Mention a trip to an indoor playground to a child and his eyes immediately light up with excitement. With ball crawls, a maze of tubes, climbing equipment and games, kids can enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of running, climbing, jumping and sliding–all in a safe, enclosed environment. Because of Minnesota's cold winters, indoor playgrounds are an alternative way for kids to burn off some pent-up energy when getting outside isn't an option.
Located in New Brighton, Minnesota, the Eagles Nest Indoor Playground offers activities for children 12 months to 12 years of age. Play equipment includes a ball pit, slides and climbing wall. For children 3 years old or younger, a special area called the \"Eagles Aerie\" gives toddlers their own play spot, complete with a ball crawl, reading area and climbing equipment. Birthday party celebrations are available and the playground can be rented for large groups after business hours. Parents are welcome to bring their laptop and use the free Wi-Fi while they stay to watch their children.
Eagles Nest Indoor Playground
400 10th St. NW
New Brighton, MN 55112
651-638-2130
eaglesnestindoorplayground.com?
Edinborough Park is a large, one-acre indoor park with its own indoor playground, \"Adventure Peak.\" The playground features a 30-foot climbable tree, four slides of varying lengths and a 30-foot high lookout area with an attached slide. Toddlers can play in a separate area with age-appropriate equipment, including a bounce house and slides. Children can take a break from sliding and climbing and visit the Great Hall area, which is an open space for playing with gym balls and organized activities. While inside the playground, children must wear socks and wristbands. Frequent visitors can purchase 10-visit punch cards or season passes. Birthday party packages are available.
Edinborough Park
7700 York Ave.
Edina, MN 55435
952-832-6790
edinboroughpark.com
Lookout Ridge Indoor Playground is operated by the City of Woodbury and is located in Central Park's lower level. This playground mimics the nearby St. Croix River Valley with a cave, climbing cliffs and a foam tree forest, complete with realistic sound effects. Kids can maneuver through a tube maze, climb to the top of a tree house and enjoy a ride down a 30-foot slide. The playground is open year-round and welcomes children 12 years old and under. While using the playground, children must wear socks, which are available for purchase should your child forget. For Woodbury residents, a punch card worth 10 visits is available for purchase. Three birthday packages are available and reservations can be made by calling the facility.
Lookout Ridge Indoor Playground
8595 Central Park Place
Woodbury, MN 55125
651-735-7645?
ci.woodbury.mn.us/parks/cpplay.html
