Blue Mounds State Park

BMSP(Blue Mounds State Park) is most widely known for its rock climbing, hiking, Buffalo Herd, wildlife etc which is full of nature surprises. There is a swimming, camping and picnic area located on the shore of Mound Lake. The rockstarted with Sioux quartzite cliff and rise upto 100feet from the plains.

Also 3 campground loopa are situated near wildlife viewing pond. 13 miles of hiking trails and 20 miles of snowmobile trail are the major attractions within 10 miles of the park in winter with some other campsites. The park is also well known for its bird watchers who likes to see the nesting of blue grosbeaks and various other birds. Prickly pear cactus are widely seen in the month of June and July in the park. The online booking for the group camps at the Blue Mounda State park can be done by calling at toll free number 1-866-85PARKS or simply reserve at www.stayatmnparks.com.

The visiting hours of the park are from now through Labor Day and Sunday to Saturday at 8am to 4:30pm. During Fall: 9:00 - 4:30 from Sunday to Saturday and in Winters: 9:00 - 4:30 from Sunday to Saturday

Visitors Timings and Notes: The park will remain closed from October 12, 2009 till November 6, 2009 due to prescribed burn in the park area. For more info contact: (507) 283-1307.