





Crow-Hassan Park Reserve
Located on the Crow River, this park offers an uninterrupted expanse of peaceful wilderness. Among the scenery, the restored prairie is a year-round attraction for its ever-changing color palette. Miles of trails wind through the park reserve and give an opportunity to spot wildlife like deer, fox, coyotes, trumpeter swans, hawks, and bald eagles. Scenic trails and group campsites that accommodate horses make this park a popular destination for horseback riders.
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things to do
Camping

Crow-Hassan offers a great escape into nature. The Blue Stem Group Camp can accommodate horses.
Cross-Country Skiing

2.6 miles of trails
Ungroomed/packed multi-use trails offer a serene and isolated experience. The 2.6 miles of trails vary from flat to rolling prairie to hilly woods challenging all outdoor enthusiasts. Make sure to check the trail conditions. Restrooms are at the trailhead and at the outermost area of the perimeter loop.
Dog Off-Leash

40 unfenced acres
A 40-acre, unfenced dog off-leash area provides lots of space for Fido to run. Daily or annual pass is required. Owners must pick-up after their dogs.
Dog Trails

10 miles of trails
The park has 10 miles of trail designated for dog walking during the summer months and nearly three miles for winter walking. Dogs must be on a six-foot, non-retractable leash and owners must pick-up after their dog.
Geocaching

Geocaching is a family-friendly, high-tech treasure hunt that combines respect for the environment with a sense of adventure. This activity involves placing or looking for a cache using global positioning system (GPS) equipment.
Hiking

18 miles of hiking
Crow-Hassan has one of the most extensive turf trail systems for multi-use activities in all of Three Rivers' parks. Nearly 18 miles are designated for summer hiking and almost 10 miles are designated during the winter.
Horseback Riding

15.3 miles of trails
Crow-Hassan Park Reserve is known for its extensive horseback riding trails - come for the day or spend the night at a drop-in or reservation group camp. The park includes over 15 miles of summer trails that take riders through the reestablished tall grass prairie and along the scenic Crow River. There are nearly five miles of winter trails in the interior of the park with scenic vistas. Check the Horseback Riding page for trail status updates. Three Rivers does not rent horses.
Paddling

A carry-in/out boat access provides access for paddling the scenic Crow River. Paddlers are encouraged to check flow rates of the river.
Skijoring & Dog Sledding

2.6 miles of trails
Ungroomed/packed multi-use trails offer a serene and isolated experience. The 2.6 miles of trails vary from flat to rolling prairie to hilly woods challenging all outdoor enthusiasts. Restrooms are at the trailhead and at the outermost area of the perimeter loop.
Snowmobiling

Nearly six miles of trail provides links through the park along the eastern boundary to state Grants-in-Aid snowmobile trails. Snowmobile trailer parking is available at the park. A daily or season trailer parking pass is required.
Snowshoeing

1.5 miles of trails
Ungroomed/packed multi-use trails offer a serene and isolated experience. The 1.5 miles of trails vary from flat to rolling prairie to hilly woods challenging all outdoor enthusiasts. Restrooms are at the trailhead and at the outermost area of the perimeter loop.
All Programs and Events
See all upcoming programs and events at Crow-Hassan.
Over 50 Years of Prairie Restoration
In 2019, Three Rivers Park District celebrated 50 years of prairie restoration, and it all started with Crow-Hassan Park Reserve. What began in the fall of 1969 as less than 20 acres of grasses has turned into an important ecosystem that supports a large diversity of animals, insects, and plants.
Today, with almost 100 wildflowers, Crow-Hassan contains one of the most diverse restored prairies in the state. Uncommon plants such as puccoon, pasque flower and prairie violet grow successfully in Crow-Hassan, while attempts at other locations have not been successful.
These lands aren’t just a refuge for plants. Bullsnakes, plains hog-nosed snakes, and more recently regal fritillary butterflies have been successfully reintroduced in the park. All the birds you would expect in a prairie can be found, including sandhill cranes and the endangered Henslow’s sparrow. Other threatened and endangered species found in the park include the rusty patched bumblebee and Blanding’s turtle.
Explore this wonderful resource on your own, at a special program this summer or by volunteering for a prairie seed collection to support restoration efforts in other parks. Learn more about prairie restoration in Three Rivers.
Crow-Hassan Master Plan
Three Rivers is developing a master plan for Crow-Hassan Park Reserve. Learn more about the project.
Natural Resources
Prairie Restoration
Three Rivers' started re-planting prairies in 1969 and has restored approximately 1,600 acres of prairie habitat. Crow-Hassan has over 840 acres of restored prairie.
We take great care to preserve the natural beauty of this park through the efforts of our Natural Resources division. Volunteers are an important part of this work.
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Best Trails for Winter Hiking
By: Erin Korsmo
With over 100 miles of winter hiking trails, we've got you covered for your next outdoor adventure! Read on to see some of our favorite short, mid-length and long hikes in Three Rivers.
Regal Fritillary: A Rare Butterfly That Is Thriving in Three Rivers
By: John Moriarty
Regal fritillary butterflies have sharply declined in population and are listed as a species of special concern in Minnesota. Learn how and why they are thriving at Crow-Hassan Park Reserve.
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Read the Star Tribune's coverage of how the prairie at Crow-Hassan Park Reserve came to be and why it's important.
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KARE 11's Hitting the Trails series highlights Three Rivers Parks.
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Learn about bumblebee research being conducted by Three Rivers on a recent episode of Minnesota Bound.
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The Star Tribune talked to Three Rivers staff and volunteers and others about prairie seed collecting.
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