Parks & Recreation Special Notices & Closures 

  • Como Lake Fish Die-Off: (6/4) Como Lake recently had a fish die-off that is likely due to low oxygen in the water. Fish need oxygen in the water to breathe and can become stressed and die when oxygen levels in the lake drop quickly. Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) staff investigated and confirmed the die-off of around 1,000 bluegill sunfish and crappies earlier this week. Fish die-offs are a natural occurrence in lakes under low oxygen conditions. Following last week’s heat wave, CRWD observed a sudden shift in the lake’s oxygen levels at continuous monitoring stations in the lake. Oxygen levels in the lake can drop quickly as the water surface warms. High temperatures can also cause rapid decomposition of algae and aquatic plants like curly-leaf pondweed, further reducing oxygen levels in the lake as they decompose, and giving off a foul odor. We appreciate the concerned community members who reached out to us and our partners at Capitol Region Watershed District, Ramsey County, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Removal of the dead fish will begin June 5 and we will provide any additional updates as necessary. The fish die-off is not impacting Como Lake’s water quality for general use or posing a risk to humans or pets at the lake.
  • Crosby Park Regional Park: The boardwalk and fishing pier are closed while they are being rebuilt. Please be aware of closed trail signage and do not pass barriers. Visit the Crosby Farm Regional Park project page for updates.
  • 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.