Location / Parking: Forest Inn
Join us for the annual Lantern Light Event at Itasca State Park! Bundle up to walk, snowshoe, or ski and let the glow of candlelight guide you through towering pines under a starry night sky. The lantern-lit trail will begin and end at the Forest Inn. Warm up by a campfire placed at the mid-point of the trail before heading back to the Forest Inn, where we invite you to gather outside on the heated patio or inside to enjoy live music.
RENTALS … When snow conditions allow, skis and snowshoes can be rented from Itasca Sports. Adult and youth sizes available. Located inside the Forest Inn.
FOOD … The Itasca Sports concession stand sells hot or cold beverages and snacks.
MORE … Stay for the weekend! Itasca State Park offers winter camping and lodging!
A Minnesota state parks vehicle permit is required on all vehicles in the park. A Minnesota Ski Pass is required for all skiers over 16 years old. Purchase permits and passes at the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center during business hours or purchase them online in advance. Pets are not allowed on groomed ski trails or inside park buildings.