Flandrau State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- dnr.state.mn.us(507) 233-1260
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Water quality Park alertATVs, UTVs, and golf carts are NOT allowed on park roads or trails. Flandrau does not offer bike trails. Water will be turned off as of Sunday… (more)
ATVs, UTVs, and golf carts are NOT allowed on park roads or trails. Flandrau does not offer bike trails. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm.
Posted by the park 2026-10-14. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 820 acres, Flandrau State Park lies in Brown County, in New Ulm.
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Water access includes a swimming beach. Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with RV sites with electric hookups and showers. There are also cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Park | Dump station: Dump station is available. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Bathrooms: Vault toilets are available year-round. The bathroom building in the semi-modern campground. Water: Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Rentals: In the summer we rent volleyballs, cornhole bags (two game sets are located near the volleyball court) and life jackets. In the winter we rent cross-country skis and snowshoes, first come, first served. The group center and beach house are available seasonally, and can be reserved up to one year in advance by calling the park. Drinking water: Drinking water is available within the park. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Electric sites: Flandrau offers 34 sites with electric hookups. All have 30/50 amp service along with the standard plug in. RVs: Drinking water, restrooms, and showers will be available. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Programs: Check the park's events calendar. Showers: The showers for the semi-modern campground are open. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Campgrounds: The electric and non-electric loops in the semi-modern campgrounds are open. Camping is available year-round in the semi-modern campground, and from Memorial Day through the end of October in the rustic campground. Limited sites are available during the winter. Some sites in the rustic campground have been renumbered! Be sure to check the map when choosing your site, as sites you reserved in the past may have new numbers. Due to short spur length and size, the rustic campground is better suited for tent campers and single vehicles. The electric and non-electric campgrounds are more accommodating for travel trailers, 5th wheels and RVs. Additional parking is available near the campgrounds for extra vehicles. The two camper cabins have electric heat and are available year-round. The stone CCC lodging facility is reservable from mid May to mid October. The Cottonwood Group Center is open seasonally, from the Friday after Memorial Day until the weekend following Labor Day. | ||
| Swimming | Buildings: Swim Pond: Swim pond hours are limited due to lifeguard availability. Pond hours are currently 11-7 Thursday through Sunday. Swimming is not allowed when the pond is closed. The swim pond closes annually on the 3rd Sunday of August. Due to staffing, the swim pond at Flandrau will NOT be open on Sunday July 5th. | ||
Official wording
Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Monday - Wednesday: 10:30a-3:00p Thursday - Sunday: 10:30a-5:30p
The electric and non-electric loops in the semi-modern campgrounds are open. Camping is available year-round in the semi-modern campground, and from Memorial Day through the end of October in the rustic campground. Limited sites are available during the winter. Some sites in the rustic campground have been renumbered! Be sure to check the map when choosing your site, as sites you reserved in the past may have new numbers. Due to short spur length and size, the rustic campground is better suited for tent campers and single vehicles. The electric and non-electric campgrounds are more accommodating for travel trailers, 5th wheels and RVs. Additional parking is available near the campgrounds for extra vehicles. The two camper cabins have electric heat and are available year-round. The stone CCC lodging facility is reservable from mid May to mid October. The Cottonwood Group Center is open seasonally, from the Friday after Memorial Day until the weekend following Labor Day.
Dump station: Dump station is available. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Bathrooms: Vault toilets are available year-round. The bathroom building in the semi-modern campground. Water: Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Rentals: In the summer we rent volleyballs, cornhole bags (two game sets are located near the volleyball court) and life jackets. In the winter we rent cross-country skis and snowshoes, first come, first served. The group center and beach house are available seasonally, and can be reserved up to one year in advance by calling the park. Drinking water: Drinking water is available within the park. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Electric sites: Flandrau offers 34 sites with electric hookups. All have 30/50 amp service along with the standard plug in. RVs: Drinking water, restrooms, and showers will be available. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Programs: Check the park's events calendar. Showers: The showers for the semi-modern campground are open. Water will be turned off as of Sunday October 18th at 4pm. Campgrounds: The electric and non-electric loops in the semi-modern campgrounds are open. Camping is available year-round in the semi-modern campground, and from Memorial Day through the end of October in the rustic campground. Limited sites are available during the winter. Some sites in the rustic campground have been renumbered! Be sure to check the map when choosing your site, as sites you reserved in the past may have new numbers. Due to short spur length and size, the rustic campground is better suited for tent campers and single vehicles. The electric and non-electric campgrounds are more accommodating for travel trailers, 5th wheels and RVs. Additional parking is available near the campgrounds for extra vehicles. The two camper cabins have electric heat and are available year-round. The stone CCC lodging facility is reservable from mid May to mid October. The Cottonwood Group Center is open seasonally, from the Friday after Memorial Day until the weekend following Labor Day.
