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Coon Rapids is a suburban city of about 63,000 people in Anoka County, Minnesota, on the east bank of the Mississippi River about 15 miles north of Minneapolis. It grew from farmland into one of the larger Twin Cities suburbs after World War II and is named for the rapids on Coon Creek, which flows through the city to the river.
The Coon Rapids Dam, built in 1913 for hydropower, spans the Mississippi and is the centerpiece of Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, where a walkway on the dam crosses the river and trails follow the shore. On the north side of the city, Bunker Hills Regional Park has wooded trails, horseback riding, a golf course and the popular Bunker Beach Water Park.
The Coon Creek and Mississippi River trails connect neighborhoods for biking, and the Riverdale area along Highway 10 is the main shopping district. Downtown Minneapolis, the historic river town of Anoka and the lakes of the northern suburbs are all within a short drive.
A regional park built around the 1913 Coon Rapids Dam on the Mississippi River. A paved walkway runs across the top of the dam, linking trails on both banks, and the river below is good for fishing and spotting eagles and pelicans. There are picnic areas, a playground and parking on both sides of the river.
A large Anoka County park on the north side of Coon Rapids with miles of paved and natural trails through oak savanna, a riding stable, an archery range, a campground and picnic areas. In winter it has cross-country ski trails. A daily or annual vehicle permit is needed for parking.
An outdoor water park inside Bunker Hills Regional Park with a large wave pool, water slides, a lazy river, a kids play area and a sandy beach. It is open from early June to late August. Arrive at opening on hot days, bring sunscreen and expect long lines for slides in the afternoon.
A public golf course in Bunker Hills Regional Park with 27 holes on rolling, wooded terrain plus a nine-hole executive course and a practice range. It is a popular public course for local leagues and visitors. Book tee times online in summer, especially on weekends, and allow extra time for the walk.
A paved trail that follows Coon Creek through wooded corridors and neighborhoods of Coon Rapids, linking parks and reaching the Mississippi River near the dam. It is easy and mostly flat, popular for biking, walking and inline skating. Combine it with the river trail for a longer loop.
The main retail district of Coon Rapids, spread along Highway 10 and Riverdale Drive, with big-box stores, an outdoor shopping center, restaurants and a cinema nearby. It is handy for supplies and a meal before or after a day at the parks, and the Northstar rail station is close by.
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