Lake Louise State Park

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Lake Louise

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Lake Louise lures hikers, horseback riders, skiers, and snowmobilers to its trails, which wind through open landscapes and lush hardwoods. The confluence of the Little Iowa and Upper Iowa Rivers that occurs in the park provides water recreation. In addition, visitors swim, boat, or fish in Lake Louise. Hiking and horseback riding are also popular sports at this park. The lakeside picnic grounds and beach area draws visitors in the summer.

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

Visitor Alert!

The Cady bridge which provides access to the campground has a 5-Ton weight limit. Vehicles and campers exceeding this weight should contact the park for other options, or check out this map that shows how to get around the bridge.

CAMPING SEASON EXTENDED

The camping season for the main camp, horse camp, and group camp will be extended this fall through Sunday, October 3. The extension will allow campers to enjoy the park during the best weather of the year, and without annoying biting insects which have prevailed through the state this summer.

Many late asters, gentians, and other prairie flowers should be in bloom to greet visitors, and September can provide incredible viewing for butterflies and migrating birds. Fishing also picks up in September.

Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, or may be reserved by calling 866-857-2757.

Park Notes

Gift Cards:

Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card.

Horse Trail:

The horse trail through the park will open April 30 through November 1, 2010.

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.
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Vendor List

Bike Trail:

The fourteen mile Shooting Star State Trail winds through the park and is available for use in the spring through late fall.

Seasonal Information:

Lake Louise State Park is staffed on a seasonal basis. Camping at the park opens April 30 and remains available through Labor Day.

Birders:

Bird Checklist at Lake Louise State Park.

Park Highlights

tree Quiet Park

tree Seasonal Wildflowers

tree Peaceful Campgrounds

tree Canoeing on Lake Louise

tree Swimming Beach

tree Horse Trails Through Varied Habitat


Hours

For information call Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park at (507) 352-5111. The park is open everyday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Contact

c/o Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park:
21071 County 118 Preston, MN 55965

tel: c/o Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park: 507-352-5111

Getting There

Approximately 1.5 miles north of LeRoy on County Road 14.





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