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    French Regional Park

    117 Reviews
    #1 of 14 things to do in Plymouth
    Nature & Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas
    Open Now: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    12605 Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN 55441-1248
    Open today: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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    “Great Park with Ammenities”

    We stopped here with the kids to go sledding on the sledding hill. They had a great time. The... read more

    Reviewed 4 days ago
    woodinjw
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    Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
    “Urban oasis”

    Wonderful park, very near downtown Minneapolis. Pretty lake wit( large homes along shoreline. Lake... read more

    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    zillakilla
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    Plymouth, Minnesota
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    Reviewed 4 days ago
    Great Park with Ammenities

    We stopped here with the kids to go sledding on the sledding hill. They had a great time. The hill is nice and steep, but has a burn at the end so no one slides into the road. There is also a nice boat access...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank woodinjw
    Reviewed November 6, 2018
    Urban oasis

    Wonderful park, very near downtown Minneapolis. Pretty lake wit( large homes along shoreline. Lake is clean and maintained.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank zillakilla
    Reviewed November 6, 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful park setting in metro area

    Went to take family fall pictures. Several other families too but several great locations within the park for great back drop.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank servs7
    Reviewed November 3, 2018
    Walking, playing, water fun...all at French Park

    French park has grown over the years and added nice amenities. In one part of the park there is a large play area with a building close by that has snacks and bathrooms as well as a small picnic area. In another area, there is...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank Diana H
    Reviewed November 2, 2018
    What a park should be

    Lake, beach, huge jungle gym, rolling hills and ones for sliding, large nature paths, picnic tables, scenic views. Lights for night time skiing. Clean bathroom area, bike path....its what a park should be.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank AugustWinters
    Reviewed September 30, 2018 via mobile
    Great children’s park

    HUGE park for the kids to rope climb, swing, slide and play on park equipment. Also great walking trails !

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank rosanne03
    Reviewed September 21, 2018 via mobile
    Fantastic playground!

    The large playground consists of lots of ropes, slides, and climbing opportunities to keep lots of kids busy and entertained for hours! There are sections better suited for the very young and some areas that even Mom and Dad enjoyed climbing up! Some areas are...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank SaZoCa
    Reviewed August 6, 2018 via mobile
    Walk

    Beautiful park, very clean and well maintained. Nice shaded areas near the lake. Bike trails are great too!

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank linda A
    Reviewed July 31, 2018 via mobile
    Walking

    New park alert I found out about it’s week have been twice and luv it very clean not to crowded and the a good walk I will be back and plan to take my grand to the water park when it’s complete

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank QueenieRoss75
    Reviewed June 19, 2018
    Beautiful and Family Friendly

    Lots of trails, lots of play equipment, lots of eating areas, many areas for large groups and beautiful water and landscape. We have lived near French Regional Park area since before it was a Park and feel so Blessed to have it so close!

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank 62renee2015
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    RolandR1149
    June 12, 2018|
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    Response from hemar2017 | Reviewed this property |
    Isn't this an inappropriate question to a trip advisor reviewer? Please check with the French Regional Park by calling them.
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    sandyaz2wi
    May 24, 2018|
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    Response from hemar2017 | Reviewed this property |
    Yes for dog walks. There are plenty of trails to walk. I'm not sure of the beach like area there. I've seen people strolling with dogs and its litter bags near the bridge which leads to the beach area. Please check out... More
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    Moren M
    October 20, 2017|
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    Response from MrsElicia | Reviewed this property |
    No. The park and parking (with shuttle service to beach) is free. You do pay for any rental water activities like canoeing, paddleboating, kayaking, etc... But it is fairly inexpensive. They also have a small concession... More
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