Savanna Portage
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Time slips by when you visit this park of the north. Walk the Savanna Portage Trail, a historic trail traveled by fur traders, Dakota and Ojibwe Indians, and explorers more than 200 years ago. Savanna Portage State Park has 15,818 acres of rolling hills, lakes, and bogs. The Continental Divide marks the great division of water: water to the west flows into the Mississippi River; water to the east runs into Lake Superior. Visitors can hike the Continental Divide Trail and see forested vistas. During the summer, visitors enjoy swimming at Loon Lake. Bike enthusiasts can pedal on roads, or on dirt trails designated for mountain bikes. With four fishing lakes and a river, its common for anglers to catch panfish, trout and bass. Come winter, this park offers snowmobilers approximately 32 miles of trails to explore. This park is a favorite among cross-country skiers too, with 14 miles of trails, and an additional 6.4 miles available at Remote Solitude, 1 mile south of the park.
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Visitor Alert!Archery in the ParksWe are holding three Archery in the Parks programs this summer on June 26th, July 24th, and August 21st. The sessions will start at 10:00 am and run to 1:00 pm at the Savanna Portage parking lot located .9 miles north of the park headquarters. Learn the basics about safety, drawing, and shooting. Hands on experience shooting a bow will have you eager to learn more and hopefully wanting to attend more events across the state. The program is intended for ages 10 and up. Come join the fun! MinnAqua ProgramLearn the art of building popcan casters, fish ID, safety, and get hands on experience fishing for trout on the shore of Loon Lake! The program will be held on August 14th from 1 - 3 pm at the Loon Lake Picnic Shelter. All equipment and bait will be provided and there is no need for a fishing license. Dress appropriately for outside conditions and remember to purchase a vehicle permit if you do not already have one. See you there! |
Park NotesGift Cards:Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card. 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. Lodging Available Year-round:See Garni Guesthouse details or reserve now. Birders:Bird Checklist at Savanna Portage State Park. |
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Hiking TrailsHours
Best time to contact the park: Fall: Sun. -Thurs. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Winter: Monday - Thursday - Office hours will vary, Friday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Contact
55626 Lake Place
McGregor, MN 55760
tel: 218-426-3271
fax: 218-426-4437
Getting There
Take Highway 65 north to Aitkin County Road 14, then follow 14 for 11 miles to the park.
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