Minnesota's state parks get about 11 million visitors each year. While most visitors only stay for the day, about 1.1 million camp overnight – many at one of the approximately 4,400 campsites spread ...

A certain stillness only exists under a canopy of pines at dusk. MN state parks camping has consistently held that kind of magic for me. Whether it was summers visiting family in Duluth or ...

DULUTH — You can’t reserve a campsite at Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton over Memorial Day weekend; you were beaten to the punch months ago by folks who planned ahead to make reservations. Same with ...

Private parks, county and state parks in the region offer a variety of options for the perfect summer camping experience. Those looking for a quiet getaway may want to visit the Renville County parks.

A new pedestrian bridge at one of Minnesota's most popular state parks has opened to the public. The recently built bridge at ...

MINNESOTA, USA — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will waive all entrance and vehicle permit fees at Minnesota State Parks for four days in 2023. The "Free Park" days will be held on ...

Lakeview Campground in Sibley State Park is one of the most popular in the state park system, and is often crowded. A rebuilding plan calls for reducing the number of campsites to provide "quality ...

ST PAUL, Minn. — Get out and enjoy the great outdoors at one of Minnesota's state parks this Saturday - for free! The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) waives entrance fees on four days ...

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering free admission to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas this Saturday. This “Free Park Day” is one of four held each year on which ...

DULUTH — "My memory is a lot of car camping," said Signy Sherman. "I just remember spending the summers with Mom, going around and seeing the parks." Sherman was about 10 years old, her mother, Anne ...

MINNEAPOLIS – All Minnesota state parks and recreation areas are waiving admission fees Saturday. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources hosts Free Park Day four days each year. The DNR says ...