When I first arrived on Friday I was greeted by one of the owners Merle. I was told where my spot…read morewas and informed it was pretty wet from this past weeks rain which I was prepared for. They have lots of great activities including a rubber duck race where the donate 1/2 of the money raised to the local food shelf. Everything was going great until yesterday(Sunday) when I decided to walk around the campground to check out more of the area. I was on the road at the far end of the campground when a campers 4 dogs spotted me and started running and barking aggressively. I stopped to try and give the owners a chance to call them off as well as hopefully deescalate the situation. That is when the German Shepherd came around the back of me and bit my bum. I said ouch. The owner finally got the dogs attention and put him in their camper. I left and went back to my camp site. I saw the skin was broken and soon I had a large bruise. I called the office and asked if the campground owners could please stop by my site as I wanted them aware of what happened. 2 hours later still no contact from them. I then went up to the bar and restaurant and located Merle and Laura. I told the what transpired and only had one request which was to please find out if the dog is up to date on vaccines. They said they would. That was 6 pm last night. I left the campground at 10 am this morning and still have not been contacted. Dogs off leash when so many children are around is an issue. If the campers next to me had encountered this dog with their 1 and 3 year olds I do not think it would have been I so minor. Again loved the campground and activities but disappointed that this issue was not followed up on. Worst part is the dogs belong to a long time seasonal camper at the facility so I'm afraid it won't be addressed.

Too much to say and no positive comments. Overall experiance from ownership, service and food all…read morepoor. Wouldn't recomend to an enemy.

Tranquil hike with moderate trails. Keep in mind though that the paved path down to the falls is…read moreVERY steep and wasn't very accessible. We went on a busy day and even then, the park never felt over-crowded. Park entry is around $16 and you can get a pass online in advance.

We wanted a spot that offered outdoor fun with a nearby city for lunch, and this park delivered!…read moreIt's huge.... offering hiking, camping, biking, swimming, and even skiing in the winter. There's always something to do no matter the season. Parking is $8, and on busy days you might wait a few minutes, but it's worth it. At the entrance, you'll get a helpful map (also available online) that shows all the trails and recreation options. We parked near the boat launch and took the 1.5-mile loop to the waterfall, a beautiful, family-friendly walk with no complaints from the kids! The waterfall itself is stunning. We kicked off our shoes, dipped our feet in the cool water, and climbed around the rocks above the falls. There are more challenging hikes if you're feeling adventurous, and it's only about 10 minutes to great Hudson riverfront dining afterward. We left smiling and saying, "That was so fun maybe we should get an annual pass!

Banning State Park was one of our favorite outdoor stops during our Hinckley getaway. The park is…read moreknown for its scenic hiking trails, sandstone cliffs, and the views of the Kettle River, making it a great place to spend a few hours exploring. Our goal was to find the waterfall, but like many first-time visitors, we ended up taking a wrong turn and wandered a little longer than expected. Honestly, it turned into part of the adventure. As we explored, we spotted deer quietly moving, squirrels darting between the trees, and plenty of birds and caterpillars along the way. We discovered quiet trails, beautiful overlooks, and peaceful stretches of the river that we might have missed if we'd gone straight to our destination. The sound of the water, the surrounding rock formations, and the forest scenery made it one of those places where you naturally want to stop and take it all in. If you're visiting Banning State Park for the first time, don't stress if you get a little turned around. Give yourself extra time, wear comfortable shoes, and enjoy the journey.

This is a beautiful state park that offers so many opportunities to commune with nature. Lush…read moretrails, flowers native to shorelines and wet soils, and a waterfall are among some of the many joys here. It is located off I-35 near Sandstone, and 90 miles away from the Twin Cities (about an hour and a half away). It is worth making a day trip to visit. The park stretches along 10 miles of the Kettle River, and has 1.5 miles of churning class IV rapids for those daring kayakers.

Very beautiful. A pier for fishing, an area for scuba and snorkeling. Designated swimming area…read more Very well kept. Nice bathrooms, lifeguards on duty.

A spacious sandy beach. Too bad I'm exploring in November but I'll keep this location in mind come…read morenext summer. There are three parking lots and one has a kiosk with a sign saying a pass is needed. I'm not sure for what, perhaps for boating. The other parking lot has no such warning. Just walk in head to the beach and enjoy.

This is such a great spot to take kids since there is a playground but right across the street you…read morehave a lot of walking trails and I think it's really well paved out and you can choose which trail to take depending on the distance you want to walk. They have plenty of parking and it's an activity you can do all seasons.

