Amateur and professional photographers see endless possibilities for gorgeous scenery at Minnesota state parks and trails. Each season brings new beauty, including that baby green of flora and fauna ...

Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas are ready to welcome visitors for a full season of winter recreation, with ...

This Free Park Day is one of four annual opportunities for Minnesotans to explore state parks without needing a vehicle ...

Minnesota's state parks and trails may have a snowy look now, but for those who want to take in the winter beauty this Thanksgiving weekend, admission is free on Friday. Officials hope it adds to the ...

The alluring spring weather is being accompanied by free access to state parks across Minnesota. On April 26, Minnesota will kick open the doors to its 64 state parks for the second of four annual ...

ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle fees and offering free entrance to all 73 state parks and recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 28. The DNR offers four “Free ...

One way to beat cabin fever this winter is with a candlelight event. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has a number of events planned that, depending on the location, will allow visitors ...

A restroom at a state park in northern Minnesota could be named the country's best – if it gets enough votes, that is. The restroom and shower building at Bear Head Lake State Park in Ely is one of ...

MOORHEAD — Entrance fees for all Minnesota state parks will be waived the Friday after Thanksgiving, as part of the fourth annual "Free Park Day." The waived fee is an annual tradition with a goal of ...

Minnesota State Parks and Washington County Parks are encouraging visitors to spend time outdoors during the holiday weekend by offering free entry on Friday. Free entry applies to all 10 Washington ...

Start 2026 off right with a First Day Hike, a nationwide effort to connect people to the great outdoors. On Thursday, January 1, hikers will welcome the new year with an outdoor hike, getting exercise ...