//
City in Minnesota, United States
Photo: Gabriel Vanslette, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Coon Rapids is a city in Anoka County, in the Twin Cities region of Minnesota. It is a northern suburb of Minneapolis and home to 63,000 people in 2019.
From the travel guide. Select a place for details, a map and what is nearby.
A seasonal outdoor water spot with 3-foot, air-generated waves creating an ocean feel.
Coon Rapids Dam
The 446-acre Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park is one of the most popular in Anoka County. It is a year-round destination, especially during the cross-country ski season. Picnicking, fishing, in-line skating, walking, and bicycling are favorite activities in the park. The boat launch is heavily used during the summer. Additional Information: All motorized vehicles require a vehicle entry permit to the regional parks. Entry permits are available at the Gate House, Visitor Center, and Anoka County License Centers.
Indoor pool, free wifi, free breakfast.
Indoor pool, free wifi, free breakfast.
U.S. Highway 10 and Minnesota Highway 610 are the two highways in Coon Rapids
Read in the guideChoose an airport to see hotels, stations, taxi ranks and car rental desks around it.
Minneapolis · International · MSP
Loading places around the airport…
Articles and travel topics about Coon Rapids and United States.
Travel tipsFind the cheapest countries to fly to from the US and UK in 2026. Compare realistic round-trip flight deals, budget airlines, and prime booking windows.
8 min read
Travel tipsFind the best time to visit Hawaii in 2026. Compare whale seasons, big-wave surf, dry shoulder months, hotel rates, and island microclimates.
8 min read
InspirationDiscover the best places to visit in April. Compare Dutch tulip fields, Thailand's Songkran water festival, Roman spring gardens, and cherry blossoms.
6 min read
Travel tipsA practical guide to travelling with medication and refrigerated drugs like insulin and GLP-1s. Learn airline rules, customs papers, and cooling tips.
7 min read
Every section of the guide. Open one to read it in full.