Sibley 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
- No dogs
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins, glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- dnr.state.mn.us(320) 347-7810
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Partial closure Youth Hunt at Sibley State ParkOn Oct. 24 and 25, 2026, portions of Sibley State Park is closed to the public due to a special youth hunt. The youth deer hunters will be limited to… (more)
On Oct. 24 and 25, 2026, portions of Sibley State Park is closed to the public due to a special youth hunt. The youth deer hunters will be limited to the Western area of the park, West of County Roads #48 and #38. Due to hunt, the western portion of the horse trail is closed. Learn more about Minnesota State Park special hunts.
Posted by the park 2026-10-22. Official alert
Alert Wildlife tipsWildlife lives near and moves through this area. Learn more about raccoons and bears on the DNR's Living with wildlife webpage. For additional safety… (more)
Wildlife lives near and moves through this area. Learn more about raccoons and bears on the DNR's Living with wildlife webpage. For additional safety tips while hiking, camping and fishing visit bearwise.org. Updated Oct. 22, 2026 - 11:30am
Posted by the park 2026-10-22. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 2,744 acres, Sibley State Park lies in Kandiyohi County, about 13 miles north of Willmar.
The park supports cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, historic sites, and canoeing and kayaking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a fishing pier. Camping is available: 5 camping areas, including RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, group camping, equestrian camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
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. | — |
| Other — Oct. 23 to 31, 2026 | Fri | 8:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. | — |
| Sat | 8:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. | — | |
| Sun | 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — | |
| Mon | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Tue | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Wed | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — | |
| Thu | 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | — | |
| Other — Nov. 1 to 8, 2026 | Mon | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — |
| Tue | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Wed | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — | |
| Thu | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Fri | 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — | |
| Sat | 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — | |
| Other — Nov. 9 to 15, 2026 | Tue | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — |
| Wed | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — | |
| Thu | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Fri | 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — | |
| Other — Nov. 16 to 25, 2026 | Mon | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — |
| Tue | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Wed | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — | |
| Thu | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — | |
| Fri | 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — | |
| Other — Nov. 24 to 30, 2026 | Tue | 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | — |
| Wed | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — | |
| Mon | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | — | |
| Campground | Camper Cabins OPEN 7 days of week April 1 to Oct. 31. Camper Cabins OPEN Thursday to Sundays Nov. 1, to March 31. Fish Cleaning Station is CLOSED. The dump station is CLOSED. Camping is OPEN in Lakeview and Oak Ridge Campgrounds. Water is CLOSED in campgrounds. Horse camp is OPEN and horse trails are OPEN for day use. Primitive Group Camp is OPEN. The four camper cabins are OPEN year-round. The fishing docks TAKEN IN, and will be put back out by May 8, 2027. | ||
| Visitor center — Interpretive Center upstairs | Mon–Sat | 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — |
| Park | Showers: EAST (Upper) and WEST (Lower) Lakeview Showers and Oak Ridge Campground showers are CLOSED until May 7, 2027. NOTE: Primitive Group Camp does not include showers. Bathrooms: Toilets are CLOSED at EAST and WEST Lakeview Campground, Beach Store, OakRidge Campground and Cedar Hill picnic shelter. Toilets are open in the ranger station and Interpretive Center basement and vault toilets are available throughout the park year-round, including in both campgrounds. | ||
| Other — Buildings | Daily | 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Oct. 23 to 31, 2026: Friday, Oct. 23, 30: 8:15 am to 3:45 pm Saturday, Oct. 24, 31: 8:15 am to 3:45 pm Sunday, Oct. 25: 8:15 am to 3:30 pm Monday, Oct. 26: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Tuesday, Oct. 27: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday, Oct. 28: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday, Oct. 29: 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Nov. 1 to 8, 2026: Sunday, Nov. 1, 8: Hours Vary Monday, Nov. 2: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Tuesday, Nov. 3: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday, Nov. 4: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday, Nov. 5: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Friday, Nov. 6: 8:15 am to 3:30 pm Saturday, Nov. 7: 8:15 am to 3:30 pm
Nov. 9 to 15, 2026: Monday, Nov. 9: CLOSED Tuesday, Nov. 10: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday, Nov. 11: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday, Nov. 12: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Friday, Nov. 13: 8:15 am to 3:30 pm Saturday, Nov. 14: Hours Vary Sunday, Nov. 15: Hours Vary
Nov. 16 to 25, 2026: Monday, Nov. 16, 23: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Tuesday, Nov. 17, 24: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday, Nov. 18, 25: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday, Nov. 19: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Friday, Nov. 20: 8:15 am to 3:30 pm Saturday, Nov. 21: Hours Vary Sunday, Nov. 22: Hours Vary
Nov. 24 to 30, 2026: Tuesday, Nov. 24: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday, Nov. 25: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursday, Nov. 26: Hours Vary Friday, Nov. 27: Hours Vary Saturday, Nov. 28: Hours Vary Sunday, Nov. 29: Hours Vary Monday, Nov. 30: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Camper Cabins OPEN 7 days of week April 1 to Oct. 31. Camper Cabins OPEN Thursday to Sundays Nov. 1, to March 31. Fish Cleaning Station is CLOSED. The dump station is CLOSED. Camping is OPEN in Lakeview and Oak Ridge Campgrounds. Water is CLOSED in campgrounds. Horse camp is OPEN and horse trails are OPEN for day use. Primitive Group Camp is OPEN. The four camper cabins are OPEN year-round. The fishing docks TAKEN IN, and will be put back out by May 8, 2027.
