Outdoors Archives - https://waconiaminnesota.org/listing-category/outdoors/ All Things Waconia Minnesota Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:19:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://i0.wp.com/waconiaminnesota.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/cropped-cropped-circle-company-logo-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Outdoors Archives - https://waconiaminnesota.org/listing-category/outdoors/ 32 32 214468564 Exploring the Fun and History of Coney Island in Waconia, Minnesota https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=284 https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=284#respond Thu, 19 Jan 2023 18:07:28 +0000 https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=284 The Coney Island of the West, located in Lake Waconia, Minnesota, was once a bustling summer resort that attracted thousands of visitors from the 1880s to the 1920s. Although it continued to operate up until 1960, the island’s heyday was during the earlier years. Spanning 31 acres, the island is situated just half a mile…

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]]> The Coney Island of the West, located in Lake Waconia, Minnesota, was once a bustling summer resort that attracted thousands of visitors from the 1880s to the 1920s. Although it continued to operate up until 1960, the island’s heyday was during the earlier years. Spanning 31 acres, the island is situated just half a mile off the shore from the city of Waconia and is a part of Waconia Township.

In 1976, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places for its local significance in the areas of commerce and entertainment/recreation. The island, with its ruins of hotels, cottages, and parks, was nominated for being one of Minnesota’s most popular early resorts, and an early expression of the trend of urban dwellers journeying to Minnesota’s lakes and parks for recreation.

The island’s development was led by Lambert Naegele, Reinhold Zeglin, and Emile Amblard, who built resort buildings and attractions on the island. The best-preserved building from this era, however, is the Emile Amblard Guest House located on the mainland. Visitors to the island can explore its rich history and see remnants of its past as a popular summer getaway.

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]]> https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=284/feed/ 0 284 Lake Waconia Regional Park https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=276 https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=276#respond Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:58:09 +0000 https://waconiaminnesota.org/?post_type=job_listing&p=276 Lake Waconia Regional Park is a hidden gem located in the heart of Minnesota. This park offers a variety of recreational activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy. One of the main attractions of the park is the beautiful Lake Waconia. The lake is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and swimming. Visitors can…

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]]> Lake Waconia Regional Park is a hidden gem located in the heart of Minnesota. This park offers a variety of recreational activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy.

One of the main attractions of the park is the beautiful Lake Waconia. The lake is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and swimming. Visitors can rent boats and jet skis at the marina, or bring their own to enjoy on the water. Anglers will find a variety of fish species in the lake, including bass, northern pike, and panfish.

In addition to the lake, the park offers a variety of hiking and biking trails for visitors to explore. The trails wind through the park’s wooded areas and offer beautiful views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The park also offers picnic areas, playgrounds, and a beach for visitors to enjoy.

For those looking for a more structured activity, the park offers a disc golf course and a number of sports fields for soccer, baseball and softball.

The park also offers a campground for visitors who want to spend the night. The campground features both tent and RV sites, as well as a number of amenities such as showers and bathrooms.

Overall, Lake Waconia Regional Park is a great destination for anyone looking to get outside and enjoy the beauty of nature. Whether you’re looking to fish, hike, or simply relax, the park has something for everyone to enjoy.

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