Directions
900 Mound Ave, Mankato, MN 56001
Phone
Run by
City of Mankato
Date Established
Date Established
1887
Size
100 acres
Cost
No admission charge
Peak Season
Summer
Region
Southern
Garden Type
Historic Garden
Extras
- Free parking
- Picnicking within park
- Free zoo within park
Comments
This is Mankato’s largest park, established in 1887. It is separated from the river by a wooded bluff. On this bluff in an oak grove with a grass and wildflower restoration project with labeled plants. In the main park, there are various planting areas within an extensive lawn. There are water features (a tiered stone fountain and waterfall with pond) and lots of pavilions and gazebos. The rose garden is not labeled, but other plantings are labeled and feature some unusual plants and interesting plant combinations.
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