Leaf color: 10-25% |
Flower color: past peak |
Grass color: 75-100% |
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Where to go: Lake Shetek's entrance road provides a pretty palatte in shades of green, brown, yellow and red on the leaves of the trees. The hill by Monument is covered with deep burgundy sumac. Walk the Lake Side Trail and around Loon Island for pretty views of the Lake. Oak Woods campground is also very pretty at this time.
What you'll see: Wood ducks can be seen at Park Lake and pelicans are gathering together in spots around Park Lake. Also there are turkeys and lots of deer, particularly at dusk. You can hear pheasants in the morning. Sumac up by the Monument is a beautiful deep burgundy. Squirrels are busy gathering acorns to store for winter. Fishing is picking up with walleyes being caught around the rocks.
Also of interest: Lake Shetek's annual Pumpkin Festival is scheduled for October 5th, 1:00 PM. Pumpkin decorating, hay rides, roasting marshmallows and making smores, and leaves for jumping into plus photo opportunities. Also the Interpretive Center is open every day.
Last updated: October 2, 2013Can’t decide between a one-day or year-round park permit? The DNR has a special offer that can help. Start by purchasing a one-day permit for $5 and visit as many state parks as possible. After visiting the state parks, trade in the one-day permit by the end of that day and get $5 off the purchase of a year-round permit. Year-round permits, which cost $25, provide unlimited access to all 76 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas for a full year from the month of purchase.
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Getting there163 State Park Road
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ContactPhone: 507-763-3256 Email: lakeshetek.statepark@state.mn.us Best time to contact the park: Daily, 8:30 a.m to 8:30 p.m. |
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