This Remote State Park In Minnesota Is A Haven For Wildlife
Anyone who’s spent time in the Land of 10,000 Lakes knows that this state is crawling with wildlife. In the north, bears and moose are the rulers of the forest. In the south, buffalo still roam a small part of Minnesota prairie. And all over the state, birds, deer, rodents, insects, and more make their homes in Minnesota. There’s a remote state park in Minnesota that is a haven for wildlife. Next time you want to see Minnesota wildlife, head to Lac qui Parle State Park.
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Lac Qui Parle State Park is a remote park in western Minnesota. It's about 140 miles west of Minneapolis. Address: 14047 20th Street Northwest, Watson, MN 56295.
The park is located on 6 acres of floodplains and rolling prairie hills. Thanks to its small size, the park is easy to explore in a single weekend. Seven miles of hiking trails wind through the park.
The hills are beautiful, but it's the lake that gives Lac qui Parle its name. It translates to "lake that speaks," and if you visit during the right season, you'll soon know why.
All in all, this remote state park lives up to its name. There's plenty of camping available, including three seasonal camper cabins. Book your stay today!
Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
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