Parks & Recreation Special Notices & Closures 

  • Air Quality Index (AQI) Updates: As of 9:30am on July 17, 2026 there are no additional cancellations or modifications due to the Air Quality Index (AQI). Any modifications to programming will be communicated directly to participants. Updates or changes will be shared here as needed.
  • Harriet Island Regional Park: The park and nearby roads and bike paths will be closed to the public through July 22 for festival setup, takedown, and safety preparations. This closure ensures the safe movement of equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure. Plan ahead if you’re traveling around Harriet Island this month. Road closures and bike detours will be in place during and around the festival dates. Allow extra travel time, watch for pedestrians, and follow posted traffic and parking restrictions. For more closure details, visit the community information page: Minnesota Yacht Club Community Information 
  • Crosby Park Regional Park: The boardwalk is closed due to damage from flooding events. Please be aware of closed trail signage and do not pass barriers. Construction on the new fishing pier is now complete. Visit the Crosby Farm Regional Park project page for updates on boardwalk construction.
  • Mississippi River Area Updates: Roads, trails, amenities, and sections of parkland along the Mississippi River may be closed at times due to flooding, construction, events, restoration, ice, snow, or other conditions.  Please be aware that water levels can change quickly and without warning. Please obey all barriers and signage. Do not trespass into closed areas. Your cooperation is essential in ensuring community safety. For information on flood closures, visit: www.stpaul.gov/flood
  • Recreation Centers: See Recreation Center Closures and Special Hours for holiday hours, no school days, and other closure information.
  • EAB Ash Tree removal: For information on boulevard ash tree removal, visit the Structured Removal webpage.
  • Design and Construction Updates: For more information on park, facility, road, and trail closures related to park construction projects, visit the Current Projects webpage.
  • Public Works: For road closure information related to Public Works projects, visit the Public Works Road Closures page.