Minnesota State Parks Near Hawley

Buffalo River State Park features one of Minnesota’s best examples of native tallgrass prairie, plus the wooded Buffalo River corridor. It is especially popular for birdwatching, summer swimming, and relaxed outdoor recreation close to the Fargo-Moorhead area.

Named by early settlers who found this promised land after struggling through dense wilderness, the park offers a peaceful mountain retreat with extensive trail networks through northern hardwood forests. The park was chosen by DCNR as one of 25 Must-See Pennsylvania State Parks for its natural beauty, historical significance, and outstanding recreation opportunities.

Prompton State Park offers a blend of water-based and land-based recreation, centered around the Prompton Lake. Visitors can enjoy fishing, kayaking, disc golf, picnicking, and miles of multi-use trails. The park is open year-round and is managed for both conservation and recreation, providing habitats for a variety of plant and animal species.