Afton
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Grand oaks and delicate prairie flowers grace the rugged, rolling landscape of this park. Trails traverse remnant and restored prairies, wind down deep ravines and rise up to the grassy ridgetops and bluffs overlooking the scenic St. Croix River. The trails are perfect for hikers, horseback riders and cross-country skiers. The park offers visitors a swimming beach, backpack campsites and a visitor center with interpretive displays.
Tell me more about this park's wildlife, history, geology and landscape.
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Park NotesNewsletter:Read it now or sign up to receive Afton's newsletter by e-mail In The News:See us Remote Wildlife Cameras:Afton State Park is part of the "Taking Action Opportunities" program that uses remote cameras to monitor wildlife. Learn more... Gift Cards:Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card. GPS Units:GPS units are free to checkout at the park. Come try out Afton State Park's four stage geocache - it's fun for the whole family! If you want to check out a GPS unit during the week, please call the office a day ahead of time so we can ensure someone will be in the office to give you a unit. Fishing Poles:Fishing poles and tackle boxes are free to checkout at the park. No fishing licenses are required in Afton State Park when fishing from shore. If you want to check out equipment during the week, please call the office a day ahead of time so we can ensure someone will be in the office. Firewood Restrictions Information:Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Learn more and review vendor lists. Birders:Bird Checklist at Afton State Park Park is Open Year-round:The park is open for camping year-round. View water on dates & other seasonal information. |
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Hours
Best time to contact the park - Friday & Saturday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Thursday: Leave a message.
Contact
6959 Peller Avenue South
Hastings, MN 55033
tel: 651-436-5391
fax: 651-436-6912
Getting There
From St. Paul, go 9 miles east on I-94, then 7 miles south on Highway 95 and 3 miles east on County Road 20.

