The advantages of living in North Oaks go beyond beautiful scenery and easy 15-minute access to both Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Private lakes provide canoeing, sailing, and kayaking opportunities. Pleasant Lake Beach not only offers swimming but there are also picnic tables, grills, and playgrounds.

The city has four active recreational sites and numerous neighborhood parks. The West Recreational Area has rinks for hockey and skating, and soccer and baseball fields. The East Recreational Area is a center for tennis. The Southpointe Recreational Area has baseball and soccer fields.