Buildings: Swim Pond: Swim pond hours are limited due to lifeguard availability. Pond hours are currently 11-7 Thursday through Sunday. Swimming is not allowed when the pond is closed. The swim pond closes annually on the 3rd Sunday of August. Due to staffing, the swim pond at Flandrau will NOT be open on Sunday July 5th.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Fees and passes
Per vehicle: a state park vehicle permit (one-day $7 or year-round $35) is required for every vehicle; same price for residents and nonresidents. Four free park days per year. Iron Range OHV SRA states 'There is no entrance fee'.
Statewide fee rule from Minnesota's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Minnesota park passes
- Year-round vehicle permit — $35. Unlimited visits to every Minnesota state park and recreation area for 12 months from the month of purchase Details
- One-day vehicle permit — $7. One day, one vehicle Details
- Additional year-round vehicle permit — $26. Additional vehicles owned by a year-round permit holder Details
- Year-round motorcycle permit — $30. Motorcycle, 12 months Details
- One-day group permit — $5. Group vehicles, one day Details
From the Minnesota state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Reserve MN (US eDirect)
- Phone
- 866-857-2757
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: state buildings.
Pets are not allowed inside state buildings.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive-in Sites The park has 72 total campsites in two campgrounds. These are non-secluded sites on mowed grass in semi-wooded areas. The semi-modern campground has 34 electric sites and 15 non-electric sites. There are also 23 sites in a rustic campground, best suited for tent campers. | — | ShowersRVs up to Maximum 66 feet. Length is measured from the front of your tow vehicle to the rear of the vehicle being towed. | — |
| Pull-Through Sites The park has two pull-through sites, both located in the semi-modern campground. One is electric and the other is non-electric. | — | Showers | — |
| Electric Sites 34 electric sites offering 50 and 30 amp service. Water is available at the dump station. | — | ElectricShowersRVs up to Maximum 66 feet. Length is measured from the front of your tow vehicle to the rear of the vehicle being towed. | — |
| Walk-in Sites There are three walk-in sites located 100-300 yards from parking. | — | Showers | — |
| Group Center The Cottonwood Group Center has eight bunkhouses and sleeps up to 96 people. Two of the bunkhouses are accessible. It also has a modern kitchen/dining area complete with walk-in cooler, a large six burner stove, and modern shower facilities. Available seasonally, from the Friday after Memorial Day until the weekend following Labor Day. Call the ranger station to reserve up to 12 months in advance. | — | Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Drive-in Sites: The park has 72 total campsites in two campgrounds. These are non-secluded sites on mowed grass in semi-wooded areas. The semi-modern campground has 34 electric sites and 15 non-electric sites. There are also 23 sites in a rustic campground, best suited for tent campers.
Pull-Through Sites: The park has two pull-through sites, both located in the semi-modern campground. One is electric and the other is non-electric.
Electric Sites: 34 electric sites offering 50 and 30 amp service. Water is available at the dump station.
RV Length Limit: Maximum 66 feet. Length is measured from the front of your tow vehicle to the rear of the vehicle being towed.
Accessible Sites — 1: Electric site number 24 in the semi-modern campground is an accessible drive-in site.
Walk-in Sites: There are three walk-in sites located 100-300 yards from parking.
Group Center: The Cottonwood Group Center has eight bunkhouses and sleeps up to 96 people. Two of the bunkhouses are accessible. It also has a modern kitchen/dining area complete with walk-in cooler, a large six burner stove, and modern shower facilities. Available seasonally, from the Friday after Memorial Day until the weekend following Labor Day. Call the ranger station to reserve up to 12 months in advance.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Cabins
- Camper Cabins2 camper cabins — The park has two year-round camper cabins with electric heat and screened porches. Coffee Tree Retreat is 400 feet from restrooms and sleeps six. Hackberry Haven is acccessible, sleeps five, 345 feet from restrooms. Pets are not allowed inside state buildings. More details about camper cabins.
Accessible Lodging: Two of the eight bunkhouses in the Cottonwood Group Center are accessible.
The Hackberry Haven camper cabin is accessible, and the Stone CCC Cabin is accessible.
Cabins: The stone Civilian Conservation Corps cabin is available seasonally and accessible.
Camper Cabins — 2 camper cabins: The park has two year-round camper cabins with electric heat and screened porches.
Coffee Tree Retreat is 400 feet from restrooms and sleeps six. Hackberry Haven is acccessible, sleeps five, 345 feet from restrooms.
