Flooding closes West River Parkway between 4th Street S and Franklin Avenue, numerous trail locations

Boom Island and North Mississippi boat launches also closed

Posted on 18 April, 2023

Boom Island and North Mississippi boat launches also closed

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is monitoring spring flooding and warning people to stay away from flooded areas.

Flooding is expected to impact Minneapolis parks, trails and parkways through at least the end of next week. Follow onsite signs and stay out of areas that are barricaded or covered in water, which currently include:

  • West River Parkway
    • Parkway and trails between 4th Street S and Franklin Avenue
    • Trail underneath the Broadway Avenue Bridge
  • Boom Island Park boat launch and lower paths
  • North Mississippi Regional Park boat launch and lower paths
  • Sections of Nicollet Island Park parking lot
  • Bohemian Flats Park lower path
  • East River Parkway lower path

The MPRB will continue to monitor flooding throughout the park system and post updates as needed.

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