Explore Minnesota State Parks

Afton
Banning
Bear Head
Beaver Creek Valley
Lake
Bemidji
Big Bog
Big Stone
Blue
Mounds
Buffalo River
Camden
Carley
Charles
Lindbergh
Cascade
Crow
Wing
Cuyuna
Father
Hennepin
Flandrau
Fort
Snelling
Forestville-
Mystery Cave
Fort Ridgely
Frontenac
Franz Jevne
Garden Island
GeorgeCrosby Manitou
Glacial Lakes
Glendalough
Gooseberry
Grand Portage
Great River Bluffs
Greenleaf
Hayes Lake
Interstate
Itasca
Jay Cooke
John Latsch
Judge Magney
Kilen Woods
Lac Qui Parle
La Salle
Lake Carlos
Lake Bronson
Lake Louise
Lake
Maria
Lake Shetek
Lake Vermilion
Maplewood
McCarthy
Beach
Mille Lacs
MN
Valley
Minneopa
Monson
Myre-Big
Nerstrand
Old Mill
Red River
Rice Lake
Sakatah
Savanna Portage
Schoolcraft
Scenic
Sibley
Split Rock Creek
Split Rock Lighthouse
St. Croix
Temperance River
Tettegouche
Wild River
Wm. O'Brien
Whitewater
Zippel Bay
A wooden boardwalk winds through a lush, green forest under a bright blue sky with few wispy clouds. Tall trees line both sides of the path in Big Bog State Recreation Area, suggesting a peaceful, natural setting for a walk or hike.
Big Bog State Recreation Area
A grassy trail through a meadow with wildflowers and tall grasses under a cloudy sky. A wooden signpost on the right reads "Big Sky Trail" and "Prairie Smoke Trail," with arrows pointing in different directions like navigation icons on a web design page builder. Trees are visible in the distance.
Buffalo River State Park
A wooden bridge stretches across a small path covered in fallen leaves, leading into a dense forest of tall trees with vibrant autumn foliage in shades of orange and yellow. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Charles A. Lindbergh State Park
A serene landscape featuring a grassy hillside on the left, with trees lined along its edge. A calm lake reflects the blue sky and clouds. Dense green foliage is visible on the opposite shore under a partly cloudy sky during daylight.
Crow Wing State Park
A cyclist wearing a white long-sleeve shirt, black shorts, and a white helmet rides a mountain bike on a trail in Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area. The path overlooks a scenic lake surrounded by lush greenery. The sky is partly cloudy, and the cyclist carries a yellow backpack.
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
A serene lakeside scene at sunset within Franz Jevne State Park features a rocky shore in the foreground. The calm water reflects a gradient sky transitioning from orange to blue, while bare trees and grassy terrain on the opposite shore enhance the tranquil atmosphere under soft sunlight.
Franz Jevne State Park
Lush landscape with short waterfall in background and mossy rocks in front
Banning State Park
A night sky vividly displays the milky way with countless stars and Jupiter and Saturn, stretching above a dark lake surrounded by silhouetted pine trees.
Bear Head Lake State Park
A serene waterfall cascades over rocky terrain in Cascade River State Park, surrounded by lush, green trees. The water flows into a small, clear pool at the base of the falls. The setting appears natural and tranquil, with tree limbs extending over the stream and plants growing around the rocks.
Cascade River State Park
A serene lakeside scene at sunset in Father Hennepin State Park, with a rocky shore and overhanging tree branches. The sky is painted with vibrant pink and purple hues, reflecting off the calm water. Tall grasses and scattered stones are visible in the foreground.
Father Hennepin State Park
A serene waterfall cascades over rocky terrain amidst a lush, green forest. The sky above is partly cloudy with patches of bright blue, adding contrast to the vibrant greenery and the rushing white water.
George H. Crosby Manitou State Park
A cascading waterfall flows over multiple rocky ledges surrounded by lush greenery and trees at Gooseberry Falls State Park. The water appears to be gently misting as it descends, creating a serene and picturesque natural scene in a tranquil forest setting.
Gooseberry Falls State Park
A scenic landscape at State Park featuring a lush green hill with scattered large rocks in the foreground. The hill slopes down to a calm river bordered by dense trees, reminiscent of Big Stone Lake. The sky above is partially cloudy with patches of blue.
Big Stone Lake State Park
A person with a red backpack stands in a grassy field, looking up at a large rocky cliff under a clear blue sky with wispy clouds. The scene suggests a sense of adventure and exploration in a natural landscape.
Blue Mounds State Park
A serene pond surrounded by colorful autumn foliage with vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow. A small wooden bridge crosses the water on the right. The sky above is a deep, clear blue, and a sandy path leads to the edge of the pond.
Camden State Park
A serene park in autumn featuring picnic tables scattered among trees. One tree displays vibrant red and orange foliage, contrasting with the surrounding green trees. At Flandrau State Park, a person in a red hoodie is walking in the background, adding a pop of color to the scene.
Flandrau State Park
An old stone building stands in the distance under a clear sky at Fort Ridgely State Park, surrounded by green fields and trees. In the foreground, stone ruins are partially covered with grass and plants. The sunlight casts a warm glow over the entire scene.
Fort Ridgely State Park
A tranquil lake with still blue water reflecting the clear sky. Sparse reeds and plants emerge from the water in the foreground. The background features a tree-lined shore with vibrant green foliage under a sunny sky.
Greenleaf Lake State Recreation Area
A serene autumn landscape at Afton State Park by a calm lake with a sandy shore lined by vibrant, colorful trees under a clear blue sky. A large rock sits prominently in the foreground.
Afton State Park
A single autumn leaf floats on reflective water, surrounded by vibrant yellow and orange ripples, creating an abstract, serene image of fall in the heart of one of the city's recreational areas.
Beaver Creek Valley State Park
Two people wearing hats walk hand-in-hand along a path through a forest. The path is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant blue wildflowers. Trees with fresh green leaves create a canopy overhead, giving the scene a peaceful, springtime ambiance.
Carley State Park
A serene underground cave features a calm, clear pool of water reflecting the rock formations above. Warm yellow lighting enhances the rugged textures of the rocks and casts a golden glow, revealing hints of green and blue underwater.
Forestville-Mystery Cave State Park
A concrete arch bridge spans over a tranquil river at sunset. The sky is ablaze with vibrant shades of orange and pink, reflecting in the water below. In the foreground, remnants of old wooden posts stick out of the ice and water near the riverbank.
Fort Snelling State Park
A picnic area with many people sitting and walking and an expansive lake in the distance.
Frontenac State Park