PARKS & TRAILS

City Parks

Manson is home to several public parks providing numerous outdoor recreation amenities for residents and visitors alike. The Manson Park Board is active in the planning and implementation of continuous improvements to the public spaces and equipment. Several local organizations provide volunteers for upkeep of the flowerbeds in various public spaces.

 

Three State Parks and two County parks, with playground, picnic and shelter house facilities, are located within 10 miles of Manson.

The MNW School District’s outdoor athletic facilities, located in the West portion of the Fairgrounds Park, have undergone significant improvements/enhancements over the past few years.

City Trails

North Twin Lakes Recreation Trail
A newly developed 7-mile multi-use recreation trail is located 5 miles west of Manson, at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area. The 10-foot wide, concrete trail, encircles North Twin Lake – winding through the State and County parks, the Twin Lakes Christian Center, Gutz Prairie, and many lakeside scenic areas. The trail has been enhanced with split-rail fencing and crossings, trees and plantings, and rest areas with benches.

Water Tower Park Campground