To increase efficiency and reduce costs to the public, the Bloomington City Council and Three Rivers Park District Board have entered into an agreement allowing Three Rivers to operate the regional parks and trails owned by the City. No interruptions to amenities or services are expected.
As of January 1, Three Rivers began operating:
Bush Lake Park, including all park shelters, watercraft racks and the beach.
Normandale Lake Park, including the bandshell and trails.
Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail in Bloomington.
Nokomis-Minnesota River Regional Trail in Bloomington.
All 2025 facility and shelter reservations made through the City at Bush Lake and Normandale Lake parks are confirmed and will be honored. The City will continue to offer youth programs including Camp Kota at Bush Lake and host events at the Normandale Bandshell.
For more information about this agreement, contact Deputy Parks and Recreation Director Renae Clark at rclark@BloomingtonMN.gov.
For more information about amenities, facilities, fees and availability at Bush Lake and Normandale Lake visit ThreeRiversParks.org, call Three Rivers guest services at 763-559-6700 or email ReservationHelp@ThreeRiversParks.org.
