSTATE HIGHWAY
- US HIGHWAY
- STATE HIGHWAY
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- COUNTY ROAD
- RAILROAD
- MUNICIPALITIES
- COUNTY AND REGIONAL PARKS
- CONSERVATION AREAS
- STATE SCIENTIFIC AND NATURAL AREAS
- STATE WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
- LAKES AND RIVERS
Coon Rapids Dam
Parks & Nature - Regional Trails
Rice Creek Regional Trails
LINO LAKES
Lake Links Regional Trail
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Parks & Nature - City Parks
Birchwood Village
Birchwood Parade
HallAve
WildwoodAve
BirchwoodAve
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Centerville
Hidden Spring Park
Main St
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Circle Pines
The city of Circle Pines recently celebrated its 75th anniversary with a variety of events, including a petting zoo at
Center Park.
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Hugo
Lions Volunteer Park is home to the annual Good Neighbor Day celebration and features an all abilities playground.
61 Frenchman Rd.
Parks & Nature - City Parks Lexington
Lexington Memorial Park is the city’s premier park located on approximately 19.6 acres complete with 5 ball fields.
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Lino Lakes
35W
The Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve
Single Track Trails consist of two separate trail loops. These trails are entry level (beginner)and are suitable for most riders. Both trails are one-way continuous loops that have a single entry/exit point connecting them to an existing paved trail.
Main St.
Main St.
Lake Dr.
Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Streetcar Park is an ideal destination for walkers, runners, and bikers.
Mahtomedi
Streetcar Park
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Shoreview
Lake Judy Park
Bucher Park
Ponds Park
McCollough Park
Shoreview
Commons Park
Sitzer Park
Rice Creek Fields
Shamrock Park
Wilson Park
Bobby Theisen Park features a basketball court, pickleball courts, skating and hockey rinks, warming house, soccer fields, tennis courts, walking paths and more.
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Bobby Theisen Park
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Vadnais Heights
Although Community Park is a popular destination all year round, the park sees an influx of activity in the fall for the Scarecrow Trail.
Lily Pond Park
Parks & Nature - City Parks
White Bear Lake
Beach
Parks & Nature - City Parks
White Bear Township
Polar Lakes Park is home to the Township Day Celebration in September.
Parks & Nature - City Parks
Willernie
Willernie Park is located at 463 Stillwater Road.
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