Leaf color: past peak |
Flower color: past peak |
Grass color: past peak |
 |
Where to go: Final Report for 2012: A fall color trip at Monson Lake should begin at the park picnic grounds. This center point of the park has a nice shelter for a quick lunch, and the beginning of the trail for a color walk.
What you'll see: There are two lakes at Monson Lake State Park that are very representative of western Minnesota prairie lakes. Monson Lake is the deeper of the two, and has a healthy population of game fish. West Sunburg Lake is more shallow, and tends to attract more migratory waterfowl. Between the lakes is a nice mix of trees and a wetland, which you will see if you hike the park trail. Be sure to bring binoculars for a close up look at birds and color.
Also of interest: The Glacial Lake Scenic Byway is a beautiful collection of roads between Alexandria and Willmar. The route goes through Monson Lake State Park, and Sibley State Park, and will provide a day full of great color sight-seeing. Camping is still available on a first come/first serve basis at Monson Lake. The water is off for the season, and campers must use self registration.
Last updated: October 16, 2012Can’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 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas for a full year from the month of purchase.
Learn more »
Getting there1690 15th Street Northeast
|
ContactPhone: 320-366-3797 Email: monsonlake.statepark@state.mn.us For information on this park, contact Sibley State Park at 320-354-2055 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
More informationPark maps |
