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Thompson County Park

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​​​​​​​​​​Fishing pier at Thompson County Park.Hours: Daily, 5 a.m.–10 p.m.
Phone: 952-891-7000
Address: 360 Butler Ave. E., West St. Paul​ (Driving directions)
Admission and parking: Free

This charming 57-acre park provides a quiet getaway in the midst of West St. Paul. The park features a large picnic area that overlooks Thompson Lake and miles of wooded trails that connect to the River to River Greenway —​ a trail system that links Thompson County Park to Kaposia Park in South St. Paul and to the Mississippi River Greenway.

Thompson County Park is also the home of the Dakota Lodge — a four-season event center that is perfect for weddings, reunions, meetings, banquets, retreats, parties and much more.​​

Butler Avenu​e construction

Beginning Monday, July 7, Thompson County Park access will be impacted by construction on Butler Avenue (County Road 4). Butler Avenue will be reduced to the eastbound lane only. Park visitors will not be able to access from Highway 52 along Butler Avenue and will be detoured to ​Wentworth​ Avenue​ to access from the west. View project page for construction updates.

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  • Thompson County Park Trailhead

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  • Dakota Lodge
  • North P​icnic Shelter

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Biking icon Biking​ Dog On-Leash icon Dog O​n-Leash
Dog On-Leash icon Dog On-Leash​ Hiking icon Hiking
Fishing icon Fishing​ Snowshoeing icon Snowshoeing​​
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Last updated: 7/14/2025 9:52 AM

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