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North Loop Playground

📍 Central Minneapolis, MN

★4.6(251 Google reviews)

North Loop Playground sits along West River Parkway in Minneapolis, offering a playground alongside scenic Mississippi River views. Rated 4.6 across 251 reviews, it draws families for both the play structures and the surrounding riverfront park.

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★★★★★Featured review by Gregg Traylor

Great local park l, it was clean a lot ma of kids! My daughter had a blast here! And the view of the river is beautiful

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families who want a playground within a larger outdoor experience. The riverfront setting extends the outing well beyond the play structures themselves. Works across ages — younger children on the equipment, older kids and adults on the river paths. A strong choice on sunny Minneapolis days.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Combine the playground visit with a walk along the West River Parkway trail for a fuller outing
⏰The park gets busy on warm weekend afternoons — weekday morning visits offer more breathing room
đŸŽŸī¸Parking along West River Pkwy fills quickly in summer; arrive early or use the nearby North Loop neighborhood streets

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
★★★★★

251 Google reviews

Playground quality40%
River views and setting35%
Clean and well-maintained25%
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Gregg Traylor

★★★★★

“Great local park l, it was clean a lot ma of kids! My daughter had a blast here! And the view of the river is beautiful”

D

Dana

★★★★★

“Great spot and for much more than the playground”

Reviews from Google

Overview

North Loop Playground on West River Pkwy combines a well-maintained play area with one of Minneapolis's most scenic public settings along the Mississippi River. Reviewers note it is clean, busy with children, and serves as a broader park destination beyond just the playground structures. The riverfront location provides a natural backdrop for extended outdoor time — walking paths and green space surround the site.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday00:00 – 23:59
Thursday00:00 – 23:59
Friday00:00 – 23:59
Saturday00:00 – 23:59
Sunday00:00 – 23:59

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