Buffalo River State Park

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Snow conditions

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Moorhead: -11° F and partly cloudy.

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Buffalo River

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Prairie lovers, this park is for you. Trails wind through one of Minnesota's finest and largest remnant prairies. Listen for bobolinks, prairie chickens, marbled godwits and upland sandpipers. A picnic area, swimming area and campground are located in the hardwood forest along the Buffalo River. The park is only 14 miles from the large metropolitan area of Fargo, North Dakota - Moorhead, Minnesota.

Tell me more about this park's wildlife, history, geology and landscape.

Visitor Alert!

Upcoming Candlelight Ski/Snowshoe/Hike nights:

Saturday, January 30th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday, February 6th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Experience the magic of a candle lit trail that runs along the Buffalo River between the park's warming house and Moorhead State University's Regional Science Center. Hot cocoa, coffee and cookies will be available.

Cross country ski rentals are availalbe at the park office.

Call 218-498-2124 for more information.

Park Notes

Gift Cards:

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Firewood restrictions information:

Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Complete information and lists of vendors and locations where approved firewood is available are posted on the DNR Web site.
More information
Vendor List

Park Interpretive Programs:

Come and join us with your family and friends for a variety of interpretive programs. Find a great program here!

Birders:

Bird Checklist at Buffalo River State Park.

Park Highlights:

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Hours

Best time to contact the park: Spring and Summer: Daily - 8a.m. - 4p.m.

Contact

565 155th Street South
Glyndon, MN 56547

tel: 218-498-2124

fax: 218-498-2583

Getting There

From Moorhead, go 14 miles east on U. S. Highway 10 and follow the signs to the park.