Adventures after dark
Minnesota State Parks and Trails are beautiful at all times of day and night. Nighttime events are a great way to see your favorite parks in a whole new light. Get out and experience the allure of outdoor activities after sunset.
- Lots of parks schedule special events after dusk, such as nighttime hikes, moonlit paddles, or programs about nocturnal critters, or storytelling programs. See the events calendar below for more information!
- Make a vacation of it! Reserve a campsite or camper cabin and enjoy the full overnight experience.
- Get to know the night skies with one of the free 90-minute programs presented by the University of Minnesota Astronomy Department. All you have to bring is your cosmic curiosity - telescopes are provided.
- Seasonal winter candlelight events are a great way to keep your whole family active during the winter. Learn more!
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Events Calendar
Scroll table right to see more »| 10/01/22 | Navigating by the Stars | St. Croix State Park - St. Croix Lodge | |
| 10/07/22 | Astronomy and Stargazing | Glacial Lakes State Park | |
| 10/13/22 | The Story Tree: Sophie's Night Sky Adventure | Lake Bemidji State Park | |
| 10/20/22 | Like a Wolf in the Night | St. Croix State Park - Amphitheater | |
| 10/20/22 | The Story Tree: Moon | Lake Bemidji State Park | |
| 10/21/22 | Did You Hear That? Night Hike | St. Croix State Park - St. Croix Lodge | |
| 10/22/22 | Navigating by the Stars | St. Croix State Park - St. Croix Lodge | |
| 12/21/22 | Fight, flight, good night | Fort Snelling State Park |