Discover 4 parks for hiking within driving distance of Detroit Lakes
"Detroit Lakes visitors may come for a quieter alternative to lake country recreation. The park’s prairie and river setting appeals to birders and hikers."
A prairie-and-river state park known for birding, swimming, and scenic hiking.
"Detroit Lakes travelers can reach Maplewood State Park easily for a quieter, more scenic outdoor experience. The park appeals to visitors looking for hills, lakes, and less crowded recreation than the larger lake resorts."
A scenic west-central Minnesota park with rolling hills, lakes, hardwood forests, and excellent fall colors.
"Detroit Lakes travelers often visit for a change of pace from busier lake destinations. Glendalough offers a more secluded setting for camping, birdwatching, and paddling."
A peaceful lake-and-prairie park in west-central Minnesota with great paddling, camping, and wildlife viewing.
"Detroit Lakes residents and visitors come for a full-day nature outing in a quieter setting. Itasca provides hiking, paddling, and wildlife viewing beyond the busy lake resort areas."
Minnesota’s oldest state park and the source of the Mississippi River.