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Sibley State Park

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Where to go: Final Report for 2012: Sibley State Park has a number of good places to see fall color, the best place to start is at the trail center and interpretive center. Once you see the park map and trail choices, you may pick a destination in the park. A popular spot is Mount Tom, the highest point in the park that has an observation tower which allows you a birds eye view of the area. If you have time for a hike, the Mount Tom trail is a four mile hike with a number of overlooks that give a splendid view of the park and fall color.

What you'll see: Red oaks and aspens and providing a patchwork of color. With leaves mostly down, hikers have a much better chance to spot deer, birds and the general lay of the land.

Also of interest: Camping will be available through the fall, although most restrooms will be shut down for the winter season. Camper cabins are a great way to spend the night at Sibley once it turns cold, and are quite popular in winter. Reservations are still a good idea to be sure you get a cabin.

Last updated: October 16, 2012 

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Getting there

800 Sibley Park Road Northeast
New London, MN 56273


From St. Cloud, take State Hwy 23 to New London, then State Hwy 9 west to County Rd. 40. Then go west on County Rd. 40. Go one mile north on 71 to park entrance.

From Willmar, take US Hwy 71 north, 15 miles to the park entrance.

Contact

Phone: 320-354-2055


Email: sibley.statepark@state.mn.us


Best time to contact the park:

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