Lake Maria State Park Backpack Campsites
Open year-round. Reservations available through reservemn.usedirect.com up to 120 days in advance. Sites require hiking 0.5 to 2 miles from the trailhead. No potable water at campsites.
Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 2:49AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Near record high temperatures today will bring relative humidity values down into the 30 to 40 percent range today. This combined with wind gusts of 25 to 35 mph will create elevated fire weather conditions today. This could lead to rapid spread of fires, especially in agricultural areas where crops have become drier for harvest. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Minnesota, see www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html.
About
Lake Maria State Park preserves one of the few remaining stands of Minnesota's historic Big Woods, a dense maple, oak, and basswood forest that once covered much of the state. The park's 17 backpack campsites are dispersed along wooded trails, each positioned near quiet lakes and ponds that offer solitude and natural beauty. Reaching a site requires hiking between half a mile and two miles from the trailhead parking area. Each backpack site features a tent pad, fire ring with grill, and picnic table. Vault toilets serve the camping area, though campers must pack in their own drinking water as no potable water is available at the sites. The park's rolling terrain and forest trails make it popular with hikers, backpackers, horseback riders, and cross-country skiers. A Trail Center provides flush toilets, drinking water, and a gift shop for day visitors.
Directions
From Monticello, Minnesota, take County Road 39 west for approximately 7 miles. Turn left onto Clementa Avenue NW and continue for about 1 mile to reach the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 646-6367 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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