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Frequently Asked Questions
Below is a list of frequently asked questions pertaining to the Parks and Recreation Department.
Adult Athletics
- League team managers are emailed prior to 4 p.m. if there’s a cancellation.
Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation coordinates a number of adult athletic opportunities, which are open to adults who live or work in Eden Prairie.
If you’re interested in joining a team, you must register online.
Check out the Adult Athletics page to learn more.
- In case of forfeit, notify the opposing Team Manager immediately (contact information is on the PDF schedule sent at the beginning of the season) and Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation office at parks@edenprairie.org.
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
Aquatics Center FAQ
Patrons may bring and use personal Bluetooth speakers as long as their music is family-friendly (no swearing, mention of drug/alcohol use, etc.) and it doesn’t disturb other patrons. If a lifeguard asks you to turn the volume down or turn the music off, you must do so.
Can I catch my child when they jump off the diving board, or when they’re coming down the waterslide?
No. This poses a safety hazard to both you and your child. Participants should also be able to pass a swim test using an American Red Cross-approved stroke before using either the waterslide or the diving board.
Our slide is a single-rider flume. According to manufacturer guidelines, only one person is allowed on the waterslide at a time.
No. Anyone under the age of 18 is not allowed in the spa or the spa area (defined as the white and blue tile surrounding the hot tub).
- Families with children ages 5 and younger can bring other children up to age 7 during Tot Time Open Swim. If siblings are age 8 or older, we ask that families attend a regular Open Swim session in the recreational pool. Tot Time Open Swim is intended to give toddlers a comfortable environment to explore the new pool.
In order to teach at our facilities, instructors must be Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors and employed by the City of Eden Prairie – we want to ensure skills are taught safely and correctly when using instructional equipment such as kickboards/barbells/pull buoys.
- Red wristbands: Participants ages 0–7
- Yellow wristbands: Participants ages 8–17
- Green wristbands: Participants ages 18+
The men’s, women’s and family locker rooms near the Community Center lobby open to a tile hallway that connects to both the competition pool area and the recreational pool (with the play features). There are also men’s and women’s tile locker rooms that connect swimmers to the competition pools. Patrons are welcome to use any of the locker rooms. The men’s and women’s tile locker rooms are geared toward participants using the competition pools. If you are using those locker rooms and wish to exit to the recreational pool, you may do so by using the east door that leads to the tile hallway outside the rec pool.
Everyone using the Aquatics Center pools, slide and hot tub (excluding rental groups that have been pre-approved by Community Center staff) must wear a Community Center-issued wristband. Patrons must obtain a new wristband at the Community Center front desk each day they visit the Aquatics Center.
The wristband policy ensures that everyone using the Aquatics Center has checked in at the front desk. A wristband is an easy visual for our staff to see, and by having participants wearing it, we avoid having to interrupt during their time enjoying the facility to verify that they have checked in.
Inflatables are not Coast Guard-approved floatation devices. They pose a safety hazard to users that rely on it as a primary floatation device, as they may lose their grip on it or have it suddenly deflate. Inflatables also obscure the lifeguard’s field of vision when scanning the pool, which can delay recognition and response to water emergencies.
Safety breaks ensure that all participants are accounted for and give participants a break from swimming so they can rest and hydrate.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
- More children ages 1–4 die from drowning than any other cause of death, except birth defects.
- For children ages 1–4, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death after motor vehicle crashes.
- 3,960 fatal unintentional drownings, including boated-related drownings, occur each year in the U.S. — that is an average of 11 drowning deaths per day.
- 8080 nonfatal drownings occur each year in the U.S. — that is an average of 22 nonfatal drownings per day.
Lifeguards are the secondary line of defense with parents/guardians being the first. The first chain in the American Red Cross’ Circle of Drowning Prevention is for caregivers to “provide close and constant attention to children in or near water, even when a lifeguard is present, no matter how well a child can swim or how shallow the water.”
According to manufacturer guidelines, the waterslide is to be used by children over the age of 5. The waterslide is not open since Tot Time is intended for participants younger than the minimum age requirement.
