Must-visit Parks in Mankato

Jim Santori: Great venue for summer concerts and home of the Mankato Piece

Jim Santori: Future home of the Holiday Lights come Christmas 2012. Present home of a petting zoo.

Jim Santori: You have to take to the trails to fully appreciate this park.

Jim Santori: Home of many baseball and softball tournaments

Jim Santori: Great place for a peaceful walk with plenty of activities for the kids

Jim Santori: The city has great plans for this park. But meanwhile it's nice to just walk the paths the wind around inside.

Jim Santori: Home of the Moondogs! They serve craft beer during the season and Angie Kettle Corn.