NEW AUGMENTED REALITY TRAIL - TRACKS
WHAT IS TRACKS? Tracks, an official mobile app of Anoka County Parks, is an immersive, augmented reality experience that brings the parks to life. Discover and interact with the people, places, and natural spaces that define your Parks.
How to Explore↓
Download “Tracks - Anoka County Parks” app from your favorite app store. Follow the instructions on the app and have fun!
LEARNING FOR EVERYONE↓
Don’t have a device? Checkout an iPad from the Activities Center.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 2 pm.
Spanish translation and accessability features are available.
SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE↓
Take a selfie with the points along the way! Share your experience with others by using the hashtag #AnokaCountyParks.
Trail types for everyone
Horse Trails↓
Dedicated Horse Trail Locations
Bunker Hills Regional Park - If you are planning to ride your own horses at Bunker Hills Regional Park, please call 763-757-9445 to verify business hours for the day, as there is a gate that locks when stables staff are not present.
Rum River Central Regional Park
What you need to know when coming to the horse trail
Bunker Park Stables
At Bunker Hills Regional Park – the Anoka County Parks has partnered with Bunker Park Stables to offer visitors the unique opportunity to participate in a number of activities, including; trail rides, hay and sleigh rides, carriage rides, pony rides, and lessons.
Reservations are necessary for all Bunker Park Stables activities and can be made with a credit card by calling the stables at 763-757-9445. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled trail ride. Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled hay ride. Please wear long pants and hard-soled shoes or boots if you are riding. Dress for the weather.
Regional Trails↓
Regional Trails
With over 85 miles of trail within the Anoka County park system, trails not only provide recreational opportunities but provide safe transportation corridors. Regional trails are designed to connect key points of interest, including access to the Northstar commuter train stations. These trails may be used for commuting and transportation purposes outside of the regular park hours of 5:00 am-10:00 pm.
Regional Trails and Connections
Bunker - Chain of Lakes Regional Trail
Central Anoka County Regional Trail
Chain of Lakes - Otter Lake Regional Trail
Coon Creek Regional Trail
East Anoka County Regional Trail
Mississippi River Regional Trail
Rice Creek North Regional Trail
Rice Creek West Regional Trail
Rum River Regional Trail
Sugar Hills Regional Trail
Water Trails↓
Anoka County Parks Canoe/Kayak Launch Locations
Paddling Logistics
Like any creek or river, water levels fluctuate depending on the time of year and precipitation amounts. At times in the spring, the water can be too high to safely get under some bridges or through some box culverts; compared to times later in the summer and fall when stretches of the creek or river are too low to paddle.
Along with the water level there are a couple other factors that can affect a paddle. During the summer, weeds in the upper lakes section can make it difficult to paddle. The creek also passes through several box culverts. At lower water levels there are erosion control rocks / boulders at the end of these culverts that boats can get hung up on.
Safety
Always wear a life jacket. Paddling skills are required to navigate obstacles and to keep boats pointed down-stream. Getting your boat sideways into a down tree or snag can be dangerous. Some areas may be quite narrow and conditions can vary based on weather events and new obstructions. Scout your route before getting on the creek and make sure the water isn’t too high or too low. Canoeing and kayaking have inherent risks. You should have full knowledge of the nature and extent of these risks associated with canoeing and kayaking before getting on the water.
Winter Use Trails↓
Cross Country Ski Trails
Ski Trail Locations at Bunker Hills Regional Park, Chomonix Golf Course, and Rum River Central Regional Park.