The recreational pool schedule is evaluated weekly and modified based on demand and peak usage hours. Because it is a zero-depth entry pool, the state requires that lifeguards be on duty whenever children 17 and under are present. Any time the water slide is open, there also needs to be an attendant and lifeguard monitoring the slide. The pool is intended to provide the community with a variety of aquatic opportunities including, swimming lessons, open swim, adult fitness classes, etc. Please check the Aquatics Center page for updated schedules.
Art Center
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
Community Center
- Yes, you can pay for a full year in advance and will not have to pay the enrollment fee. If you decide to cancel before the 12-month period is over, you will receive back a prorated figure from annual fee.
Yes. There are a variety of rooms available for rent at the Community Center.
No. Non-residents are allowed to become Community Center members and can use the facility.
- Yes. The Community Center offers these programs for qualified members of BCBS of Minnesota, HealthPartners, Medica, Ucare and Preferred One. If you want to verify your eligibility, please contact your insurance carrier.
- For the automatic withdrawal system we accept MasterCard, Visa and Discover, or EFT from a checking or savings account. In the event that you want to use a checking or savings account we ask that you provide us with a copy of a check or savings account deposit slip with the account number on it.
- Visit the Parks and Recreation online system and log in using your email and password.
- If you haven’t logged in before or have forgotten your login information, contact the Community Center (952-949-8470) to obtain your username and reset password.
- Click My Account.
- Click Member Visit Report (for receipts choose Reprint Receipt).
- Select your active membership (or specific receipt).
- Confirm the transaction dates.
- A $10 administrative fee will be assessed if you add someone (upgrade) or take someone off of your membership (downgrade). Upgrades may happen at any time during the month. Downgrades follow the same guidelines as cancellations. The administrative fee and the difference in pro rated dues will apply and will be collected at the time of upgrade request.
- Yes, but it is not locking you into maintaining a membership for extended periods of time. This is a month to month payment plan, with no commitment as to length of time over 60 days. The agreement represents you agreeing that we will receive payment and that you understand the policies and procedures related to the membership and our facility.
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
- The administrative fee of $30 is a one time charge as long as you maintain your membership. It covers the cost of processing your membership. If you cancel or your membership lapses and you re-join, the fee will be charged again as if you were becoming a new member.
Community Center Room Rentals
- Any set up or tear down time should be included in the time you have reserved.
Yes. However, decorations should not cause damage to the space and should be removed at the end of your event.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
Yes, as long as the music does not cause a disruption to other facility patrons.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
- No, alcohol is not allowed in the Community Center.
Yes, electrical service is available in all of the Community Center room rentals. However, the use of heating devices such as crock-pots or coffee makers is not allowed.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
Small birthday or celebration candles may be used for a short period of time at celebrations. Open flames or burners are not allowed.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
You can pay to utilize the space for your gathering on a 30-minute basis or individually pay for participants to use the play structure.
Check out the Prairie Play Zone page to learn more.
Yes, stop by anytime the facility is open to see the spaces.
An individualized tour may be scheduled during regular hours by calling the Facility Coordinator at 952-949-8333.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
The room is arranged according to your specifications. Facility team members will set up the tables and chairs prior to the start of your event.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
Check-in at the Community Center front desk on the day of your rental. At that time, a team member will provide you with a key for the space in exchange for a set of car keys.
Prior to the date of your rental, contact the Facility Coordinator at 952-949-8333 with any questions.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
After you've located the room you would like to rent on the Community Center Room Rentals page, and after you've filled out the "Contact Us" form for that particular room, you will be contacted.
Full payment is required to secure the reservation. Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis for the current year.
Any set-up and/or tear down should be done during the hours you have reserved the space. A good rule of thumb is to rent at least a half hour on either side of your event. The space should be “broom clean” when you are ready to depart, which means tables are wiped down, all trash is in the bins and decorations and tape are removed.
An additional fee may be assessed if Community Center staff is required to go above and beyond normal cleaning responsibilities.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
The rental fee includes the use of the space, tables and chairs.
