Parks & Recreation Special Notices & Closures 

  • Bruce Vento Regional Trail: The section of Bruce Vento Regional Trail that goes through the historic tunnel under East 7th Street, known as the Seventh Street Improvement Arches, will be closed until further evaluation can be completed by the city, county, and MnDOT.  Learn more.
  • I35E Bridge Trail: The trail along the I-35E bridge over the Mississippi River is now closed through Fall 2026 for multi-agency maintenance. Bikes and pedestrians will be detoured across the High Bridge. The Sam Morgan Regional Trail remains open through the tunnel on the west side of the Mississippi River near Shepard Rd.
  • Roy Wilkins Park Splash Pad: As of August 4, 2026, the Roy Wilkins Park splash pad is closed for maintenance. 
  • 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.