Pets are not allowed inside state buildings. More details about camper cabins.
Things to do
CampingSwimmingPicnickingHikingHistoric sites and toursFishingCanoeing and kayaking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking (summer) | — | — | The park has eight miles of hiking trails. Bicycles are not allowed on any of the park's hiking trails. We do not have bike trails here.Hiking |
| Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Classic (winter) | 6 mi | — | 6 miles — The park grooms six miles of classic cross-country ski trails when there is enough snow. Cross-country skis are available for rental from the ranger station. A Great Minnesota Ski Pass is required on groomed ski trails for skiers age 16 and up. Only skiing is allowed on groomed trails, no hiking or other non-ski activities. Skate skiing and skijoring are not allowed.Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Classic |
| Snowshoe (winter) | 2 mi | — | 2 miles — The park maintains approximately two miles of packed trails for snowshoeing and winter hiking. Snowshoes are available to rent from the ranger station.Snowshoe |
Trail descriptions from the park
Summer — Hiking: The park has eight miles of hiking trails. Bicycles are not allowed on any of the park's hiking trails. We do not have bike trails here.
Winter — Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Classic — 6 miles: The park grooms six miles of classic cross-country ski trails when there is enough snow. Cross-country skis are available for rental from the ranger station.
A Great Minnesota Ski Pass is required on groomed ski trails for skiers age 16 and up.
Only skiing is allowed on groomed trails, no hiking or other non-ski activities. Skate skiing and skijoring are not allowed.
Winter — Snowshoe — 2 miles: The park maintains approximately two miles of packed trails for snowshoeing and winter hiking. Snowshoes are available to rent from the ranger station.
Swimming
Swimming Beach: The park features a chlorinated sand-bottom swim pond, open seasonally, with lifeguards on duty when the swim pond is open. It is accessible, with a sidewalk leading into the swim pond. Check the park's seasonal update for the dates and times when the swim pond is open.
Boating and paddling
Canoe Access — Cottonwood River
Fishing
Fishing: Fish in the Cottonwood River.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Nature center or museum
- Group facilities
Water
- Swimming beach
Camping
- RV dump station
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
Lodging
- Cabins
- Glamping or camper cabins
Accessibility
- Accessible cabins or lodging
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible cabins or lodging
Accessible Sites — 1: Electric site number 24 in the semi-modern campground is an accessible drive-in site.
Group Center: The Cottonwood Group Center has eight bunkhouses and sleeps up to 96 people. Two of the bunkhouses are accessible. It also has a modern kitchen/dining area complete with walk-in cooler, a large six burner stove, and modern shower facilities. Available seasonally, from the Friday after Memorial Day until the weekend following Labor Day. Call the ranger station to reserve up to 12 months in advance.
Accessible Lodging: Two of the eight bunkhouses in the Cottonwood Group Center are accessible.
The Hackberry Haven camper cabin is accessible, and the Stone CCC Cabin is accessible.
Cabins: The stone Civilian Conservation Corps cabin is available seasonally and accessible.
Read more from the park
Showers: Three accessible showers are available seasonally. Located in the semi-modern campground, beach house and group center.
Flush Toilets: Three accessible restroom buildings are available seasonally. Located in the semi-modern campground, beach house and group center.
Picnic Area: The accessible picnic area is adjacent to the river, near the swimming pond and beach house.
Accessible Picnic Shelter: One accessible enclosed shelter accommodates 65 people, available year-round. It has a meeting room with electricity, six picnic tables, a woodstove and a small kitchen to warm food and serve from the counter. Call the park to reserve.
Swimming Beach: The park features a chlorinated sand-bottom swim pond, open seasonally, with lifeguards on duty when the swim pond is open. It is accessible, with a sidewalk leading into the swim pond. Check the park's seasonal update for the dates and times when the swim pond is open.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1300 Summit Avenue
New Ulm, MN 56073 - Nearest town
- New Ulm
- Coordinates
- 44.2942, -94.4594
- Phone
- (507) 233-1260
- flandrau.statepark@state.mn.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
In New Ulm, follow Broadway (State Highway 15) to 10th Street South. Proceed west on 10th Street South up the hill to Summit Avenue. Then turn left heading south and proceed three blocks to the park entrance which will be on the right (west) side of Summit Avenue. Park entrance is right next to the New Ulm Country Club.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Minnesota State Parks and Trails — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 14, 2026
- MN DNR A-Z list of state parks and recreation areas (park IDs in server-rendered <noscript> links) + state waysides page; details from the compass feature_detail JSON API used by park.html
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology