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Minnesota's 65 state parks. Come experience the cmtiesand reser.. uralists help visi- beauty and adventure that these great places have vationsystem, re to offer, or find a quiet spot to relax and watch the source manage sun set. ment, events, and pub· Use this guide to find your special place, Minnesota lie relations. style. Every park is unique and offers you its own DNR/Duke DNR/Duke combination of scenery, facilities, natural resources and ..... pieces of Minnesota's history. Minnesota State Park employees are dedicated to preserving natural and cultural resources, while being responsive to public needs and providing a diversity of recreational opportunities. Our employees' professionalism and Minnesota's natural beauty are among the things that make Minnesota's state park system one of the finest in the country. Minnesota's state parks are here for you. If you like what you see, please tell a friend, and be sure to come back soon.
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._._, ...... Ul_...... L Sll(l.eSJ10VVS i-•l.ri-.ci'n..,orf "·'".. Lr,.,hri.nc> in almost parks. (Brochure code Naturalists also provide programs for groups, youth groups and other organizations. The Junior Park Naturalist program is designed especially for children 7-14 who want to . the promise more about our environm~nt. Upon completion i~~ u .....,.'" ....~'·"" C[1[~iJ~n~tted fgt\~~F:~:use. §~~~a<;ed.bi}(e advanced .educational opportunities. (Brochure. · '.!11'J~:~tate park~. ·st. Cmix ! ·code JPN). . . ltbik~s available. Visitor centers, outdoor ··exhibits guided trails. provide additional opportunities learn about park resources. . ijf~.};~; .cool The Lifetimes and Landscapes program 1ties }a,ry pr0yiq~s free, quality summer entertainment rate: sand-• ~"·:! · iver. east Minnesota also offer excellent ONR/Sundberg H Minnesota state parks are rich in history - from ancient Indian campsites and burial mound cemeteries to iron ore mine tours. Individual park histories are explained through maps, brochures, self-guided trails, displays and interpretive programs. Special historical festivals and events are offered seasonally at many parks. (Brochure code SAS). Passport Club The Passport Club is a fun and easy way to keep a record of the different state parks you visit. It is also an incentive to keep exploring and visiting new state parks. After visiting 8, 16, 32 and 65 parks, members receive free patches, nights of camping, posters and more. (Brochure code PPC). r Great cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, sledding, snowshoeing, ice fishing, skating and more await visitors looking for outdoor adventure. Heated trail centers, ski and snowshoe rental and naturalist programs are available in some parks. Bring your camera along to capture the beauty of these sparkling winter landscapes. ~~~-~ a.J:,~j/.icJ~ft~!}f()t: . .camr>ers who want to campground, up Camping Group nters (Brochure code GRC). Modern group centers offer complete modern facilities including cabins, hot showers, dining halls, kitchens and private recreation areas. Available at: Flandrau, Lake Carlos, Lake Shetek, St. Croix, Sibley and Whitewater. (St. Croix and Whitewater are winterized). Semi-modern group centers offer the same facilities as modern centers except they are designed for tent camping or recreational ...... vehicles. Available at: Helmer Myre and Itasca . FriendlJ votu,~~ Rustic group camps are available in most parks. teer c~mp .. These sites offer campsites with tables, fire rings, ground hosts toilets and a water source. provide val~l atile assista~~9: Reservations at many ·.pa~~~ Campsite reservations are available for all state including ._a1t1e Carlos. park campgrounds. While specific sites cannot MN Tourism/Stafford be guaranteed, you are guaranteed a site. A fee is charged for each camping reservation. The 114 mile from a parking area. Campers may camping reservation brochure gives details. have to carry in drinking water. (Brochure code PRB). Group camps and group center reservations are available up to a year in Canoe Camping advance. Picnic shelter reservation policy varies These sites are accessible only from lakes or from park to park. rivers in the park. Most are located near the shore and are secluded, providing vault or pit toilets and a water source (which may need treatment). Horse Camping Areas Eighteen campgrounds have been set up for equestrian use. Sites accommodate trailer units, <"'!f intercl!11tPi~g and most are equipped with a hitching area, water is availab.le :at source and toilets. (Brochure code HO). (:'\'a\n.Y.: s.t·~~' ,Jtla!lts. }"h!