From Brainerd go 9 miles south on U.S. Highway 371. Then west on the park entrance road to the park office.
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Walk along the historic Red River Ox Cart Trail past the historic Beaulieu House and other remains of the once prosperous town site of Old Crow Wing. Enjoy the natural beauty of this site at the confluence of the Crow Wing and Mississippi Rivers. Take time to read the interpretive signs and hike the 18 mi of trails to capture a sense of the area's history. The park offers 6.5 miles of paved bike trail, which is the latest extension of the Paul Bunyan State Trail (115 total miles). The park is located at the southern trail head. Campground - electric sites and modern shower building, river access, dock, canoeing, fishing,and picnic shelter.
Hours & Dates
Summer Hours (May 1 - September 30)
- Monday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
- Tuesday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
- Wednesday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
- Thursday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
- Friday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
- Saturday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
- Sunday: 8:00am - 10:00pm
Winter Hours (October 1 - April 30)
- Monday: 8:00am
- Tuesday: 8:00am
- Wednesday: 8:00am
- Thursday: 8:00am
- Friday: 8:00am
- Saturday: 8:00am
- Sunday: 8:00am
Rates
- Daily camping maximum: $23.00
- Daily camping minimum: $15.00
Park vehicle permits: $35 annual, $26 second vehicle, $12 handicapped; $7 daily. Camping fees are separate.
More Information
Seasonality
- Open in fall
On-Site Facilities & Services
- Located on a lake or river
On-Site Recreation
- Canoes or kayaks available
- Cross-country ski trail (groomed)
- Fishing boats available
- Hiking trail
- Lake/river access (boat ramp)
- Snowmobile trail (groomed)
Attraction Attributes
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Number/Type of Campsites
- Number of camping cabins: 1
- Total number of campsites: 59
Campground Features
- Camping accessible to people with disabilities
- Electric
- Flush toilets in campground
- Group camp facilities
- Hot showers in campground
- Pets allowed in campsite
- Sanitary dump station
Campground Type
- State Parks Campgrounds
Length of Stay
- Daily site rental
Reviews
Based on 34 reviews
Great State Park with a lot of history, hiking trails through area, beginning of Paul Bunyan bike trail. Camped here in August, a few mosquitos after dark Campground has electric sites, dump station...
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craig k,
September 1, 2022
Lovely park. Enjoy only a short time here but learned so much about the history with all the informational signs.
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SarahD6842,
October 17, 2021
I stopped at this state park on vacation to do some hiking. It is located just off of MN 371 just south of Brainerd. I hiked the Red River Oxcart Trail which is also the hiking club trail. This trail...
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BVELock,
May 30, 2021
Can't belive the history at this park. Proof of people here in 1600BC. That's truly remarkable. Park is beautiful set on the river. Can't wait to go back to visit the Interpretive Center once they...
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nancyb890,
March 15, 2021
Nice state park with easy trails and interesting history throughout the trails. Enjoy the views...very pretty.
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ppack4,
October 17, 2020
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