Interpretive Center upstairs hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 3:30pm Sunday CLOSED. Interpretive basement Trail Center Bathrooms and water is AVAILABLE year round.
Showers: EAST (Upper) and WEST (Lower) Lakeview Showers and Oak Ridge Campground showers are CLOSED until May 7, 2027. NOTE: Primitive Group Camp does not include showers. Bathrooms: Toilets are CLOSED at EAST and WEST Lakeview Campground, Beach Store, OakRidge Campground and Cedar Hill picnic shelter. Toilets are open in the ranger station and Interpretive Center basement and vault toilets are available throughout the park year-round, including in both campgrounds.
Buildings: The Cedar Hill picnic shelter is OPEN until snow falls, but water is OFF. It can be reserved from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm ay to Sept each year. Reserve it up to one year ahead by calling the ranger station at 320-347-7810, ext. 0.
Interpretive Center upstairs hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 3:30pm Sunday CLOSED . Interpretive basement Trail Center Bathrooms and water is AVAILABLE year round. RVs: Larger RVs will not fit in some sites. Please verify that your RV will fit in a campsite prior to making reservations. Campgrounds: Camper Cabins OPEN 7 days of week April 1 to Oct. 31. Camper Cabins OPEN Thursday to Sundays Nov. 1, to March 31. Fish Cleaning Station is CLOSED. The dump station is CLOSED. Camping is OPEN in Lakeview and Oak Ridge Campgrounds. Water is CLOSED in campgrounds. Horse camp is OPEN and horse trails are OPEN for day use. Primitive Group Camp is OPEN. The four camper cabins are OPEN year-round. The fishing docks TAKEN IN, and will be put back out by May 8, 2027.
Interpretive Center upstairs hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 3:30pm Sunday CLOSED. Interpretive basement Trail Center Bathrooms and water is AVAILABLE year round. Electric sites: Lakeview Campground Electric sites are OPEN. All Lakeview campsites are electric except 32. Electric sites (99 to 132) are OPEN in the Oak Ridge Campground. Note that Sibley State Park campsites are either electric or non-electric only, as this park does not have full hookups. Programs: Programs are available throughout the year. Sibley State Park programs: for more info Check the schedule. Trails: Sibley State Park - summer trails are open. The Horse trails are OPEN. Mt. Tom Trail is OPEN. Dump station: The dump station is CLOSED. Potable water is available for fills at dump station. Water: Water spigots is OFF in Lakeview, Oakridge and Horse campgrounds. Dump station is CLOSED on Oct. 26 until May 7, 2027 and water is available for filling there. You can fill water tanks at the outdoor spigot on the ranger station building year round. Interpretive Center basement water spigot for 1 gallon jugs is AVAILABLE year round. Other: Firewood is available year-round at the ranger station when it is open, or it can be purchased through Yodel. Ice is available from May to early Nov. at the ranger station. Retail is also at the ranger station - shop for great Holiday gifts: gift cards, hats, clothing, books and other fun items for friends and family! Rentals: In the winter when there's enough snow, you can rent snowshoes for $6 per pair at the ranger station. Winter hours may vary - be sure to check in advance. The beach store is CLOSED. When beach store is open, kayak, canoe and waterboards will be available for rental (if wind & weather good). BEACH STORE will be open in mid-May 2027. Drinking water: Drinking water is CLOSED until May 7, 2027 in Lakeview and Oak Ridge Campgrounds, Cedar Hill picnic area, Horse Camp and the beach. Dump station is CLOSED until May 7, 2027; water is available seasonally when OPEN (May 7 to Oct. 18, 2027). You can fill water tanks year-round at the outdoor spigot on the ranger station. Interpretive Center basement water spigot for 1 gallon jugs is OPEN year round. 2027 Water turn on is scheduled for May 7, 2027.
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
- Camping
- Required
- Booking system
- Reserve MN (US eDirect)
- Phone
- 866-857-2757
Reservations needed before occupying a campsite.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
No dogs
Pets are not allowed.
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 99 sites across two campgrounds. Sites in the Lakeview Campground are near the lake. Oak Ridge sites include a variety of wooded and open locations. | — | ShowersRVs up to The max RV length is 60 feet. Length is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed. | — |
| Electric Sites The park has 40 electric sites in the Lakeview Campground and 34 electric sites in the Oak Ridge campground. | — | ElectricShowersRVs up to The max RV length is 60 feet. Length is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed. | — |
| Horse Camp The horse campground has nine sites with tie lines and water, and vault toilets | — | Showers | — |
| Group Camp The group campground has three shaded sites with fire rings, picnic tables, running water, and vault toilets. Tents only.
Site 1 - accommodates up to 30 people.
