MAP AND GUIDE: ABOUT THE PARK SO EVERYONE CAN ENJOY THE PARK... ZIPPEL BAY Zippel Bay State Park was created in 1959 to offer STATE PARK recreational access to Lake of the Woods. The ocean-like A FULL SET OF STATE PARK RULES AND lake comprises the boundary between the United States REGULATIONS IS AVAILABLE AT MNDNR.GOV. 3684 54TH AVENUE NORTHWEST and Canada. Lake of the Woods played a key role in the PARK OPEN WILLIAMS, MN 56686 exploration, fur trade and eventual settlement of the 8 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY Zippel Bay area. With 14,000 islands and 1,485 square 218-783-6252 miles of water, recreational opportunities are endless. VEHICLE PERMITS Come for walleye fishing, birdwatching, boating, camping, Permits required; purchase at park office or entrance kiosk. VISITOR TIPS diverse wildlife or to relax along the sandy shoreline. The park offers a unique and peaceful PETS WELCOME • Large fifth wheel campers and RVs experience along Lake of the Woods. Keep on 6-foot leash; pick up after; attend are not advised past Ridge at all times; not allowed in buildings or Campground due to narrow roads, on beaches. lack of turn-arounds and small TRAIL HIGHLIGHTS campsites. − CAMPGROUND QUIET HOURS 0.75 miles one-way 10 p.m.– 8 a.m.; only registered campers • Picking edible fruits and Hiking Club Trail may be in campground during quiet hours. mushrooms is allowed in the park Mostly flat • Mowed grass • Sand for personal use only. Walk along the shoreline of Lake of the Woods for the sights and sounds of the big lake. See tangled FIREWOOD • Be sure all food items are secured driftwood in the sand and hear common terns and splashing waves. You may even spot the endangered Must be purchased at this park or from Piping Plover. Please give any nesting birds plenty of space. vendors who sell wood approved for this and campsites are kept clean. park; no gathering firewood in the park. • In an emergency call 911. • Non-emergency sheriff’s Trail from the Swimming Beach to the Carry-in Access 0.25 miles one-way number: 218-634-1143 Mostly flat • Mowed grass • Packed dirt BE OUR GUEST Watch for numerous birds and several rare orchids on this wooded trail near the shoreline. Reserve non-electric campsites or the group camp and stay awhile. Call 866-857-2757 or ONLY HAVE AN HOUR? South Loop Trail 2 mile loop visit mndnr.gov/reservations • Follow the Hiking Club Trail along Mostly flat • Packed dirt the shore to the rock jetties where Bring your camera and binoculars on this hike. The woods along this trail are home to a variety of birds Zippel Bay flows into the lake. and wildlife. Look for edible wild berries in season. • Visit the swimming beach to take a MORE INFORMATION dip, walk the beach or have a picnic. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources MORE TO EXPLORE AT THE PARK Information Center • Hike a short distance from the 500 Lafayette Rd. , St. Paul, MN 55155-4040 marina parking lot to the top of a • Check out a birding kit, GPS unit, Kids Activity • Rent a canoe from the park office and paddle 888-646-6367 or mndnr.gov/parks Kit or fishing pole for free from the park office. the self-guided water tour around Zippel Bay. rock outcrop for a view of the bay. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Watch for shorebirds along the way. • Horseback ride on designated trails. Don’t This information may be available in alternative format upon request. forget to purchase a horse pass. • In winter, enjoy cross-country ski, snowshoe or LOOKING FOR MORE TO DISCOVER? • Watch for deer, black bear, coyote and other snowmobile trails. There is no winter camping VISIT MNDNR.GOV/ZIPPELBAY wildlife throughout the park. at this park.