Valley Lake Park

• Type: Community
• Acres: 38.97
• Miles of trails: 1.42
• Parking stalls: 47
• ADA parking: 3
• Shelters: 2

Rentals:

There are two picnic shelters available to rent. For rental information and to make a reservation, visit webtrac.lakevillemn.gov.

The land surrounding Valley Lake was deeded to the City for public park property with the Donnay's Valley plat in 1973. As part of the 1994 Park Bond Referendum projects, the park underwent improvements and expansion of the park. The project included the acquisition of 11.5 acres, addition of a greenway and more trails, relocation of the swimming beach and parking lot and landscaping. Due to lack of funding, the beach was not relocated as originally planned. In 2007, the construction of shelter A with the attached restroom building was completed as well as other site improvements. Due to the man-made nature of the lake, shoreline restoration and water quality improvements have occurred over the years. 

In 2016, a pollinator garden was added to the passive park areas with the leadership of Environmental Resources staff and volunteer help. Due to ongoing issues with water quality, the beach was removed and replaced with a pollinator garden in 2021. The Lakeville Lions assisted with securing $16,000 in funding for the project and organized volunteers to assist with the installation. 

• 1975 Master Plan
• 1986 Master Plan
• Valley Lake Park CIP 06-03