Buffalo River State Park Coneflower Group Camp

About

Coneflower Group Camp provides groups with a unique blend of shaded woodland camping bordered by sweeping tallgrass prairie at Buffalo River State Park. Set along the meandering Buffalo River under large cottonwood trees, the spacious grassy area offers ample room for tents, games, and cookouts. The campground accommodates up to 40-50 people and includes a fire ring with grill and picnic tables. The group camp is primitive with vault toilets only; modern restroom and shower facilities are not available. Campers must bring all water needed for drinking, cooking, and cleaning as there is no potable water at the group camp. Only approved firewood is permitted for campfires. Trails from the group camp connect to the rest of the park, including access to 12 miles of hiking paths through prairie and floodplain forest. The park protects one of Minnesota's finest examples of tallgrass prairie, featuring over 250 plant species including the purple coneflower for which this campground is named. The swimming beach and nature center are nearby.

Directions

Located 14 miles east of Moorhead on US Highway 10. The park entrance is on the south side of the highway.