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City park built around a historic old mill, featuring interpretive signs, walking & biking paths.
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It was cool to see an old bridge renovated for pedestrian use. Also to see the old Mills, the spillway and buildings around the park!!
Fun park to explore, love when cities repurpose old buildings/infrastructure into a park or something else. In this case it's a old industrial neighborhood of Minneapolis that was a bunch of Mills/Factories along the river.
Very cute! Maybe not the easiest to navigate or learn because of graffiti covering some of the signs, but a pleasant place to exist and a good quick stop to explore!
Mills Ruins Park in Minnesota is a captivating blend of history and natural beauty. As you wander through the park, the remnants of the once-thriving milling industry stand as silent witnesses to the past, creating a unique and intriguing atmosphere. The juxtaposition of weathered ruins against the backdrop of lush greenery and the rushing waters of the Mississippi River is truly mesmerizing. It’s a serene escape within the heart of the city, inviting visitors to explore its paths, reflect on the passage of time, and marvel at the harmonious coexistence of urban and natural elements. A must-visit destination that encapsulates both the resilience of human endeavor and the soothing embrace of nature.
I noticed an ice cream truck, and the Park Ranger booth outside the walkway to the Lock. I'm sure there are rest rooms, just not obvious to me. Walkable path over the bridge; nice skyline to photograph.
It's a great place by the Mississippi river to walk and enjoy the view. During Aquatennial, it was the perfect place to watch the fireworks shooting from the Stone Arch Bridge. There were lots of folks there during that time but everyone was having a great time.
Always a must stop at place when my family comes to town. Beautiful views over the Mississippi and of the last lock on the Mississippi (closed), easy parking what more can you ask for.
