Glendalough State Park
"Wadena visitors come for a scenic escape with less traffic and more natural shoreline. The park’s calm lakes and trails make it appealing for families and outdoor enthusiasts."
A peaceful lake-and-prairie park in west-central Minnesota with great paddling, camping, and wildlife viewing.
Lake Carlos State Park
"Wadena is far enough away to make Lake Carlos State Park a worthwhile overnight destination for camping and weekend recreation."
A scenic west-central Minnesota park known for lakes, forests, swimming, boating, and fishing.
Maplewood State Park
"Wadena visitors often head to Maplewood for a weekend escape into rolling woodland and prairie terrain. The park offers a more dramatic landscape than much of the surrounding region."
A scenic west-central Minnesota park with rolling hills, lakes, hardwood forests, and excellent fall colors.