Grand Rounds Scenic Byway
Mill Ruins Park, MN

Mill Ruins Park is one of Minneapolis' most unique parks. Mill Ruins Park is an archaeological site complete with tunnels, trestles, and tailraces! Recent archaeological excavation uncovered flour mill foundations, hand-riveted iron railroad girders, and the lower level of a waterpower network. The mills, railroads and waterpower system came together to create a flour milling district that made Minneapolis the country's #1 flour milling city for 50 years. The wooden plank road that once covered the waterpower canal has been recently recreated as phase two of Mill Ruins Park development.

Mill Ruins Park is open year-round with accessible walking paths as well as bike trails connected to the adjacent St. Anthony Falls Heritage Trail, Stone Arch Bridge, and Grand Rounds Parkway System. Mill Ruins Park offers a variety of programs year round for visitors of all ages. Guided historic walking tours are offered weekends, June through October.

Additional programs include simulated archaeological digs, bike tours, Nicollet Island tours, a book group, lecture series, and more.