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 | Afton - MN State Park Hastings, MN Telephone: (651) 436-5391 |
| | Grand oaks and delicate prairie flowers grace the rugged, rolling landscape of this park. Trails traverse remnant and restored prairies, wind down deep ravines and rise up to the grassy ridgetops and bluffs overlooking the scenic St. Croix River.
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 | Bear Head Lake - MN State Park Ely, MN Telephone: (218) 365-7229 |
| | This park contains prestine lakes; it is home to black bears, nesting eagles, timberwolves and moose. Stands of white and red pine trees tower over birch, aspen, and fir trees.
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 | Big Stone Lake - MN State Park Ortonville, MN Telephone: (320) 839-3663 |
| | The lake attracts anglers who catch walleye, northerns and bluegills. The northern section provides a picnic area, boat launch and a primitive group camp. The southern section contains a campground, swimming beach and hiking trails.
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| Blue Mounds - MN State Park Luverne, MN Telephone: (507) 283-1307 |
| | Blue Mounds State Park is full of natural surprises. Start with the Sioux quartzite cliff, rising 100 feet from the plains. A bison herd grazes on the prairie. Prickly pear cactus blooms in June and July.
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 | Buffalo River - MN State Park Glyndon, MN Telephone: (218) 498-2124 |
| | Prairie lovers, this park is for you. Trails wind through one of Minnesotas finest and largest remnant prairies. Listen for bobolinks, prairie chickens, marbled godwits and upland sandpipers.
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| Camden - MN State Park Lynd, MN Telephone: (507) 865-4530 |
| | Camden State Park offers much for visitors to enjoy. Hike the trails or cool off in the spring-fed pool. Climb the Dakota Valley Trail to the lookout for great fall colors, or go canoeing on Brawner Lake.
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| Crow Wing - MN State Park Brainerd, MN Telephone: (218) 829-8022 |
| | This is a nature lover's delight. Explore prairie, pine, and hardwood forests. View the Mississippi River from historic 'Chippewa Lookout.' Novice canoeists can paddle the calm waters of the Crow Wing and Mississippi Rivers.
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| Father Hennepin - MN State Park Isle, MN Telephone: (320)676-8763 |
| | Father Hennepin State Park is located on the southeast shore of Mille Lacs Lake. Visitors enjoy a large sandy beach for swimming, two boat accesses, fishing piers and picnic sites with a panoramic view of the lake.
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| Flandrau - MN State Park New Ulm, MN Telephone: (507) 233-9800 |
| | The gentle flowing Big Cottonwood River meanders through this southern park. Hikers and cross-country skiers enjoy the flat trails on the bottom of the valley or more challenging routes on the oak-shaded bluffs.
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| Fort Snelling - MN State Park St. Paul, MN Telephone: (612) 725-2389 |
| | Located in the heart of the Twin Cities, this park offers extensive hiking, bike and ski trails that link to Minnehaha Park and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Canoe, play golf, swim, or hike.
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| Frontenac - MN State Park Frontenac, MN Telephone: (651) 345-3401 |
| | Located on the Mississippi River, Frontenac is a birdwatcher's paradise. It is one of the best spots in the country to view birds migrating in the spring and fall. More than 260 species of birds have been recorded here.
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| Glacial Lakes - MN State Park Starbuck, MN Telephone: (320) 239-2860 |
| | Stand on top of the scenic glacial hills and experience the vast, open prairie which once dominated Minnesota. Wildflowers and prairie grasses blanket the landscape from spring through fall.
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| Glendalough - MN State Park Battle Lake, MN Telephone: (218) 864-0110 |
| | With more than nine miles of undeveloped shoreline and six lakes, this angler's paradise is one of the last large tracts of undeveloped lakeshore and land in west central Minnesota.
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 | Governor Nelson - WI State Park Waunakee, WI Telephone: (608) 831-3005 |
| | Located on Lake Mendota, boating, fishing, picnicking and swimming are favorite activities. Trails and restored prairie beckon nature enthusiasts. Effigy mounds in the wooded upland.
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| Hayes Lake - MN State Park Roseau, MN Telephone: (218) 425-7504 |
| | Some days it's just you, loons, and moose. Visitors also enjoy swimming and canoeing in the lake, along with camping. Trails for hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, and horseback riding.
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| Itasca - MN State Park Lake Itasca, MN Telephone: (218) 266-2114 |
| | Established in 1891, Itasca is Minnesota's oldest state park. The park totals more than 32,000 acres and includes more than 100 lakes. Walk across the Mississippi as it starts its winding journey 2,552 miles to the Gulf of Mexico.
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 | KATAHDIN LODGE Patten, ME Telephone: 1-207-528-7731 |
| | Rooms and cabins in scenic Aroostook County near mountains, lakes, Baxter State Park, International Appalachian Trail and golf course. Access to snowmobile and ATV trail system. Meals and meeting space available. Open all year.
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| Lac Qui Parle -MN State Park Montevideo, MN Telephone: (320) 752-4736 |
| | The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You will hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites.
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| Lake Bemidji - MN State Park Bemidji, MN Telephone: (218) 755-3843 |
| | Offers visitors swimming, boating, fishing, birdwatching, hiking, camping, biking, picnicking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and year-around naturalist-led activities. Hikers can explore the beauty of a tamarack bog.
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| Lake Bronson - MN State Park Lake Bronson, MN Telephone: (218) 754-2200 |
| | From the observation tower in the park, view the prairie and aspen-oak forests or watch for deer, sharp-tailed grouse, moose and sandhill cranes. Trails for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.
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