·· ..··~·~"' Campground Hosts .~!nturo11•· ~ay Many state parks have volunteer campground f!'18,n.V1f lfn.tio.~~1' ~~owsho~ingin· hosts who "live in" the park and assist campers to one of the by providing information and making your park b,,ckpac:~calllP· visit more enjoyable. In return for assisting s;tes >:such ·.a~ campers, hosts receive free camping. If you are this one· at Bal\• interested in being a campground host, contact l\ing. State Park. the park of your choice. (Brochure code CGH). MN· Tourism/Kuchera .. ··NOll'filWESTERN MINNESOTA NORTHWESTERN ~~ Hayes·Lake visitor favorites in this popular park. The. central• focus, of the park is the The park is located 1. 7 miles off Old lake .and the north fork of the Roseau U.S. Hwy 71 on Beltrami Co. State River. Here there is an abrupt Aid Hwy 20. transition from farmland to wilderness. This secluded park gives Lake Bronson visitors a chance to see a variety of If you've never seen a moose, this Minnesota wildlife. Loons, moose park may give you that opportunity. and beaver can commonly be seen; Located in the transition zone fisher, otter, lynx, black bear and between the prairieland of the Red wolves also live in the area. Located River Valley and the aspen parkland south of Roseau. Access to the park to the east, this park offers a is off Co. State Aid Hwy 4. diversity of wildlife historic tower for a 4,, Itasca A...jL,L'.Jl...... , Bemidji boardwalk into the quiet, .m\rsterm11s world of a spruce tarnarack bog· offers visitors a rare to view orchids, mosses and eating plants. Swimming and pines. on Lake Bemidji, hiking, DNR/Sundberg ...... , ... M, ·""''"'M and snowshoeing are l\HNNESOTA NORTHWESTERN MINNESOTA NORTHWESTERN Maplewood Zippel Bay Visitors are surprised by the size and This is north country! The park is incredible beauty of this west-central located on the shores of Lake of the Minnesota park. There is great Woods, a 950,000 acre lake. The fishing, with eight major lakes in this four miles of white sand beach and 9,250 acre park. The rolling hills and ocean-like waves offer a variety of hardwood forests along the park water recreation opportunities. A drive make it an exciting place to new stone jetty provides a channel watch for wildlife or view fall colors. for safe access to the lake. Located Located 7 miles east of Pelican 10 miles northeast of Williams. From Rapids on State Trunk Hwy 108. State Hwy 11, take Co. Rd. 2 north to Co. Rd. 8 west. Old Mill This historic area was recognized as a community treasure long before it ~ became a state park. Visitors enjoy the old flour mill and log cabin as 'IJ~ well as the clean swimming beach, e campgrounds and woodland trails. Access to the park is 112 mile off = Co. State Aid Hwy 4. ~ ~ = ;~ ~ ~'IJ e = ~ ~ ! ; ~ ~ ~ 'IJe NORTHWESTERN MINNESOTA NORTHWESTERN MINNESOTA NORTHWESTERN MINNESOTA= NORTHEASTERN MINNESOTA NORTllEASTERN Rainy River from the park. Access to pit mine, with numerous stops along the park is via State Hwy 11. the way. The park is located north of Calumet along U.S. Hwy 169. George Cros6y Manitou Jay/Cop~~ For those wanting to get off the Hike the ~istorl· · beaten track, this park offers the essence of tranquility in the rugged north country. Only backpacking campsites are available. They are,. located along the cascading Marirteu River amidst towering pin~~J2· nd ]x:' yellow birch. Water is ava office, but if you plan to., river water, it must be t Finland, take Lake Co. ii~§ to the~Mrk ~. NORTHEASTERN MINNESOTA NORTHEASTERN MINNESOTA NOR'fRir;, ·JV.fl .s.,. ~ ·~~~ McCarthy Beach the seven pristine lakes in the park. ~ A water-recreation enthusiasts' haven.! Scenic is 7 miles east of Bigfork on ~ Sturgeon Lake Chain (4 lakes). Side Co. Rd. 7. ~ Lake, Pickerel Lake, Beatrice Lake, ~ ~ Mark Lake. Trestle Lake and other m Soudan located about 20 miles north of Two '? small lakes provide endless Underground Mine Harbors on U.S. Hwy 61. opportunities for swimming, boating, This is the only underground iron ore fishing and sailing. The park is also mine in the world