


Small but varied reserve with marsh boardwalks, ponds, prairies and a visitor center—good for waterfowl, songbirds, dragonflies and reflective waterscapes. Best at golden hour and during spring migration or fall color. Trails are a mix of mown paths and boardwalks; some paved sections are wheelchair-accessible. Parking at the visitor center; check Elm Creek Park Reserve/Hennepin County for vehicle permit or seasonal closures. Weekday mornings are quieter.



Small but varied reserve with marsh boardwalks, ponds, prairies and a visitor center—good for waterfowl, songbirds, dragonflies and reflective waterscapes. Best at golden hour and during spring migration or fall color. Trails are a mix of mown paths and boardwalks; some paved sections are wheelchair-accessible. Parking at the visitor center; check Elm Creek Park Reserve/Hennepin County for vehicle permit or seasonal closures. Weekday mornings are quieter.