Minnesota State Parks and Trails are beautiful at all times of day and night. Want to do something different this evening or this weekend? 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!
Purchase a vehicle permit today and get a year of unlimited visits to all of Minnesota's state parks and recreation areas.
Events Calendar
Scroll table right to see more »01/19/19 | Jay Cooke State Park | |
01/20/19 | Sibley State Park | CHECK AHEAD FOR CANCELLATION ON SATURDAY: Full Moon Walk or Snowshoe- Centennial Celebration |
02/02/19 | Jay Cooke State Park | |
02/09/19 | Wild River State Park | |
02/17/19 | Jay Cooke State Park | |
02/19/19 | Sibley State Park | |
02/23/19 | Afton State Park | |
03/20/19 | Sibley State Park | |
04/19/19 | Sibley State Park | |
05/04/19 | Sibley State Park | |
05/25/19 | Tettegouche State Park | |
06/08/19 | Gooseberry Falls State Park |