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Forestville State Park

4.4 (12 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Molly M.

We didn't camp or do the Mystery Cave tour, we simply hiked around the historic village and wooded areas. That in itself, is worth 5 Elite Stars! We had stopped at the park office and was welcomed by staff there-it was our first time at this state park so he gave us some pointers and BIKE maps for the area! The historic village offers tours from the Minnesota Historical Society (fees range from $10 to free) which is sad for me since I let my MNHS membership lapse! They also offer events here, see the MNHS website or the friendly staff at the park office. This is an equestrian destination with lots of horse trails. The trails I hiked on were hiking only-no horses, and the trails were clearly marked. The Root River is a trout fishing gem...we viewed lots of trout from the bridge by the historic village. Well worth the stop, even if you just enjoy the scenery

This place ROCKED! We did the Mystery Cave Tour and met up with a DNR Ranger the following day to have our dog Jaxson become a certified BARK Ranger! The same Ranger just so happened to give us the Cave tour as well and she made the experience wonderful! She was knowledgeable and passionate about her job. Awesome place to visit!!!

Nick F.

This was a really peaceful park; it reminded me of "Nestrand Big Woods" with all of the greenery, towering trees, solitude and silence (except for the welcomed bird singing). The main walk is really nice, though the "overlook" isn't much to look at, but you get a nice glimpse of the valley through a window in the foliage. As you hike the trail, it's a gradual incline towards the top, and the sun tries it's best to peek through the trees, so you get cool sun dappled views of the trees, leaves, and foliage on the ground (lots of ferns). Super peaceful, and not very busy at all (only saw a few hikers at the end of the trail on a Sunday afternoon). Definitely stop by the town of Lanesboro before or after visiting; it's a really cool town that sits below the bluffs, with good food choices, and the drive to get there is extremely cool and picturesque.

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Loved the park! Great campsites with wood chips and a fire ring. Will go again.

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Eagle Cliff Campground

Eagle Cliff Campground

3.8(12 reviews)
16.7 mi

I cannot say enough good things about this park. We were fortunate to be here before it gets crazy…read morebusy. Very few people in the park. The grass is impeccable, like walking on a fancy gulf course. I have never seen bathrooms so immaculately clean, seriously they must clean them every 15 minutes. I met the Workers and they went out of their way to ask if we needed anything. Very kind and very knowledgeable about places around Lanesboro. We have Reservations for later in the summer. I CANNOT WAIT!! If you want a beautiful location to have some good ole family fun, head to Eagle Cliff Campground.

Park is clean and well kept. Security and customer service was a bit lacking. A group near our site…read morewas partying late with loud language and excessive drinking. A man attempted to enter a neighboring family's tent after 1am and ultimately found his way back to his tent and puked inside of. The group was not asked to leave, they were back drinking by 10am the next morning with no consequence. While the camp staff insists that security went to the site multiple times it was hard to believe. When we attempted to discuss the matter with the camp staff and were scolded for lodging the complaint "because some people don't listen and what are we supposed to do." This was an extreme case of bad behavior but it felt as though they were unapologetically catering to the party market versus the family market. Camp hosts were prompt and helpful. I probably won't come back with tents due to the tubing/party crowd. It was fine as an rv park.

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Whitewater State Park - Visitor's Center

Whitewater State Park

4.4(23 reviews)
31.1 mi

My furry friend group chose this spot for our big annual camping trip! There were 86 of us total,…read moreand we utilized the Group Site that has several cabins available, plus a main cabin that serves as the place to gather and eat with a full kitchen and walk-in fridge. I really enjoyed the cozy feel to the cabins, which have wonderfully rustic wooden paneling and floors. Our cabin had two wings with four bunk beds each, plus a center room with a large bed (ideal, no doubt, for scouting purposes). The cabins are heated by thermostat and there are a few electrical outlets, but no other amenities that I was aware of. The main cabin had a large center fire pit that made the whole place wonderfully cozy. Also included are several long tables with benches to sit at, as well as additional chairs with backs to gather around the firepit. There are electrical outlets too. Flooring was a mix of wood and tile. There are also restrooms nearby, which include toilets, sinks, and showers. Separated by gender, male and female. The designated parking lot for the Group Site was able to accommodate around 40-45 cars, which served our purposes well. There is also a small roundabout that leads up to the main cabin for ease of unpacking/dropping off gear. All these amenities made the long-weekend very enjoyable! This isn't a huge park by any means, but even in the icy snow, I was able to enjoy a few of the trails while there. The alphabetical trail markings confused me a bit at first, but then I realized it was how the park was indicating "you are here" without customizing each sign. At the trailheads are large informational signs that give you the distance, difficulty, and features you'll see on said trail. The river that cuts through here is really gorgeous. It was partially frozen over during our visit, and we got some flurries while we were camping, which covered everything in a beautiful fresh coat of white powder. Got some great photos and great memories. I was a bit bummed that the Nature Store wasn't open (it's seasonal), because I am a sucker for souvenirs on sightseeing trips to parks and such.

Whitewater is a gorgeous park with some varied scenery. There are a lot of neat formations to check…read moreout such as the bluffs, forests, rivers, and more. There are some easy to more challenging hikes available. There are also a lot of nice amenities and a beach area.

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Whitewater State Park - Inspiration Point

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