Glacial Lakes State Park Equestrian Campground

About

The equestrian campground at Glacial Lakes State Park offers a peaceful retreat for horseback riders in Minnesota's prairie pothole region. Set in open, grassy terrain among glacial hills and kettle lakes, the campground provides 8 non-electric sites, each with a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Five sets of double-tie posts accommodate horses, and a gravel trail leads to a hand pump for water access. A vault toilet and manure pit with wheelbarrow serve the campground. Riders have access to over 9 miles of trails within the park, plus the option to ride to the Baby Lake hike-in campsite located about two miles from the horse camp parking area. The surrounding landscape features native tallgrass prairie, oak savanna, and numerous glacial lakes including Signalness Lake and Mountain Lake. A Horse Pass is required for all riders over age 16 on DNR-managed trails. The campground accommodates horse trailers and offers a day-use staging area. Early spring and fall visits are popular when cooler temperatures reduce mosquito pressure and the prairie grasses display golden hues.

Directions

Located in Pope County near Starbuck, Minnesota. The equestrian campground and horse trails are on the south side of the park.