Any decorations, paper products or table cloths that you would like to use for your event should be brought in separately.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
If a cancellation is made at least 30 days prior to the event, a full refund will be given, minus one hour of the rental fee. Requests received less than 30 days prior to the event are not eligible for a refund. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to the Recreation Facilities Coordinator.
Check out the Community Center Room Rentals page to view a complete list of rooms available.
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
Community Events
- The City of Eden Prairie does not set hours for trick or treating on Halloween; however, families are encouraged to trick-or-treat before dusk when visibility is greater. If children are trick-or-treating after dark, they should be accompanied by an adult and reflective devices or flashlights should be used to ensure safety.
Call the Parks and Recreation Weather Information Line at 952-949-8449 for weather related cancellations.
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
Community Gardens
Pesticides such as weed killer are not allowed because neighboring gardeners can be affected by the use of these products.
Instead of pesticides, gardeners should use mulch or cultivation techniques.
Gardeners are required to maintain their garden and control the weeds until the end of the gardening season of Oct. 15, even if produce is done growing.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Yes, portable toilets are located at all sites. The Duck Lake Trail garden toilet is located across the street at Eden Valley Park.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
The City cannot share name or phone number information; however, we can contact the other gardener and if they wish to return the call to you, they can do so.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more about community gardens.
Gardeners may indicate a desired plot (or area) in the comment field of the online request; however, garden plots are assigned in the order of when the application is received. No other factors allow preferential plot location assignments.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Some gardeners choose to put up a temporary garden fence to keep out the raccoons and rabbits. The amount of garden damage due to animals can vary from year to year. Rarely, do we have theft problems.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more about community gardens.
No, gardeners must supply their own equipment, seeds, fertilizer, etc. for their gardens. The City provides only the land and water.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
The earliest date that your request and payment will be accepted is the first day of registration in March for that gardening year. No priority is given to those on the waitlist in the previous year.
Once all plots in a garden are taken, you can be added to a waitlist for that specific location. Email your name, email address, phone number and desired plot location to the Parks and Recreation Department.
Occasionally, a gardener is not able to fulfill the responsibility of gardening (sometimes, even before the garden season starts). In that situation, the first person on the waitlist for that garden location is contacted.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Requests for community garden plots are accepted the first day of registration in March each year for that gardening year until gardens are sold out. Payment must be received at the time of the request. Visit the Community Gardens page to make a request online.
Payment may be submitted online or in person at the Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.
Applications will not be accepted until the first day of registration and will continue to be accepted until all garden plots have been taken. Once all plots in a garden are taken, you can be added to a wait list for that specific location. Email your name, email address, phone number and desired plot location to the Parks and Recreation Department.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Historically, most gardeners who submitted a request by April 15 were able to get a plot. A waiting list is started once all gardens are taken. At Pioneer Park, the City has fewer gardens and a higher number of returning gardeners. You can indicate alternative choices in plot size or location, in the case your first choice is not available.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Pioneer Park
Small: 12
Medium: 15
Large: 0Pioneer Trail
Small: 70
Medium: 0
Large: 18
Duck Lake Trail
Small: 50
Medium: 0
Large: 0Gardeners grow a variety of annual flowers and vegetables such as pumpkins, cucumbers, sunflowers, corn and tomatoes. All plots are in full sun.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Yes, water is provided at all locations.
At Pioneer Trail and Duck Lake Trail, water tanks are located throughout the garden area. A bucket must be used to collect the water and carry it to the plot. At Pioneer Park, water faucets are available; three throughout the garden area. Direct hose hook-up is not permitted. A bucket must be used to collect the water and carry it to your plot. Please do not hoard or save water.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 952-949-8442. The City will contact that gardener to find out if they have decided not to garden. If so, the available garden plot will be assigned to the next person on the wait list.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
The plots available are as follows:
Pioneer Trail
Small: 20'x30'
Large: 20'x60'Pioneer Park
Small: 20'x30'
Medium: 20'x40'
The City has occasionally divided a medium-sized plot into two 20'x20' plots to make more gardensDuck Lake Trail
Small: 20'x30'Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Gardeners grow a variety of annual flowers and vegetables such as pumpkins, cucumbers, sunflowers, corn, peppers, green beans and tomatoes. All plots are in full sun.
