Find fun and adventure for everyone in Minnesota’s 75 state parks and recreations areas! Things to do, places to go, maps, camping, fees, reservations and more.

A map of Minnesota showing the locations of all 75 state parks and state recreation areas, plus state waysides.

State parks and state recreation areas offer more than 5,000 campsites and a variety of cabins, guesthouses and other lodging. Plus, there are thousands of miles of rugged or paved state trails and state water trails that can lead you there.

Many Minnesota state parks have cabins and guesthouses that you can reserve. Come find out more and plan the trip of a lifetime!

Minnesota state parks are the perfect place to snowshoe this winter! You can snowshoe almost anywhere in the parks, and several parks groom trails just for snowshoeing.

Alphabetical listing of all Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas.

Candlelight events are a breathtaking way to enjoy Minnesota state parks this winter. Enjoy the trails lit by candlelight and go whatever distance you like. Warm up afterwards with a crackling fire and refreshments.

Visit Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park to see natural wonders above and below ground. In the summer, beat the heat with a visit below ground. Explore the world of Mystery Cave with its stalactites, stalagmites, and underground pools.

Explore Minnesota's breathtaking state parks and recreation areas while earning fantastic rewards along the way. To get started, simply grab your club book for $14.95 plus tax at any state park Nature Store or conveniently order online. Whether you're drawn to hiking or passport stamping (or both!), there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Camden State Park offers much for visitors to enjoy. Fish for brown trout in the Redwood River or bass and bluegill in Brawner Lake. Hike the trails or cool off in the spring-fed pool.