Brooklyn Park Rver Park

Brooklyn Park offers a concrete boat ramp providing direct access to the Mississippi River in Hennepin County, Minnesota. Located at 83 Avenue North (10360 West River Road), this facility is situated in Pool 1 of the Upper Mississippi River between Minneapolis and St. Paul. The ramp serves kayakers, canoeists, and larger motorboats looking to launch into this major waterway. Nearby park amenities include picnic areas, grills, shelters, a fishing pier, and the Carl W. Kroening Nature Center, making it a good base for a full day on or near the water.

Paddlers should be aware that the Mississippi River at this location is a major, powerful waterway with an average flow of approximately 685,000 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 11 feet per second. The river here represents the upper portion of the Nine Foot Navigation Project and includes significant commercial barge traffic. Conditions can be challenging for smaller craft, and current awareness is essential. The St. Anthony Falls Pool to the north represents the head of navigation, so understand your intended route before launching.

For specific information about parking, fees, hours of operation, and current river conditions, contact the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board or visit the nearby Mississippi Gateway Regional Park office.