Buffalo River State Park
"Moorhead residents use the park for easy weekend outings, picnics, and nature walks. Its prairie habitat offers a different outdoor experience from city parks."
A prairie-and-river state park known for birding, swimming, and scenic hiking.
Maplewood State Park
"Moorhead residents can reach the park for a full day of outdoor recreation and photography. It is a popular destination for those seeking lakeshore views and fall colors within a manageable drive."
A scenic west-central Minnesota park with rolling hills, lakes, hardwood forests, and excellent fall colors.
Itasca State Park
"Moorhead is far enough for a weekend escape into the woods and lakes. Many visitors from the Fargo-Moorhead area head to Itasca for camping and scenic exploration."
Minnesota’s oldest state park and the source of the Mississippi River.