Forest Heights Park in Upper North Mankato is a large park with plenty of green space. It has several playground areas as well as a tennis court, a ball field, and a basketball court.
Adjacent to the St. Peter Community and Recreation Center, Gorman Park's main feature is a massive wooden play structure, making it a favorite of local kids and visitors.
Heritage Estates Park, not far from the MSU campus in Mankato, is one of the smaller parks in the city system but offers ample green space and playground equipment.
Indian Lake Conservation Area is a 120 acre wetland mitigation site providing excellent wildlife viewing. The site features a trail for hiking and horseback riding.