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Minneopa State Park

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The word Minneopa comes from the Dakota language and is interpreted to mean "water falling twice," referring to the beautiful waterfalls of the Minneopa Creek. Walk the trail which encircles the falls, leading down a limestone stairway to the valley below. Ascend the opposite side and enjoy a panoramic view of the valley which reveals the underlying geology of this area. Visit Seppmann Mill, a wind driven grist mill fashioned in German style from native stone and lumber, or hike through oak savanna and native prairie grasslands overlooking the scenic Minnesota River Valley.

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Visitor Alert!

The restoration of the 90-year-old Minneopa State Park waterfall bridge is complete. The public is now welcome to access the bridge. More details about the bridge dedication and other activities on Saturday, June 8th will be forthcoming!

Park Notes

Seasonal Camping Update:

Camping is available year-round with electricity. Water is available at the park office. The campground sanitation building, water spigots, and trailer dump station is turned off for the season.

Loaner Equipment:

Available at the park office: GPS units, kids' activity bags, birding kits, fishing rods and tackle, volleyball, soccer ball and horseshoes.

Virtual Tour:

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Gift Cards:

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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 Minneopa State Park.

Park Highlights

Camping

Fishing

Events

Find more State Park events on the DNR Events Calendar!

06/08/13	Minneopa State Park	Open House & Bridge Dedication
06/08/13	Minneopa State Park	Minneopa Creek Watershed Tour
06/08/13	Minneopa State Park	What Lives in the Creek
06/15/13	Minneopa State Park	I Can Paddle
06/21/13	Minneopa State Park	Nature Scavenger Hunt
06/21/13	Minneopa State Park	Nature Cart
06/21/13	Minneopa State Park	Geocaching 101
06/29/13	Minneopa State Park	Archery in the Park
06/29/13	Minneopa State Park	Waterfalls of the Minnesota River Valley
06/29/13	Minneopa State Park	River Otter Ecology
07/04/13	Minneopa State Park	Geocaching 101
07/04/13	Minneopa State Park	Digital Nature Photography for Kids
07/04/13	Minneopa State Park	Prairie Hike
07/06/13	Minneopa State Park	Minnesota River Paddle
07/06/13	Minneopa State Park	Leaves
07/13/13	Minneopa State Park	Nature Hike
07/13/13	Minneopa State Park	What lives in the river: Macroinvertebrates
07/13/13	Minneopa State Park	American Bison
07/19/13	Minneopa State Park	Ecology Games
07/19/13	Minneopa State Park	Nature Cart
07/19/13	Minneopa State Park	Digital Nature Photography for Kids
07/27/13	Minneopa State Park	Archery in the Park
07/27/13	Minneopa State Park	The Water Cycle
07/27/13	Minneopa State Park	Wonderful World of Wetlands

Hours

Best time to contact the park:

Daily, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Contact

54497 Gadwall Road
Mankato, MN 56001

tel: 507-389-5464

email: minneopa.statepark@state.mn.us

Getting There

5 miles west of Mankato on State Highway 68 and U.S. Highway 169.