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Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

Leaf color:

50-75%
Flower color:

past peak
Grass color:

75-100%
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Where to go: Climb the 100-foot observation tower for a spectacular view of the park and for a "bird's-eye view" of fall colors, as they progress through the autumn season.

What you'll see: Color is beginning to be noticed by park visitors. Most red oak trees have not yet begun to change, but the maples are at about 65-75% toward their peak color. Black ash trees, a small component of the overall forest, are just past their peak yellow color.

Also of interest: The peak of leaf color at Mille Lacs Kathio should be around the second week of October. Enjoy fall colors as well as archaeology on Sunday October 13. Archaeologists will be conducting a small-scale excavation at the Petaga Point archaeological site, with public viewing encouraged from 10am to 3pm.

Last updated: October 2, 2013 

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Getting there

15066 Kathio State Park Road
Onamia, MN 56359


Go to mile post marker #221 on US Hwy 169, about 8 miles north of Onamia. Watch for the Kathio Arrowhead sign and take County Road 26 for about a mile, to the park entrance.

Contact

Phone: 320-532-3523


Email: millelacskathio.statepark@state.mn.us


Best time to contact the park:

Daily, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

If no one is available, please leave a message and we will return your call.