I liked this lake a lot. I think the size of the beach and the proximity of bathroom facilities &…read morenearby playground is perfect for toddlers and young kids. I also like how less crowded it is compared to other bigger beaches/lakes.

If you're looking to rent a boat and spend an amazing day on a beautiful lake, go here! Don't ask…read morequestions, just do it! This local family owned business was purchased from the previous owner last year. They have brand new (last year) top of the line Bennington pontoons that you can rent in various hourly increments and a beautiful lake to explore. You can swim, fish or just toodle around the lake and live your best life. You can also rent kayaks here. The owners are really nice and super helpful. The dock hands can give you info on the best place to drop anchor for whatever type of excusion you desire. And they even have drinks and snacks for sale in case you forgot yours. My afternoon here was one of the most relaxing afternoons I've had in a really long time and I can't wait to come back again!

Fantastic small business, locally owned. Excellent customer service and the boats are all pristine…read morebrand new in 2021 Benningtons.

I've been to this lake all 15 years of my life. Every summer I look up to going up to Grandma and…read moreGrandpa's cabin with my whole family. We enjoy tubing and chilling on the lake. Despite the name I've never experienced anything other than joy and love. I have absolutely no complaints about this lake because I know how to have fun and live a little. I AM THE LOVELESS LAKE LOVER!!

If you are looking for a quiet lake to relax after a long work week or to get away and if you like…read moreto sleep between the hours of 5AM to 9AM This is not the place. There is a permanent ski course set up on the lake with some extremely loud Mastercraft boats that are very disruptive to a calm lake experience especially early morning. Hence the name Loveless!

It was ok. A lot cheaper than a hotel. Everyone was very pleasant. The hosts were awesome. They…read moretaught us a lot about the park. I recommend booking a cabin here.

Cue the Deliverance music…read more Get out your harmonica. And, yep, squeal like a pig. Bottom line is our First Annual Smith Family Reunion was a blast. No thanks to the filthy conditions of the many cabins we had paid for in addition to the main lodge. Hair in showers, toilets overflowing with crap (as in feces, shit, poop...well you get the idea). Had it not been for my awesome sister who arrived early AND DID HER BEST TO POWER CLEAN SAID CABINS AND LODGE, we would have been unable to eat, sleep or even keep our eyes & nasal passages open. The staff was and still is unresponsive to our disdain and will certainly never see us again! It's a shame. A real, real shame because it's situated in a absolutely beautiful part of this fine state, loads of trees & a pristine view of Green Lake. "You sho have a purdy mouth." Ugh...

I just enjoyed our first time at Big Marine Park Reserve. Yes, you do need a daily ($7) or annual…read moreWashington County pass ($35) if you plan on visiting this park. They have lovely grounds that are kept up. The playground didn't appear to be too old and they had one playground specifically for toddlers and another for big kids that had 2 huge slides. There are bathroom facilities near the beach and by the playground. They also had a water fountain. The beach was great. The water was clear and the floor was sandy. What a beautiful lake. And the water was warmer than I expected even on a cooler 75 degree day. Lots of places to park your cooler and/or towels and wasn't too busy. And lots of parking spaces too.

Our summers seem so short here in MN which is why whenever possible I love spending time of the…read morewater. The best I can do for golfing is mini golf and I'm not even that good and tend to play mini golf like Happy Gilmore. All the more reason for me to go out fishing or boating. One of our favorite locations is Big Marine Park. There is public access to the lake on the North end however for $7.00 a day or a $30.00 for the year, you have access to so much more. From a boating perspective, the access is wide and nicely paved. Room enough for two vehicles at a time where the other access is a single access. Plenty of room to park. There is a fishing pier that is handicapped accessible. A really nice beach with a playground, picnic area and pavilion. There are even scenic hiking trails. The park is open from 6:00am to 10:00pm. Lots to like and enjoy about Big Marine Park for kids of all ages which is just one reason why we look forward to our next visit.

Wow, what a beautiful place and way bigger than I thought! Got out on a Saturday morning for a…read morewalk. Started at the central Park entrance off of Dale street walked all the way to the nature center, around the boardwalk and back--it was a lovely path. Much of it was paved, but there was some dirt/wooden trails once you got to the nature center. They have bathrooms, but I couldn't find a water fountain which was a bummer. Definitely a cool spot right in the middle of the neighborhood. It is a busy place though so the parking lot does fill up but there's also a few parking lots and plenty of street parking.

A gem of a park in Roseville and it's bigger than it looks at first glance. Check both sides of…read moreVictoria street. Past the east end parking lot there is an open area with plant and flower types lightly explained with rock formations. There are walking paths circling the park. There is the better known area on the west end of the roadway with playground and picnic equipment.