that you can tour. w Temperance River the midpoint of the Taconite Trail. Take Journey down 2,400 feet through the One of the most interesting geologic U.S. Hwy 169 north out of Hibbing to mine shaft to the 27th level, then features in the park is the narrow St. Louis Co. Rd. 5. Follow this county ride the rails back into the mine to Temperance River gorge with its road 16 miles to the park. see the work of Minnesota miners. many waterfalls. The rapidly flowing Take U.S. Hwy 169 to Soudan and river cut deep potholes in and along Moose Lake follow the signs. the riverbed. Located 1 mile north of A sunny beach and open grassy Schroeder on U.S. Hwy 61. areas for Frisbee or other sports makes this park a fun, family recreation area. The campground is high on the hill overlooking Echo Lake. Located 1I4 mile east of 1-35 at the Moose Lake exit; the park entrance is off Co. Hwy 13 7. w Savanna Portage Hike the historic Savanna Portage Trail where voyageurs, explorers and Indians once carried canoes and heavy packs. Or walk high above on the Continental Divide Trail where water flows either to the Mississippi River or Lake Superior. This northern Tettegouche lake country offers excellent This park serves as one of the swimming, boating and fishing headquarters for information on the opportunities. Take MN Hwy 65 to m Split Rock North Shore. It is also a spectacular Aitkin Co. Hwy 14, then follow 14 Lighthouse destination. Hike out to the rocky, and 36 east 10 miles to the park. The beautiful, historic lighthouse and wind-swept Shovel Point, or back into history center are the focal points, one of the four, quiet inland lakes. ,, Scenic but plan to spend some time hiking And, of course, don't miss the So named because many would say and camping to really appreciate the beautiful High Falls on the Baptism it is the most scenic state park in park and Lake Superior. Day Hill, River, the highest waterfall inside Minnesota. You will have to come Corundum Point and access to the Minnesota's border. Tettegouche is judge for yourself! Camp in the Superior Hiking Trail are some of the located 4Y2 miles east of Silver Bay modern campground; or you might popular trails. This is the only park on U.S. Hwy 61. want to venture back into one of the with cart-in campsites. The park is canoe or backpack sites on one of MINNESOTA NORTHEASTERN MINNESOTA NORTHEASTERN MINNESOTA Charles A. Interstate Lindbergh. Thefascinating glaCiaLpotholes and Located on the outski.rts of Little Falls, the steep narrowri~et.norge on the this park offers quietpicriic grounds St Croix River O)~ke this an. exciting and scenic trails. Eagles, hawks and park to hike, canoe :and explore. owls can often be seen alon~Jheriver Geologically, it is ()ne.Qfthe most and inthe surrounding.fo.re~ts.Across significant sites in}Jlirmesota. the street, on the. bariks .of the Vi.sitars also· enjoy .the 'interpretive Mississippi.Hiver, is the •. boyhood center and the excutsion boat tour home of the famous aviator, Charles···· d.own t~e river. Jhe park entrance is A. Lindbergh, Jr. The park entrapce is located on StateHwy8,·one.mile located one mile southwest of Little .south· of Taylors F(llls. Falls· on Co. Rd. ·52: Lake Maria Crow,\'i#~ Fall is a .favorite time for hikers and Walkalong the historic R.e~ ~iver Ox horseback ri.ders in this beautiful CartJrail past the'remair~ .. of th~ pa~k pf maple-basswood forests. The once prosperou5:. tovvn~ite of g1d. c.row ··. large, trail center features wildflower Wing .. Indians; settlers .a.n;d P.eople. of paintings by a local artist. The park today have long appre~iated the can be reached from the south via beauty of ·this site ·at the ccmfluen~e Co. State Aid Hwy 39 and Wright Co. of the .Crow Wing and Mississippi · 11 L or fro11lthe north via Go. State Rivers. Take time to read.the Aid Hwy 8 and Wright Co. 111. interpretive signs and. hike th.e trails. to capture a s~nse of the. arn~'s history. Lacs ..... ,._...... --..a ... Located 9. miles south of ~rainerr,J on .This 10,000 acre park offers an U.S. Hwy 37.1. Park headquarters 2 olitstallding woodland trail system miles west of 371 on Co. 27. that. is afavorite of hikers, skiers, · snowmobilers and. horseback riders. FatherHennepin Climb to the topof the lOO foot This park is t.he gateway to Mille ub.servation tower for a spectacular Lacs Lake, where you