Parks & Trails
State parks, city parks, paved trails, and playgrounds — Alexandria has green space covered year-round.
Whether you’re hiking through Lake Carlos State Park, biking the Central Lakes Trail, or just letting the kids loose at a city playground, Alexandria’s parks and trails system punches way above its weight for a town this size.
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Central Lakes Trail
55 miles of paved trail connecting Alexandria to Fergus Falls — biking, walking, and inline skating.
Learn more →City Parks
Noonan Park, Wildcat Cove, Runestone Park, and more green spaces across town.
Learn more →Dog Parks
Off-leash areas and dog-friendly parks in the Alexandria area.
Learn more →Lake Carlos State Park
Minnesota's gem — hiking, camping, swimming, and miles of trails on Lake Carlos.
Learn more →Lake Wobegon Trail
A paved trail with small-town charm running from Alexandria toward St. Joseph.
Learn more →Pickleball & Tennis
Public courts around Alexandria for pickleball and tennis.
Learn more →Playgrounds & Splash Pads
The best playgrounds and water play spots for kids in the Alexandria area.
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