City of Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids, Minnesota is an exciting community situated along the Mississippi River just 12 miles north of Minneapolis! Our city offers a variety of opportunities for recreation and shopping, as well as great housing options and wonderful opportunities for business! 62,726 citizens call Coon Rapids home! With 24 hour police and fire departments, unique housing programs, an active volunteer community and a variety of educational opportunities, our city offers something for everyone!
The vital Red River Ox Cart Trail is known as Coon Rapids Boulevard and remains an important commercial corridor for the city. In 1912, construction began on the Coon Rapids Dam and the influx of laborers and engineers increased the city’s population to over 1,000 for the first time.
Coon Rapids offers a variety of community events including the well-known 4th of July Community Celebration (with one of the best fireworks displays in the state) summer and winter concerts, Movie in the Park events, Farmers Market, Pet Fair, Safety Camps and a variety of other activities.
Coon Rapids offers 48 parks, more than 40 miles of trails, the award winning Bunker Hills Golf Club and 2 regional parks. From biking and hiking to fishing and other sports opportunities, you won’t be bored in Coon Rapids. Through partnerships with sports associations and Community Education, youth sports and other classes are available year-round. Adult activities for softball, golf and other leisure activities are also offered. The Coon Rapids Senior Center also offers a variety of activities for seniors 55+ from day trips to classes, activities and senior dining.
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