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Fort Snelling State Park

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Where to go: You can see a good view of the bluff in the early morning and early evening at the fishing pier on the north end of Snelling Lake. For those who can't take the 3 mile treck around Pike Island, Picnic Island offers some beautiful views around the boat launch area and along the shore just about anywhere on the Island.

What you'll see: The cool windy weather has whipped many of the dry colorful leaves off of the trees. The remaining colors include rusty brown, golden yellow and small patches of sumac is still glowing red along Snelling Lake and roadways.

Last updated: October 9, 2012 

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Getting there

101 Snelling Lake Road
St. Paul, MN 55111


Fort Snelling State Park is located on Post Road off State Highway 5, just west of the main terminal exit for the International Airport.

Contact

Phone: 612-725-2389 or Visitor Center: 612-725-2724


Email: fortsnelling.statepark@state.mn.us


Best time to contact the park:

Daily, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Park is open year-round, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.