Because you are making a request at the time of payment, it is possible that we may not have the size or at the location you want. We ask you to indicate other sizes/locations you would accept, if your first choice is not available. You will be refunded or billed if there is a pricing difference in your final assigned plot.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more about the process.
If you only want a garden at Pioneer Park, please indicate that when you're applying for the plot. If the City cannot accommodate you at that location, your payment will be refunded after April 16 without prior notification.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more about the process.
- A community garden is a plot of land owned or leased by the city, but made available to the public to rent for gardening during the summer months. Visit the Community Gardens page to learn more.
An email with your garden plot number will be sent to you by April 20 each year.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Weather permitting, gardens are plowed and the corners are marked with the plot numbers by May 1. Gardeners who have reserved a plot will be notified when their garden plot is ready for planting.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Gardens must be harvested and cleaned up (free of any stakes or fencing) by Oct. 15 of each year. The plots will be plowed after that date.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Financial transactions will take place immediately at the time of your request. Any financial adjustments will take place after April 16.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more about the process.
Those who live or work in Eden Prairie. Some gardeners have a house with a shady backyard, but need a sunny place to plant. Some gardeners live in apartments. Some gardeners need more garden space for bigger, sprawling plants. Some gardeners are growing food for their family. Some gardeners are enjoying the time outdoors. All ages can be found at the gardens.
Eden Prairie residents or persons who work in Eden Prairie are able to rent a community garden plot. Residents over the age of 55 get a discounted rate.
Everyone can register to request a community garden plot on the first day of spring/summer Parks and Recreation program registration. However, returning gardeners are given priority until April 15 to make payment.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
Returning gardeners are those who had a garden in the previous summer. They are given priority until April 15 to send in their application and payment.
On April 16, new gardeners are assigned a plot in the order their application and payment was received.
Check out the Community Gardens page to learn more.
All plots are tractor-plowed in the fall and tractor-tilled in the spring. However, a hand-tiller or pitch fork is useful to prepare the soil before you begin planting.
Check out the Community Garden page to learn more.
Disability and Inclusion
When registering for an Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation program, we request at least 3 weeks to plan and secure reasonable accommodations.
All attempts will be made to accommodate the needs of all participants. However, due to staffing constraints and/or capacity limits of the requested activity, registrations or accommodations may be limited.
Recreation Inclusion Companions provide the necessary adaptations, accommodation, and support to individuals who have a disability while participating in general recreation programs and activities. Parks and Recreation makes every effort to hire diverse staff that have experience and an interest in working with people with disabilities.
Job openings will be posted to edenprairie.org/Employment as they become available.
The inclusion questionnaire is used only in Eden Prairie and the programs offered through Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation, and should be completed by everyone.
The ARLE (Adaptive Recreation Learning Exchange) is a four city cooperative that Eden Prairie, Edina, Richfield and Bloomington participate in. The In-take assessment must be filled out prior to participation in any programs offered through ARLE.
Completed forms should be returned prior to participating.
- Forms can be emailed to inclusionservices@edenprairie.org
- Hard copies can be printed and mailed to:
Inclusion Services/Nicole Weedman
8080 Mitchell Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
- Eden Prairie Parks and Recreation is committed to an inclusive approach. To allow and provide all participants the best experience while attending programs, staff work to make sure all the needed supports, accommodations or modifications are in place prior to the participant arriving.
The Inclusion Questionnaire is a confidential document that is the road map to help educate and support instructors and staff on how to best meet the needs of individuals who may need extra support.
Outdoor Center
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
Park Facility Rentals
Yes, alcohol can be served in the park. However, for the safety of other park users, we ask that you avoid glass serving containers and use plastic or aluminum containers instead.
All caterers who serve alcohol are required to have a liquor license.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to find a complete list of facilities available.
Yes, electrical is available at all of the park rental locations. The outlets are the same type found in most home kitchens. Use of multi plug devices is discouraged.
Please check with the Facility Coordinator if you will be using devices at your event that require a higher amount of wattage.
