On the Mississippi River
MONTICELLO
COMMUNITY GUIDE 2025
Monticello boasts beautiful parks system
Monticello is home to 28 city-owned and maintained parks , as well as one regional county park and one state park , along with miles and miles of trails . Here are some of the most frequented , versatile parks in town :
East Bridge Park — Located between East River Street and the Mississippi River , East Bridge Park is home to a popular sliding hill and beautiful gardens maintained by the East Bridge Gardeners volunteer group .
West Bridge Park — In the heart of downtown at River and Walnut streets , West Bridge received a slate of improvements recently , including landscaping , trees , sustainable features , a stone terraced seating area , ADA-accessible pathways and more . As of this spring , the park will be home to an expanded playground for all ages and abilities , complete with ziplines . There ’ s also a basketball court , newly upgraded community room available for rent and river access with a fishing pier .
Ellison Park — Located parallel to East River Street , Ellison Park is popular year-round , with a large playground , multiple sheltered areas , and plenty of riverfront property , as well as a boat lift and a fishing dock .
Pioneer Park — At the corner of Fallon Avenue and School Boulevard , Pioneer Park offers a large shelter and playground . During the summer , it plays host to the city ’ s Movies in the Park series , along with other fun events , including Family Fun Night during Riverfest , featuring one of the largest car shows in the region .
Fourth Street Park — The park hosts two ice skating rinks that are maintained throughout the winter , a warming house and an additional patch of ice .
Park rentals
Monticello offers several facilities across its parks available to rent for private use , including :
• East Bridge Park Gazebo : 119 E . River St .
• Ellison Park Lions Den & Gazebo : 913 E . River St .
• Ellison Park Log Shelter : 811 E . River St .
• Groveland Park Picnic Shelter : 9940 Innsbrook Drive
• Otter Creek Park Gazebo : 1350 W . Broadway
• Pioneer Park Community Room : 9165 Fallon Ave . NE
• West Bridge Park Community Room : 107 W . River St .
• West Bridge Park Gazebo : 107 W . River St . Email park . reservations @ MonticelloMN . gov to reserve a time .
Wright County
Montissippi Regional Park — On the west edge of town off County Road 75 , Montissippi offers a seclusive setting along the river . Connected , via paved trails , to downtown Monticello , this park is a haven for joggers and bikers , as it is home to several trails . The park also has a boat launch and fishing pier .
State Park
Lake Maria State Park — Located seven miles west of Monticello off County Road 39 , Lake Maria is the lone state park in Wright County . The park is known for its great scenery , which can be enjoyed hiking , horseback riding , cross-country skiing and backpack camping .
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