canexperience view. of the area. Visit the the excitement of1all kinas of water interpretive cent7rto learn the recreation. The park offers a Qatural fasctnating story of 5,000 years of sand beach and boat. access on the hurnan activity in this National southeastemshore of t~e lake. Hjs,t9rrc Landmark. Entrnnce is one Located off of State. Hwy 27, just mile off U.S. Hwy 169 on Co. Rd. 26. westo.f Isle. Cro1X: Our largestMinn~sota state park, with over 34,000 acres, has three far!)ily.campgrounds and facilities for large grqups .. Canoeing is popular on botttthe St Croix and Kettle Rivers in toe.park; they are a combination MINNESOTA CENTRAL MIM\"'ESOTA CENTRAL MINNESOTA CENTRAL of flat water and easy rapids. Be through the park, but it is a much sure to visit the interpretive center, · quieter spot than the busy Bring your bike along, or rent one in Headwaters. Canoeists and hikers the park to ride on the paved bike enjoy a nice view of the river from paths. Located 16 miles east of the park. Take State Hwy 6 to Co. Rd. Hinckley on State Hwy 48. Park 65 west, then north on Co. Rd. 138. headquarters is on Co. Rd. 22, five miles south of the park entrance. Schoolcraft The park is sometimes called Little Itasca because here too, you will find the giant pine forest. The Mississippi River is a little wider as it flows Wild River The beautiful St. Croix River is one of the eight original National Wild and Scenic Rivers. Eagles, woodcock, ruffed grouse, bluebirds, beaver and otter are just a few of the wildlife species that abound in the park. The visitor center highlights the natural resources and cultural history of the area. An all-season trail center is the focal point for the park's 35 mile trail system. Take State Hwy 95 to Co. Rd. 12. MINNESOTA CENTRAL MINNESOTA CENTRAL MINNESOTA CENTRAL MINNESOTA ski the traits, or spring-fed pool. Walk along wooded river valley, climb the valley to Sioux Lookout or simply enjoy Brawner lake. The park is located off State Hwy 23, ten miles south of Marshall. Flandrau Nestled in the valley of the Cottonwood River, this park offers hikers and skiers, a diversity of landscapes; from wooded river bottoms to oxbow marshes to scenic hill prairies. There are many opportunities for wildlife observation, and summer visitors enjoy the sand Big Stone Lake bottom swimming pool. F(orn Hwy 15 northeast of Lakefield, 5 miles east On the shores of this large reservoir, & 68 in New Ulm, of State Hwy 86 on Jackson Co. 24. SOUTHWESTERN MINNESOTA SOUTHWESTERN MINNESOTA SOUTlflt'~ s~~ ~)r Upper Sioux ~ Agency ~ The Yellow Medicine River is one of ~ the most scenic rivers in southwestern ~ Minnesota. Here, at its confluence 7 with the Minnesota River, the land becomes a collection of open prairie knolls, bluffs and cool, wooded slopes. The visitor center and Upper Sioux Agency historic site give a good background of the area history and natural resources. The park is located on State Hwy 67, eight miles southeast of Granite Falls. ~ Swimming is ··a popular su11tmer Sibley activity, espe There is something for everyone at this cially at·· Flan active west-central Minnesota park, drau's new sand including special events such as a bottom swim· spring Loon Days Children's Festival, ming pool. summer music concerts and autumn DNR/Duke Heritage Days. Hiking to the Mt. Tom vista, enjoying a variety of water sports Minneopa in the park's five lakes and cross Visit the picturesque Seppman Mill country skiing are other visitor and hike woodland trails along the favorites. The main entrance to the Minnesota River. The picnic shelter park is on U.S. Hwy 71, 15 miles near the scenic Minneopa Falls is a north of Willmar. favorite site for weddings and family reunions. Located 5 miles west of Split Rock Creek Mankato on State Hwy 68 and U.S. Enjoy a swim in Split Rock Lake or Hwy 169. walk down to the dam area for good fishing or just to see the picturesque Monson Lake stone bridge built by the WPA in With lake, wetlands and hardwood 1937. Be sure to stop by the Prairie forests, this park has excellent Hill Trail Center for an excellent vista habitat for wildlife. Summer evenings and to learn more about the area. are a good time to watch for Just north of the park is the famous pelicans, waterfowl and western Pipestone National Monument. grebes feeding near the water's Located 7 miles southwest of ~ edge. Access is off State Hwy 104, Pipestone off State Hwy 23. just south of Sunburg, via Co. State ifl; Aid Hwy 18. e ~ SOUTHWESTERN MINNESOTA SOUTHWESTERN Mll'\'NESOTA SOUTHWESTERN MINNESOTA MINNESOTA SOUTHEASTERN Frontenac SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ,, O.L. Kipp Sakatah Lake High on the bluffs overlooking t~e On the boundary between the prairie Mississippi River, scenic overlooks and the "Big Woods," this park offers are easily reached by walking trails a diversity of landscapes. Sakatah Valley Visitor Center and the Chimney and offer a chance to get away in the Singing Hills State Trail runs through Rock Geological Center. John Latsch quiet bluff country. Oak-hickory the park, providing miles of hiking, Wayside offers additional camping woods, pine plantations, and goat biking, skiing and snowmobile nearby. Whitewater is located 3 miles prairies provide excellent birding, opportunities. A bicycle touring camp south of Elba on State Hwy 74. hiking and scenery. Access to the will be completed in 1990. The park park is off 1-90 at Co. Rd. 12. Take entrance is located oft State Hwy 60, Winona Co. Hwy 3 (Apple Blossom one mile east of the intersection of Drive) to the park entrance. State Hwy 13 and 60 at Waterville, or 14 miles west of Faribault. Rice Lake Waterfowl are attracted to Rice Lake Whitewater because of the shallow water and Discover the beauty of southeastern marshy edges. Spring and fall are Minnesota's bluftlands, with its the best times to see large flocks of absence of mosquitoes. This park birds. Spring wildflowers and deer features six scenic overlooks and observation are other visitor excellent trout fishing in the spring fed favorites. Located 7 miles east of Whitewater River and Trout Run Creek. Owatonna on Steele Co. Hwy 19. Be sure to see the new Whitewater ~ 111~ ~ muTHEASTERN MINNESOTA SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA~ lUETRO TWIN ETRO TWIN CITIE . Fort Snelling .. Minnesota Valley i Take time to hike or ski out to Pike One of Minnesota's best kept = Island, the location where the mighty secrets, this park as outstanding = Mississippi and the Minnesota Rivers natural resources and recreational converge. Canoe and paddleboat opportunities only minutes away fr~Hll rental - as well as a popular beach the Twin Cities. Trails follow along - are available on Snelling Lake. the river. Lakes, historic farmsteads This park is ideal for group picnics, and abundant wildlife are a few of with polo grounds available for field the many resources. Canoeing is also activities. Be sure to visit the Pike popular on the river. Access is off Island Interpretive Center and hike or U.S. Hwy 169, west of Jordan. bike up to the Historic Fort S elling, strategically located on the bluff . William O'Brien overlooking the river valley. The park This year-round recreation area is on entrance is located on Post Road off the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway .., State Hwy 5. among rolling, wooded hills and flood ~ plain forests. Camping, canoeing, ~ hiking, swimming, interpretive programs, picnicking and cross- Q.., 62. Afton country skiing are favorite pastimes. ; The rugged, rolling landscape of this The park is located on State Hwy 95, fl1 park provides excellent hiking and 2 miles north of Marine on St. Croix. skiing opportunities with scenic overlooks of the St. Croix River. The The metro area Prairie Walk interpretive trail, oak state parks offer savannas and wooded river valley offer good places for an interesting contrast of wildlife friends and fami -'! habitats. The visitor center offers a lies to gather, such as the pic ; good place to get oriented to the trails nic area at Wil- and special features of the park. From 1i am O'Brien ~ St. Paul, go 8 miles east on 1-94, 7 State Park. Sce miles south on Co. Rd. 15 then 3 ;= nic rivers, lakes fl1 miles east on Co. Rd. 20. and trails pro vide additional outdoor recrea ;.., tion. 