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East Side Lake Park

City park · Austin, Minnesota

Good conditions todayPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
East Side Lake Park, a city park in Austin, Minnesota. Restrooms, picnic tables, slides, swings and a playground on site; visitors come for hiking and picnicking. The site is wheelchair-accessible, dog-friendly and kid-friendly.

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Weather at East Side Lake Park

H: 84° L: 64°
Overcast
Overcast
66°
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Feels like 65°
Precipitation
11%
Humidity
85%
Wind
9 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Overcast
68°
3 AM
Partly Cloudy
65°
6 AM
Partly Cloudy
64°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
72°
12 PM
Sunny
83°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
80°
6 PM
Sunny
80°
9 PM
Clear
73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is East Side Lake Park?
East Side Lake Park is a city park in Austin, Minnesota.
Can you swim at East Side Lake Park?
There is no fixed answer for East Side 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 East Side Lake Park in Austin, Minnesota. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is East Side Lake Park rated?
East Side Lake Park in Austin, Minnesota has an average visitor rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on 42 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

600 Oakland Pl NE, Austin, MN 55912

Austin, Minnesota 55912

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground