Minneopa State Park

Bobby Duehring / P&TC photo contest

Visit the Bison on the prairie and walk the bridge over the waterfall

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Exploring the Park

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Visitors can drive through the bison enclosure.
Bobby Duehring / P&TC photo contest Fun Quiz - Minnesota Wildlife
Dramatic winter waterfalls
Tomas Alvarez / P&TC photo contest
Visit the old mill to explore some of the park's history.
Courtesy of Randy Wood
Bring your bikes and peddle the connected trail system into Mankato along the Red Jacket Trail.
Terri Michels / P&TC photo contest
A yellow warbler sings from the sumac bush
Jon Wood / P&TC photo contest
Minneopa falls
Jeff Moravec / P&TC photo contest

Park Location

Park Highlights

Trails

  • Hiking ~ 4.5 miles
  • Paved Bicycle ~ .2 miles + connection extensive city trail system
  • Snowshoe (rental available) ~ Anywhere in park

Camping

  • Drive-in sites ~ 61 Sites
  • Electric ~ 6 sites
  • Camper Cabin ~ sleeps 5
  • Group Camp~ 4 sites

Activities

  • Picnic area and shelter
  • Volleyball
  • Interpretive Exhibit
  • Historic Site~ Historic windmill
MNDNR Official Page - Minneopa State Park

Events

at Minneopa State Park
Graphic announcing Free Park Day: Enjoy free entrance to all Minnesota state parks and recreation areas, with park-themed icons in the background.

Free Park Day

Saturday, June 13, 2026 @ 5:00 am – 10:00 pm –

On four days each year, all Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas offer free admission to everyone – no vehicle permits needed!

Free park days in 2026

Monday, January 19

Saturday, April 25

Saturday, June 13

Friday, November 27

Graphic announcing Free Park Day: Enjoy free entrance to all Minnesota state parks and recreation areas, with park-themed icons in the background.

Free Park Day

Friday, November 27, 2026 @ 5:00 am – 10:00 pm –

On four days each year, all Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas offer free admission to everyone – no vehicle permits needed!

Free park days in 2026

Monday, January 19

Saturday, April 25

Saturday, June 13

Friday, November 27

Our Friends Group Partner

Friends of Minneopa State Park

Work with Minneopa State Park to preserve, manage, and promote the resources of the park.

Friends Since: 1998