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Lake Two Harbors, MN Ely, MN 55731 Grand Marais, MN (218) 485-4059 55616 no phone 55604 (218) 384-4610 (507) Rt. 3 Box 230 Rt. 2 1000 Co. 137 (21 Rt. 2 Box 57 Birchdale, MN 56629 (507) 662-6258 Moose Lake, MN (21 Caledonia, MN 55921 Rt. l Box 122 55767 Box 8~9 (612) 345-3401 Lakefield, MN 56150 , Schroeder, MN 55613 (612) 839-3663 Rt. 2 Box 134 (507) 334-8848 Rt. 1 Box 153 Lake MN 55041 (612) 752-4 736 9700 l 70th St. E. Ortonville, MN 56278 Rt. 5 Box 74A Nerstrand, MN 55053 Montevideo, MN 56265 Kipp (507) 283-4892 Call Tettegouche at (507) 643-6849 Upper Rt. 1 (218) 226-3539 (218) Rt. 4 (612) Luverne, MN 56156 474 Hwy. 61 E. 3401 State Park Rd. NE Winona, MN 55987 Rt. 2 Box 92 Silver MN 55614 Bemidji, MN 5660 I Granite Falls, MN (218) 498-2124 (218) 437-8174 56241 Rt. 2 Box 118 (612) 239-2860 (218) 754-2200 Rt. 1Box42 Glyndon, MN 56547 Rt. 2 Box 126 Box 9 Argyle, MN 56713 (507) 932-3007 Starbuck, MN 56381 Lake Bronson, MN lake Rt. 1 Box 256 (507) 865-4530 56734 (507) 451-7406 Altura, MN 55910 Rt. 1 Box 9 (218) Rt. 3 Box 45 Lynd, MN 56157 (218) 834-3787 (612) 852-7200 Owatonna, MN 55060 (612) 583-2125 Cadev 1300 Hwy. 61 E. Rt. 2 Box 240 39755 Park Trail (507) 534-3400 Two Harbors, Carlos, MN 56319 (612) 384-6591 Center MN 55012 (507) 932-3007 MN 55616 (612) 384-6657 Rt. l Box 256 Rt. 3 Box 450 (612) 433-1'Z17r osoo Altura, MN 55910 no phone; contact Hinckley, MN 55037 16821 O'Brien Trail N. DNR Info. Center lake Marine on St. Croix, (218) 387-1543 St. Paul, MN (507) 362-4438 MN 55047 (218) 226-3539 (800) 652-9747 (612) 878-2325 Rt. 2 Box 19 Zippe! Bay HCR 3 Box 450 Rt. l Box 128 Waterville, MN 56096 (218) 783-6252 Lutsen, MN 55612 Monticello, MN 55362 Williams, MN 56686 (218) (612) (507) 763-3256 HCR 3 Box 591 P.O. Box 364 Myre Rt. l Box 164 McGregor, MN 55760 Little Falls, MN 56345 (507) 373-5084 Currie, MN 56123 VVing Rt. 3 Box 33 (218) 743-3362 (218) 829-8022 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Rt. 2 7100 State Park Rd. SW Brainerd, MN 56401 (218) 247-7215 Box 376 (218) 566-2383 Calumet, MN 55716 HCR 4 Box 181 (218) 11 Deer River, MN 56636 (612) 465-5711 HCR 5 Box 341 Sibley Box 254 Hibbing, MN 55746 (612) 354-2055 (507) 354-3519 Taylors Falls, MN 800 Sibley Park Rd. NE 1300 Summit Ave. 55084 (612) 532-3523 New London, MN New Ulm, MN 56073 HC-67 Box 85 56273 Onamia, MN 56359 plates do not need a permit. Group coordinators are en couraged to contact the park at least two weeks in advance. of Parks and The Department of Natural Recreation also manages 14 state Resources Information Center waysides. These sites have been can provide you with free set aside for their scenic beauty, detailed information about state unique resources, or historical parks. The center is open Monday significance. They have limited through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 facilities; only John Latsch has p.m. To order additional· state camping (six rustic sites). park brochures, use the brochure State parks are open to the public codes listed in this publication. year-round from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Annual park vehicle Pets are allowed in state parks I Us permits give everyone in the though they must be kept on a Twin Cities - 296-4776 vehicle unlimited access to all 65 leash (six foot maximum length) Toll free in Minnesota - state parks. Daily park entrance and be personally attended at all 800-652-9747 (Ask for DNR) permits may be purchased at a times. Pets are not allowed in Telecommunications Device for nominal fee. Special discounts buildings or on beaches, except Deaf- 612-296-5484 are available for Minnesota for hearing or seeing-eye dogs. senior citizens, handicapped Owners must insure that their Visit/Mail Address: people and second-vehicle pets are not a nuisance. In mowed DNR Information Center permits. All permits are available or maintained areas, owners 500 Lafayette Road at park entrances, and annual should clean up after their pets. St. Paul, MN 55155-4040 permits are available at the DNR St. Paul office, 500 Lafayette Road. These funds help operate Gathering of any firewood is and preserve the park system. prohibited in all areas of state parks. Firewood is available for ~ sale at most parks. All Minnesota state parks accept I-WO- zin VISA or MasterCard along with cash and personal checks for A complete set of state park rules g, ~~w park purposes. Wood, ice, pop is available in all park offices or and other convenience items, as at the DNR Information Center. well as gift and souvenir items, (Brochure code SPR). ~ are available in most parks. /JJJ~Wi~ Groups wishing to visit by bus must secure a vehicle permit. Printed on Vehicles with tax-exempt license Recyclable paper 89-236M