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Turtle Lake Park

Park · St Paul, Minnesota

Rainy todayBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance

County park equipped with a boat launch, playground, picnic & swimming areas, plus playing fields.

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Weather at Turtle Lake Park

H: 83° L: 53°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
82°
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Feels like 82°
Precipitation
57%
Humidity
44%
Wind
15 mph
UV Index
6
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Clear
60°
3 AM
Clear
57°
6 AM
Clear
53°
9 AM
Sunny
66°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
78°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
80°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Turtle Lake Park?
Turtle Lake Park is a park in St Paul, Minnesota.
Can you swim at Turtle Lake Park?
There is no fixed answer for Turtle Lake Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Turtle Lake Park in St Paul, Minnesota. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Turtle Lake Park rated?
Turtle Lake Park in St Paul, Minnesota has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 395 reviews.

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  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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  • Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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Location & Contact

4979 Hodgson Rd, St Paul, MN 55127

St Paul, Minnesota 55127

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Playground