It didn’t take long for me to devise a personal list of my top-ten things to do in Champlin. Take a look and think about your favorite things to do in our community—and then post it in the comments section.
- Bicycling in Elm Creek Park Reserve
I grew up in rural Sheridan, Wyoming where bike trails are nonexistent. I had to ride on gravel roads or on the side of the road hoping I didn’t get hit by passing trucks and horse trailers. This is one of the top-ten reasons I love Minnesota; bike trails are everywhere! I feel so fortunate. - Walking along the Mississippi River in Donie Galloway Park
Donie Galloway Park isn’t your traditional park. It’s a big, open field with trails that follow the Mississippi River—a hidden gem really. - Swimming at the Elm Creek Reserve swimming pond
It’s so clean! I love riding bike through Elm Creek Park to the swimming pond on a hot day, and then jumping in. It’s worth paying $20 for a season family pass. Or you can pay $2 per person per day. It is open Memorial Day through Labor Day from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Walking to Caribou Coffee for a cappuccino
I love walking, and now there are sidewalks from my house to Caribou Coffee. I get exercise and a cappuccino. What more could I ask for: more trash bins along the path, perhaps. - Having a beer and miniburgers at Maverick’s Woodgrill
- Taking my dog to the Elm Creek Off-Leash Dog Park
- Picking strawberries at Bauer’s Berry Farm
Bauer Berry Farm offers the finest in strawberries, blueberries, and sweet corn; pick your own, or purchase picked fruit fresh from the field! - Watching a movie at Champlin Mann Theatre
- Ice skating at the Champlin Ice Forum
- Visiting the observatory at Jackson Middle School
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