The only cooking restriction is that large cooking devices need to be off the grass, on a hard surface and away from the park structure. Most park facility rental sites have grills available for use.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to find a complete list of facilities available.
Candles and open flames are not allowed in any Eden Prairie parks. Decorations put up for your event must not damage the site and must be removed at the conclusion of your event. Twinkle lights are allowed.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to find a complete list of facilities available.
You are allowed to use the caterer of your choice. There is not a fee.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to find a complete list of facilities available.
No, we do not offer refunds because of inclement weather. If the National Weather Service declares an emergency or severe warning, we will work with you to reschedule your event for the same calendar year.
Visit the Park Facilities Rental page to find a complete list of facilities available.
Can I reserve an athletic field such as a baseball diamond, soccer field, and tennis or volleyball court?
Yes, this would require an additional permit that can be requested. Please contact the Facility Rental Coordinator at 952-949-8333 to ensure the availability of the site.Yes. Tours are offered year-round at all park facility rental sites, with the exception of the Riley Jacques Barn, where tours are available April–October.
Contact the park facility coordinator at 952-949-8333 to schedule a tour.
No, for the safety of your guests and the site, heating devices are not allowed.
All park facility buildings are heated, with the exception of Riley-Jacques Barn.
View the Park Facility Rentals page to find a complete list of facilities available.
Yes, you may hire a band or DJ for your event. However, please inform the Facility Coordinator at 952-949-8333 so a sound check can be performed to ensure the sound is no louder than 70 decibels at 100 feet.
Eden Prairie parks close at 10 p.m. and all music must stop at that time.
There is no standard set-up at park facilities; your group has the opportunity to arrange the site to your specifications.
View the Park Facility Rentals page to view a complete list of facilities available.
Eden Prairie park facilities are available for rental by Eden Prairie residents for personal use and by Eden Prairie-based businesses and organizations for their functions.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to view a complete list of facilities available and submit a reservation request.
All guests must leave the rental facility by 10 p.m., which is the time all Eden Prairie parks close. Clean-up must be completed by 10:30 p.m.
Sound equipment and a sound technician are available for an extra charge with the rental of the Staring Lake Amphitheatre.
The only sites that offer air conditioning are the Homeward Hills Park Barn, Round Lake Park Building and the Staring Lake Park Building. All other park buildings are heated, with the exception of the Riley-Jacques Barn.
Visit edenprairie.org/FacilityRentals to find a complete list of park facilities available to rent and available amenities.
Full-day rentals are available for each facility. Riley-Jacques Barn can be reserved hourly with a minimum 6-hour rental period.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to view a complete list of facilities available and fees.
Tents may be set-up and used in Eden Prairie parks, in designated areas. A tent must be free-standing and cannot be staked into the ground for safety purposes. An additional permit may be required depending on the size of the tent. For more information, contact the park facilities coordinator at 952-949-8333.
Any set-up/tear down should be included in the hours you have reserved the space. A good rule of thumb is to rent at least an hour on either side of your event time. The expectation is that the site is left “broom clean," which includes the tables wiped down, the floor swept and all trash placed in bins. Trash bags are available at the site.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to view a complete list of facilities available.
A permit for your rental site will be given to you once your reservation is confirmed. This permit will outline the use of the space you rented. Please note, a park facility rental does not include exclusive use of any other park amenities such as a playground or athletic fields.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to find a complete list of facilities available.
Park facility rental cancellation policy, effective Oct. 15, 2019:
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing. No refunds are given due to weather conditions unless the park or facility is officially closed due to severe, life-threatening weather.
Cancellation policy for the Riley-Jacques Barn:
- If notice of cancellation is received 121 days or more before the date of reservation, the rental fee is refunded minus one hour of the rental fee.
- If notice of cancellation is received 91-120 days before the date of reservation, the rental is refunded minus 2 hours of the rental fee.
- If notice of cancellation is received 61-90 days before the of reservation, the rental fee is refunded minus 4 hours of the rental fee.
- If notice of cancellation is received less than 60 or less before the date of reservation, the rental fee is non-refundable.
