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Fort Le Hillier Landing
Fort Le Hillier historical marker south of Mankato. While the fort is long gone, the visible mound on which it was built remains. Easy canoe and kayak access to the Blue Earth River.
Fallenstein Playground
Fallenstein Playground is an all-inclusive playground at Caswell Park in North Mankato that allows kids of all needs to have fun.
FA Buscher Park
F.A. Buscher Park, in a quiet Mankato subdivision, offers a large picnic shelter and expansive green space.
Gorman Park
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.
Glenwood Gardens
Glenwood Gardens, on Glenwood Avenue in Mankato, offers a plot of raised beds with vegetables and flowers tended by local master gardeners.
Heritage Estates Park
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.
Highland Park
Highland Park, near MSU in Mankato, offers ample space to roam, playground equipment, sand volley ball courts, picnic tables, and grills.
Hubbard House
The Hubbard house, built by the founder of the Hubbard Milling Company, R.D. Hubbard, is a historic gem in the heart of Mankato.
Hiniker Park
Hiniker Park and Pond in Mankato are local favorites for swimming and relaxing on the sandy beach without having to leave the city.