Lake Maria State Park

Dave Riewe/ P&TC photo contest

A wooded oasis amid the remnant "Big Woods" dotted with quiet lakes.

Exploring the Park

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The park has 17 remote backpack sites.

Cynthia Vehe / P&TC photo contest

Hike through the canopy of the hardwood forest.

Dave Riewe / P&TC photo contest Fun Quiz - Trees in Minnesota

Fall brings spectacular yellows, reds, and orange leaves.

Jennifer Piekarski / P&TC photo contest

Sunset over ponds at Lake Maria State Park

John Dykstra / P&TC photo contest

14 miles of trails start near the trail center.

Lisa Filter / P&TC

The park has 3 remote camper cabins the you must hike a mile to get to.

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Park Location

Park Highlights

Trails

Hiking ~ 14 miles
Accessible ~ Boardwalk
Bicycle ~ mountain and paved near park
Skiing ~ 6.2 miles
Skate-skiing~ 2 miles of groomed trails
Snowshoe ~ Anywhere
Horse Trail~ 6 miles

Camping

Activities

Upcoming Events at Lake Maria State Park

Our Friends Group Partner

Friends of Lake Maria State Park

The Friends of Lake Maria State Park work together to preserve the park’s environment and support park activities

Friends Since: 1996

Parks & Trails Council is proud to be the fiscal sponsor for this Friends Group.

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Lake Maria State Park is owned by the State of Minnesota and managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. For more information visit their website.