Theodore Wirth Regional Park

1339 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Golden Valley, MN 55422, USA

Address:	1339 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Golden Valley, MN 55422, USA
Phone:	+1 612-230-6469
Site:	minneapolisparks.org
Rating:	4.7
Working:	6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM 6AM–10PM

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Reuben L Correa

Eloise Butler garden is one of the many green spaces at Theodore Wirth park. The garden path descends very steeply into a small hidden valley. Its a very peaceful well maintained educational space. The docents, museum, and information booth are located in a rustic cabin midway down the path. Be prepared with sturdy walking shoes and walking stick if you need one climb back up to the parking lot is arduous. The garden is dotted with strategically placed benches for rest in and observing. Bug spray is not a bad idea and a camera is a must. The garden contains flora collected from all parts of Minnesota, so once you been here you dont really need to travel out of the cities to see the rest of MN.... just kidding!

Robin Heil

This, in my opinion, is Minneapoliss gem. There are so many things to do, even after going here my whole life, I still find new things to discover. The park is huge, and there are so many places to explore. Heres a short list of places and things to do: Quaking Bog: lovely forested nature trails, and a unique ecosystem with walkways that float on a bed of moss. Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden: More curated, less wild nature area. All the plants are labeled. Theres a staffed interpretive center. Great place to teach kids about nature. Mountain bike trails: A new addition. These trails are fun, twisty, and hilly. They range in difficulty from mild to extreme. Wirth Lake, for swimming.

Aaron N

This is truly a great park to visit. Centrally located in the Minneapolis area, it offers a good number of miles worth of trails. Catering to both the paved and natural wooded trail runners and walkers you can make your way through flat, hilly, heavily wooded and pond areas. Also has nice places to picnic. I wish there were more trail signs as you can get turned around if you dont have a GPS map going. Otherwise, take a picture at the entrance trail maps for reference.

Wilburn Mccourt

Oh how fresh the ocean breeze is. I was raised with the beach in my backyard and it was the first time I had the opportunity to see the Pacific as it was my first time visiting the West Coast. I was coming from the Golden Gate Bridge on a bike and stopped by the beach to take in the gorgeous view. Here you will see people enjoying their dinner, running, walking, reading, parked in their cars, and more all enjoying the view. It is definitely a peaceful site to see.

Audrey Sheffield

Hiking, biking, skiing in winter, picnics, playgrounds, swimming, Theodore Wirth has it all. Hiking maps are practically non-existent, so pay attention to where you are. Mountain biking trails are either intermediate or advanced, no beginner trails other than paved trails along the Luce Line. Public restrooms at Wirth Beach House during the summer, otherwise portable outhouse at Wirth Beach. Playground and picnic areas at Wirth Beach.

ed neal

Great for everything from biking to hiking to skiing in the winter there is a bird sanctuary nearby . and a lake to swim in .beautiful park and it is connects to the lake of the Isles chain down to Lake Harriet . You could paddleboard all the way down. And at Glenwood Avenue and theater worth Parkway there is a Biff handicap ADA for anyone then has to use the restroom all year round

Kevin Carter

The park is very clean and there are a lot of places to BBQ. Picnic benches are plentiful and spread out so groups are in public yet have enough space for everyone to enjoy the park. There is also swimming available with lifeguards on duty in Glenwood Lake. Bathroom facilities are usually clean and parking is easy.

naveen rawat

Wonderful spot for all sort of winter activities. Beautiful place to view fall color right near downtown minneapolis. Nice trails as well for biking as well as hiking. All in all it has something for you for the whole year to visit.. which being in minnesota is a big thing !!

Graham Fischer

Great park in the middle of the city with mountain bike trails, disc golf and a full 18-hole and par-3 golf courses. There are better parks out there but nothing beats the location of Theo, right in the heart of the city and off of a number of different bike trails.

Nick Kremer

This place is a gem in the heart of the Twin Cities. It is great for a stroll or a ride. My kids loved everything there, from finding paw prints (albeit, probably a dog) to jumping up and down on the sloshy floating walkways through the bog.

Nicholas Heid

Spend your day here doing anything under the sun. Mountain biking (south of chalet), road biking (everywhere!), golfing, archery, hiking, swimming, smelling the flowers (Eloise Butler garden), and endless winter fun, too.

James Rudi

I love this park I went fishing there for the first time with my daughter I took my daughter there fishing for her first time its a nice park good place to go jogging or just taking a long walk or a bike ride

Mindy Fine

I love the parks and recreation offered at Theodore Wirth. My kids have been a part of programming through Adventure Camps as well as just enjoying walking, biking, snow-tubing, and other wonderful activities!

Christa L

This wildlife corridor runs along the western edge of Minneapolis, including small lakes, a creek, and the oldest wildflower garden in the US. Amenities include a chalet open year round for snacks and #7 bus.

Jens Holmboe

The front nine are great with an old world feel. The back nine is like walking up a ski slope. If it werent for the amazing view of downtown I would say only play nine, but the walk is worth it.

Mathew

Four nice volleyball courts but youll need to bring your own lines. Lake is OK but the swimming area doesnt get very deep and is a weedy in parts. Also has a solid playground for the kids.

Raina

Nice singletrack friendly to trail running. Park at the volleyball courts at the beach at Lake Wirth and plan on jumping in the lake to cool off when youre done! Lots of mountain bikers.

Daniel Hunt

Beautiful biking trails, sandy beach, volleyball courts (bring your own lines), cross country skiing, golf course, and much more! Certainly my favorite park in West/North Minneapolis!

Jackie LaVaque

One of my favorite places to bike! The Theo Wirth trails link to the Luce Line and Cedar Lake trails for a very nice, scenic ride. Also lots of good x-country skiing in the winter.

Bobby Cerza

Fantastic park, beautiful scenery, and fantastic trails! It is very well maintained and the trails are always very clean. Would definitely recommend as a nice calm spot to hangout.

Sam Steffl

I live in Robbinsdale and my girlfriend and I love to bike ride, lucky for us Theodore Wirth is right down the road and this is one of the best places to go biking in the summer!

Pete J.

Good destination for some quick trail biking. A good mix of climbing, with some berms, jumps and other features. Good view of downtown from the top of the Glenwood section!

TJ McMullen III

A great park close to Minneapolis. Offering some excellent trail running, mountain biking, bird watching, dog walking, and a whole lot of nature close to the city.

Nathan Peabody

Interesting park that seems to have numerous micro ecologies. It is long enough that if you go to different sections you feel like you are in a different park.

Reed Merrill

It made a nice walk, and there are lots of cool ammenitites. The actual nature preserve areas dont seem very well preserved, as far a being purely wild.

Jake Oberg

I love yes walking and yes with egg and many yes with and about four times no with beautiful egg. No need for no egg, for always an egg ! Thumbs up!