Here's What to Expect in Minneapolis Parks When Snow Arrives
Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 4:43PMVia a November 26 e-announcement from the Minneapolis Park and Rec Board:
After each snowfall of at least two inches (accumulated), MPRB maintenance crews
clear snow from about 107 acres of parking lots, 140 miles of sidewalks, paths and regional trails; and (in season) ice rinks at 24 locations.
Locations are prioritized as follows:
- Parking lots
- Trails in regional parks and regional trails
- Perimeter sidewalks - all parks
- Interior pathways - all parks
Note: Parkways are cleared of snow by the City of Minneapolis.
The City's snow emergency webpage has parking rules, routes for city streets and parkways and other info.
MPRB's parkway webpage has additional information on parkway maintenance.
MPRB makes every effort to have snow removed throughout the park system within 24 hours after the snowfall ends. Delays may occur due to blizzard or other severe weather conditions. Thanks for your patience and understanding in these circumstances. Get more information on winter maintenance in Minneapolis parks.
Report a snow-removal issue: If it's been more than 24 hours since a snowfall ended and an area needs attention, please email maintenance@minneapolisparks.org or call MPRB Customer Service: 612-230-6400, from 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday–Friday.
Recreation centers and programs
- Recreation center hours are noon to 9 pm on Wednesday, November 27 and Friday, November 29 (school-release day hours, as Minneapolis Public Schools are not in session).
- Athletics, recreation and Rec Plus programs: Cancellations are not likely, but if they occur, registered program participants will be notified. Families enrolled in MPRB's Rec Plus school-age childcare program can check the MPRB website or WCCO /CBS Minnesota for information.
Safety Tips
- Use caution and take your time when walking, biking or driving in parks and on parkways.
- Yield to pedestrians on shared-use trails in winter.
Get up-to-date information from the National Weather Service Hazardous Weather Outlook report.
