Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Abandoned by mining companies more than 30 years ago, this area of former mining pits and rock deposit stockpiles now boasts regenerated vegetation and clear lakes that draw a wide range of recreation enthusiasts. Twenty-five miles of natural shoreline can be explored by boat or canoe and anglers can cast a line for trout, northern, bass, crappie, or sunfish.
As one of Minnesota's newest State Recreation Areas, Cuyuna's 5,000 acres are mostly undeveloped. Off-highway vehicles are not permitted within the boundaries of Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area.
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Visitor Alert!The mountain bike trails will be closed from November 8th to November 24th for the firearms deer season. The mountain bike trails are closed if it is raining and if trail conditions are soft. Trails usually will reopen a few hours after the rain has stopped. |
Park NotesBe fascinated. Check out the naturalist programs and other activities scheduled at the park. Mountain Biking:Get your heart pumping with the tight turns and scenic vistas of over 25 miles of singletrack trail riding spread across 800 acres! Learn more. Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Cuyuna Lakes State Trail:Take a virtual tour. It's a great tool to help you plan your next visit! Watch a video
Portsmouth Campground:Camping is available at Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area at the Portsmouth Campground. There are 18 electric sites and 7 non-electric sites all available on first-come, first-serve basis only. There is one group camp that is reservable online.
Forestry Campgrounds and Day-Use Areas:Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area also manages two DNR Forestry Campgrounds and one Day-Use Area.These facilities include the Clint Converse Campground in Land O'Lakes State Forest and Greer Lake Campground and Pelican Beach Day-Use Area in Crow Wing State Forest. Camping is first-come, first-serve. The cost per site is $12/night.
Gift Cards:Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card. Don't move firewood!Burning non-local firewood can spread invasive species, and it's against Minnesota state law. Learn more. Always buy your firewood at the park, or from an approved local vendor. Find firewood vendors for Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area. Birders:Bird Checklist |
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Best time to contact the park:
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Contact
307 3rd Street
Ironton, MN 56455
tel: 218-546-5926
fax: 218-546-7369
email: cuyuna.statepark@state.mn.us
Getting There
The recreation area is located near the communities of Crosby and Ironton.