All other park facilities have the following cancellation policy:
- With 31 days or more notice, rental fees are refunded minus a $25 fee for these park facilities: Crestwood, Edenvale, Forest Hills, Miller, Nesbitt Preserve and Prairie View. Cancellation requests submitted 30 days or less from the date of the rental are non-refundable.
- With 31 days or more notice, rental fees are refunded minus a $50 fee for these park facilities: Homeward Hills, Purgatory Creek Park Pavilion, Riley Lake Park Pavilion, Round Lake Park Pavilion and the Staring Lake Park Building. Cancellation requests submitted 30 days or less from the date of the rental are non-refundable.
Visit the Park Facility Rentals page to view a complete list of facilities available.
The numbers and types of tables and chairs available depends on the facility rented. Check the description for each facility at edenprairie.org/FacilityRentals.
All vehicles must remain in the parking lot and all large cooking devices must not be placed on the grass.
The capacity listed for each site takes available parking into account.
Visit edenprairie.org/FacilityRentals to find a complete list of available rental facilities.
Contact the facility coordinator at 952-949-8333 with any questions prior to the date of your rental.
A park attendant will contact you the week of your rental to coordinate a time for check-in and check-out on the day of your rental. Someone from your group must remain at the site the entire time it is unlocked. You will not be responsible for a key.
Visit edenprairie.org/FacilityRentals to find a complete list of available rental facilities.
Park Maintenance
Every year, the City hosts a Park Clean-Up day event, typically in late April or early May. This is a great chance to grab your work gloves, bring your trash bags and help keep Eden Prairie's parks and trail systems clean. Service organizations, youth organizations and neighborhood groups are encouraged to participate.
Call 952-949-8463 to learn more about Park Clean-Up Day.
The Park Maintenance Division is responsible for keeping sidewalks and trails free of snow.
Check out the Snow Removal page to learn more about the removal of snow on City streets.
For more information, submit an inquiry to the Parks Maintenance Division.
Parks and Recreational Amenities
- Browse the Parks, Trails and Amenities section of the website or use the interactive Eden Prairie Park Finder to locate a complete list of Eden Prairie parks, trails and amenities.
A variety of park and trail maps are available at edenprairie.org/Maps.
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.
Visit the Off Leash Dog Exercise Areas page to find location information, hours and rules and regulations.
- Used as an off-leash dog area during the spring, summer and fall the ski trails at Staring Lake serves as a beautiful place for cross country skiing in the winter. The trails are groomed by Eden Prairie High School after each significant snowfall and available weather permitting.
Please note: The trails are often used by the Eden Prairie High School Nordic Ski Team for both practices and ski meets.
Visit the Staring Lake Sledding Hill and Ski Trails page to find more information, including a map of trails.
The City of Eden Prairie's outdoor skating rinks open late December and close mid-February. Rinks are flooded and swept daily.
Visit the Skating Rinks page to find location information, hours and more.
Visit the Rent a Park Facility page to find a complete list of amenity, capacity and availability information for all Eden Prairie park facility rentals.
Are you in need of meeting space? Visit the Community Center Room Rentals or City Center Room Rentals pages to find information about reserving a room at either of those locations.
The 700-foot Staring Lake Sledding Hill opens in December (start of school winter break) and remains open until mid-February, depending on weather.
Visit the Staring Lake Sledding Hill and Ski Trails page to find location information, hours and more.
Program Registration
Register in person at the Community Center or Senior Center.
Payment must be made at the time of registration by cash or check (payable to Eden Prairie Community Center), Visa, Discover, MasterCard or American Express.
Questions? Call 952-949-8470 or TTY 952-949-8399.
Senior Center
Where can I find an item that I lost in an Eden Prairie City park or at the Eden Prairie Community Center?
If you have left or lost something in one of our parks, park buildings or shelters please contact the Community Center at 952-949-8470.
Items found in City parks or at the Community Center will be kept at the Community Center for 30 days. After 30 days, items will be donated to the PROP Shop in Eden Prairie. Items such as keys, wallets, phones, laptops or other electronic devices, sports equipment, jewelry and other items that appear valuable will be sent to the Police Department after 90 days.