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PARKS and

RECREATION

Lakeville is well-known for its year-round scenic beauty and abundance of parks and recreational activities for all ages .
Contributing to its reputation , Lakeville has over 60 parks and athletic fields totaling nearly 1,100 acres . Nature areas , lakes , swimming beaches , boat launches , playground equipment galore , tennis courts , indoor and outdoor skating rinks , picnic areas , and sand volleyball courts adorn the area .
Nature enthusiasts will enjoy :
• more than 100 miles of paved trail for hiking , biking , or rollerblading .
• beautiful lakes from your boat , canoe , or kayak .
• fishing from piers or other designated areas .
• close proximity to five award winning area golf courses .
Residents continue to enjoy the great outdoors throughout the winter season on groomed cross-country ski and snowmobile trails . Ice fishing abounds on our lakes , and recreational or hockey skaters can enjoy outdoor rinks throughout the city .
Through both school and community programs , sports include baseball , basketball , track and field , football , hockey , volleyball , soccer , softball , archery , lacrosse , and swimming . The community is proud to be home to the South Metro Miracle League Field , offering accessible baseball opportunities for all ability levels .
PUBLIC PARKS & BEACHES
ANTLERS PARK BEACH Located on the east shore of Lake Marion , the beach offers swimming , volleyball and horseshoes , and picnic shelters . Seasonal paddleboard rental available . 9740 201st Street West
ARONSON & QUIGLEY-SIME PARK Home of Veterans Memorial . Softball , baseball and soccer fields , picnic shelter , playground . 250 202 Street West
CASPERSON PARK Adjacent to the boat launch at the west end of Lake Marion . 19720 Juno Trail
KENWOOD TRAILS DISC GOLF COURSE 18 hole disc course on beautiful land well maintained rolling terrain on Middle School grounds . 19455 Kenwood Trail
KING PARK Home to baseball fields , Miracle League Field and Universal Playground . 18350 Dodd Boulevard
ORCHARD LAKE BEACH Swimming beach , picnic area , shore fishing and playground . 17195 Judicial Road
RITTER FARM PARK & DOG PARK 340-acre nature-oriented park offering cross-country skiing , snowshoeing , hiking trails , archery range , picnic area and shelter , equestrian and snowmobile trails . The park also offers a 5 acre off-lease dog park . Interpretive Programs are scheduled at the Environmental Learning Center . Snowshoe rental available at City Hall . 19300 Ritter Trail
STEVE MICHAUD PARK Home to a 21,000 sq . ft . community built “ Land of Amazement 2.0 ” providing unique playground adventure as well as tournament soccer fields . 17100 Ipava Avenue
VALLEY LAKE PARK BEACH Equipped with a playground , picnic areas and shelter , walking trail around the lake and fishing pier . 16050 Garrett Path
PUBLIC FACILITIES
LAKEVILLE HERITAGE CENTER This unique partnership facility is home to Lakeville Area Active Adults , the veterans support organization Lakeville Yellow Ribbon , and the Lakeville Area Historical Society . 20110 Holyoke Avenue
LAKEVILLE AREA ARTS CENTER The Lakeville Area Arts Center is a state-of-the-art theater and arts facility that promotes cultural and artistic experiences for the community and is home to many private events as well as local festivals . 20965 Holyoke Avenue
LAKEVILLE ARENAS Hosting family-friendly entertainment through ice , turf , and dry floor events . Ames Arena : 19900 Ipava Avenue Hasse Arena : 8525 215th Street W
PARKS & RECREATION ( 952 ) 985-4600
HERITAGE CENTER ( 952 ) 985-4620
ICE ARENAS ( 952 ) 985-2170
LAKEVILLE AREA ARTS CENTER ( 952 ) 985-4640
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