The city of Burnsville, Minnesota is home to a wide range of parkland. Burnsville maintains 1,800 acres of parkland spread throughout 79 different parks, providing residents with numerous options for outdoor, recreational activities. Over half of Burnsville parkland remains undeveloped and is preserved as natural habitat, including much of Burnsville’s north border which is part of the Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge. Some of the most notable parks include: Crystal Lake Park: One of the most popular destinations for outdoor activity, Crystal Lake Park is a popular destination. In the summer months, the lake is a hub for the recreational activities of sand volleyball, fishing, boating, and swimming on the extensive waterfront. The park also …show more content…
In the winter months, residents enjoy the extensive cross country ski trails throughout the parkland. During the warmer part of the year, Alimagnet soccer, baseball, football, and softball fields are all in high use. Other amenities offered include nature trails, a picnic shelter, play equipment, a horseshoe court, and canoe rental. The main attraction at Alimagnet, however, is the award-winning Dog Park. The park is off-leash with a mulch walking path, picnic tables, and pond. The spacious Alimagnet Park is the perfect destination for outdoor recreational activity all throughout the year. Neil Park: Known for its year-round recreational amenities is Burnsville’s Neil Park. Residents enjoy using the soccer, football, baseball, and softball fields located in the open park. Other amenities offered in Neil Park are basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and tennis ball courts. In winter months, residents enjoy spending time on Neil’s inline and outdoor skating rinks and using the park’s warming house. A recreational building is also located in the park. For those looking to enjoy recreational options in a the beautiful outdoors, Neil Park is the perfect