St. Croix's Sanctuary Park — photo spot in 5734 Lily Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042, USA


St. Croix's Sanctuary Park
Score4.3Small public riverside preserve on the St. Croix with wooded bluffs, marshy backwaters and winding trails — strong for intimate landscapes, waterscapes and seasonal wildlife (waterfowl, migratory songbirds). Best at golden hour or overcast for even light. Easy roadside parking on Lily Ave N, no fee; trails are mostly flat but can be muddy. Visit spring and fall for migration colors; winter offers stark compositions and ice patterns.


St. Croix's Sanctuary Park
Score4.3Small public riverside preserve on the St. Croix with wooded bluffs, marshy backwaters and winding trails — strong for intimate landscapes, waterscapes and seasonal wildlife (waterfowl, migratory songbirds). Best at golden hour or overcast for even light. Easy roadside parking on Lily Ave N, no fee; trails are mostly flat but can be muddy. Visit spring and fall for migration colors; winter offers stark compositions and ice patterns.

