Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park

04/20/2026

There will be a youth mentored turkey hunt at Doyle Kennefick this weekend Saturday April 25th. For more information please visit the website

Located near Prior Lake, Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park features 3.4 miles of hiking-only trails through restored prairie, wetlands, oak forests and alongside some of the highest quality water-lily marshes in Scott County. The mix of habitats supports a great array of wildlife, including turtles, bea...

02/05/2026

This morning we launched a new reservation and registration system to enhance your online experience with a more visual and user-friendly process.

Details for accessing and creating an account in our new reservation and registration system are available online. threeriversparks.org/NewSystem

01/28/2026

Online Rentals & Reservations Blackout Notice
On Wednesday, February 4, we’re launching a new and improved reservation system and registration system to enhance your online experience with a more visual and user-friendly process. Prior to launching our new system, there will be a transition period when online transactions will be unavailable.

From Friday, January 30–Tuesday, February 3, online and over-the-phone transactions will not be available in our current reservation and registration system.

Park visitors will still be able to purchase, reserve and register for the following in-person:
Rental equipment
Day passes
Drop-in programs
Concessions
Merchandise

Downhill skiing, snowboarding and tubing reservations at Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area and Hyland Hills Ski Area will remain available in the current system through the end of the winter season.

For more information about our new registration system, visit our website. threeriversparks.org/NewSystem

01/26/2026

On Wednesday, February 4, we are launching a new and improved reservation and registration system to enhance your online experience with a more visual and user-friendly process.

Details for accessing and creating an account in our new reservation and registration system are available at threeriversparks.org/NewSystem

Blackout Period for Online Rentals & Reservations
Beginning Friday, January 30 – Tuesday, February 3 online and over-the-phone transactions will not be available. Visitors will still be able to make the following purchases in-person at a park during the blackout period:
Concessions
Day Passes
Drop-in Programs
Same Day Rental Equipment
Merchandise

11/11/2025

We are excited to collect gently-used outerwear to distribute to families in need, helping them stay safe and comfortable during the winter months. We are grateful to the Family Resource Centers of Scott County & Shakopee CAPS for organizing the distribution. If you have items to donate, please drop items within the Cleary Lake Visitor Center by December 10. Email [email protected] with any questions.

11/03/2025

Three Rivers staff will be conducting prescribed burns later this week, weather permitting. These burns are a vital land management tool that help restore native habitats, control invasive species, and promote the growth of healthy prairie and woodland ecosystems.

We appreciate your patience and support as we care for this beautiful natural area!

10/16/2025

We’re almost halfway through our month-long Park-tober Hiking Challenge! Hit the trails and find two more keywords at Doyle Kennefick.

To learn more about our Park-tober Hiking Challenge see:
https://www.scottcountymn.gov/2351/Park-tober

09/24/2025

We're kicking off the planning process for the Blakeley Bluffs Park Reserve Long-Range Plan and we want your voice to be part of it!

We're putting together a Community Design Team that will meet regularly and help shape the future of the park. If you're passionate about parks and want to make a difference, this is your chance to get involved!

https://www.scottcountymn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1777

09/26/2024

The sun has been shining down on the open of Doyle-Kennefick this week! Thank you to all of the park guests who have come to explore!

09/24/2024

The Three Rivers Park District and Scott County MN - Government Boards celebrated the official opening of Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 23!

Located in Scott County south of Prior Lake, land for the park was purchased by Scott County and is operated through the Scott County-Three Rivers partnership. Doyle-Kennefick features more than three miles of hiking trails through restored prairie, wetlands, oak forests and alongside some of the highest quality water lily marshes in Scott County. The mix of habitats supports a diverse wildlife population, including turtles, beavers and a variety of birds.

To celebrate the park's opening, programs including a wildflower walk in the prairie and geocaching adventure are taking place this week. Learn more at threeriversparks.org/location/doyle-kennefick-regional-park