Camping in Minnesota State Parks
- 2 minutes read - 282 wordsWhy Camp in Minnesota State Parks
We’ve been camping in Minnesota state parks as we experiment with our van conversion ideas. Why the state parks?
- they are beautiful
- they are located all over the state
- several are within a 2 hour drive from home
- they are inexpensive
- some have electricity, bathrooms, and water onsite
- they are clean and well maintained
- there’s a wide variety of activies for us to do
There are 75 Minnesota State Parks and Recreation Areas spread across the state. Many of them have camping facilities for RVs, campers, tents, or you can rent a cabin, yurt, or Tipi. Campsites are drive-in, cart-in, or walk-in. Drive-in spots can have electricity and communial restrooms and showers and water.
There are a ton of activities you can do at the parks. There are lots of trails for hiking and biking. Swiming and boating, and you can fish for free without a license in most state parks. Some parks allow you to bring your horses!
You can also rent recreation equipment like fishing poles, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. Don’t know how to fish or paddle? You can learn how with one of the I Can! outdoor skills programs.
Reserve Your Spot
The process to get a campsite is to reserve it online, or reserve one in person if you are willing to take a chance on availability.
Get Out There
Minnesota is a beautiful state. There are parks along Lake Superior and the North Shore. Parks overlooking the Mississippi River bluffs. Parks in the prairies, forests, and along lakes and rivers. And there are miles and miles of trails and water trails to walk, bike, or paddle along.
