Fischer Avenue Trailhead

A new trailheadwas constructed at 13580 Fischer Ave., Nininger Township in Spring Lake Park Reserve. It is between the Mississippi River and Bison Prairie.

The new trailhead offers an enhanced visitor experience. It provides greater access to the restored prairie and bison range. The project includes:

• A picnic shelter with views of the bison range and Mississippi River
• A paved trail that connects to existing trails, forming a loop around the bison enclosure
• A parking lot with handicap-accessible spaces and a designated bus drop-off area
• Upgrades to the existing Fischer Avenue
• ​Onsite restroom facilities

The project's funding included requirements to safeguard the project site. These include extensive habitat and wildlife conservation and archaeological assessment, including native tribal input.

Construction of the new facility began in September 2025. It was completed in summer 2026. ​Cost of construction was about $4.3 million.

During the construction, the access to Fischer Avenue was restricted to construction vehicles.

Provide inp​​​ut

You can provide input on the project by emailing to Yao Xiao, Capital Project Management, at yao.xiao@co.dakota.mn.us.​