Playground Beach is a public swimming beach on Lake Minnetonka within the Excelsior Commons. It is next to Commons Playground.
The 13-acre Excelsior Commons includes open recreation areas, picnic sites, playgrounds, two swimming beaches, tennis courts, baseball fields, a band shell, bathhouse, public restrooms, docks, buoys, and docking for public excursion boats that provide lake access for those who do not own personal boats.
In addition to traditional park uses, such as picnics and family gatherings, the Excelsior Commons and Port of Excelsior serve diverse recreational opportunities for all age groups with the annual Art Fair, Fourth of July celebration, organized sports, and other large events.
PARKING
- Small parking lot (with handicap accessible parking)
- Additional paid parking available along The Commons
- Parking is limited during major events (e.g. during 4th of July Celebration, Concerts in the Commons)
FEATURES
- Sand bottom beach on Lake Minnetonka
- Next to Commons Playground
SEATING
- Uncovered picnic tables
- Benches near beach and playground area
AMENITIES
- Bathrooms available in building up the hill from the playground
- Porta potty available near the parking lot
