Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there’s a state park within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. With a free day in each season, it’s a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new – or visit an old favorite at a new time of year! Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just spend a few hours outside, you’ll make memories that will last a lifetime.
No vehicle permits will be required to enter any of the 75 state park and recreation areas on Free Park Days.
With a free day in each season, it’s a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new – or visit an old favorite at a new time of year!
2022 Free Park Days:
– Saturday, February 19
– Saturday, April 23
– Saturday, June 11
– Friday, November 25
Find a park near you: Click for Details
Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there’s a state park within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. With a free day in each season, it’s a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new – or visit an old favorite at a new time of year! Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just spend a few hours outside, you’ll make memories that will last a lifetime.
No vehicle permits will be required to enter any of the 75 state park and recreation areas on Free Park Days.
With a free day in each season, it’s a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new – or visit an old favorite at a new time of year!
2022 Free Park Days:
– Saturday, February 19
– Saturday, April 23
– Saturday, June 11
– Friday, November 25
Find a park near you: Click for Details
After a winter spent in their hibernaculums, partially frozen or trapped under ice, the herps (reptiles and amphibians) are out. Learn about their amazing survival strategies, search for some near the pond and in the forest and meet one of Lowry’s animal ambassadors.
Participants ages 11 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Minnesota state parks are open year-round, and there’s a state park within 30 miles of most Minnesotans. With a free day in each season, it’s a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new – or visit an old favorite at a new time of year! Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just spend a few hours outside, you’ll make memories that will last a lifetime.
No vehicle permits will be required to enter any of the 75 state park and recreation areas on Free Park Days.
With a free day in each season, it’s a great opportunity to get out there and explore someplace new – or visit an old favorite at a new time of year!
2022 Free Park Days:
– Saturday, February 19
– Saturday, April 23
– Saturday, June 11
– Friday, November 25
Find a park near you: Click for Details
Celebrate Earth Day with a Naturalist guided walk. Along the way you will learn why we celebrate Earth Day, how you can participate in Citizen Science projects, and share gratitude for the planet we call home.
Participants ages 11 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Celebrate the season by creating Eco-Art! Drop in anytime to see examples of Eco-Art, learn about Eco-Artists, and make your own art creation in the front lawn.