Site 2 - accommodates up to 50 people.
Site 3 - accommodates up to 20 people. | — | Showers | — |
| Group Center The group center accommodates 105 people. It has seven bunkhouses, a staff quarters, dining hall and commercial kitchen, modern bathroom building and a craft hall, as well as one large fire ring. Photos and more details. | — | Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Drive-in Sites: The park has 99 sites across two campgrounds. Sites in the Lakeview Campground are near the lake. Oak Ridge sites include a variety of wooded and open locations. Electric Sites: The park has 40 electric sites in the Lakeview Campground and 34 electric sites in the Oak Ridge campground. RV Length Limit: The max RV length is 60 feet. Length is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed. Accessible Sites: The Lakeview campground has four accessible sites. Three are electric. The Oak Ridge campground has four accessible sites. Two are electric. Horse Camp: The horse campground has nine sites with tie lines and water, and vault toilets Group Camp: The group campground has three shaded sites with fire rings, picnic tables, running water, and vault toilets. Tents only. Site 1 - accommodates up to 30 people. Site 2 - accommodates up to 50 people. Site 3 - accommodates up to 20 people. Group Center: The group center accommodates 105 people. It has seven bunkhouses, a staff quarters, dining hall and commercial kitchen, modern bathroom building and a craft hall, as well as one large fire ring. Photos and more details.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Camper Cabins
Accessible Lodging: The Loon camper cabin is accessible. Camper Cabins: The park has four heated cabins available year-round. Thursday through Sunday during winter season. Daily April through October. The Lady Slipper, Monarch, and Walleye cabins sleep six. The Loon cabin sleeps five and is wheelchair accessible. Pets are not allowed. More information on camper cabins. Camper Cabins: The park has four heated cabins available year-round. Thursday through Sunday during winter season. Daily April through October. The Lady Slipper, Monarch, and Walleye cabins sleep six. The Loon cabin sleeps five and is wheelchair accessible. Pets are not allowed. More information on camper cabins.
Things to do
Ranger and interpretive programsWildlife viewing and birdingCampingFishingCanoeing and kayakingHikingWinter sportsCross-country skiingHistoric sites and toursPicnickingHorseback ridingSwimmingBoating
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Classic (winter) | — | — | The park has eight miles of intermediate to challenging trails with lots of ups and downs. The groomed classic cross-country ski trails are double tracked, predominantly one-way loop trails. p> A Great Minnesota Ski Pass is required on groomed ski trails for skiers age 16 and up. Snowshoes are available to rent from the ranger station.Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Classic |
| Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Skate (winter) | — | — | Skate ski 2.5 miles from the ranger station to Mt. Tom for a spectacular winter panoramic view of the area.Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Skate |
| Snowmobile (winter) | — | — | The park's six miles of snowmobile trails connect to the extensive county trail system.Snowmobile |
| Snowshoe (winter) | — | — | Anywhere except groomed trails — Snowshoeing is allowed anywhere in the park except groomed ski and snowmobile trails. Snowshoe rentals are available at the ranger station.Snowshoe |
| Other (winter) | — | — | Sibley is the gateway to ice fishing on Lake Andrew. There's excellent crappie fishing, occasional walleyes and northerns.Other |
| Accessible (summer) | 0.7 mi | — | 0.7 miles — The Pondview Trail is a 0.7-mile accessible hiking trail that begins at the parking lot near the interpretive center and circles a nearby wetland. The entire trail consists of profile grades of 0% to 7%, with level resting areas after the steeper trail sections. Interpretive signs along the trail describe the wildlife and natural features.AccessibleAccessible |
| Self-Guided (summer) | — | — | The park has 1.5 miles of self-guided trail where visitors can learn about native plants and animals.Self-Guided |
| Hiking (summer) | — | — | The park has 18 miles of easy to moderate trails winding through wood, hilltop prairies and savannas. Visit the park's hiking club trail Mt. Tom Trail. The trail is 3.3 mile and closes in the winter.Hiking |
| Paved Bike (summer) | — | — | The paved trail runs 3.5 miles from the interpretive center to the corner of Highway 71 and County Road 40. Eventually it will connect to the Glacial Lakes State Trail five miles away, which passes through New London, Spicer and Willmar.Paved Bike |
| Horse (summer) | — | — | The park has seven miles of horse trails. All horse trails begin and end at the Horse Trail Center.Horse |
Trail descriptions from the park
Winter — Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Classic: The park has eight miles of intermediate to challenging trails with lots of ups and downs. The groomed classic cross-country ski trails are double tracked, predominantly one-way loop trails. p> A Great Minnesota Ski Pass is required on groomed ski trails for skiers age 16 and up. Snowshoes are available to rent from the ranger station. Winter — Groomed Cross-Country Skiing Skate: Skate ski 2.5 miles from the ranger station to Mt. Tom for a spectacular winter panoramic view of the area. Winter — Snowmobile: The park's six miles of snowmobile trails connect to the extensive county trail system. Winter — Snowshoe — Anywhere except groomed trails: Snowshoeing is allowed anywhere in the park except groomed ski and snowmobile trails. Snowshoe rentals are available at the ranger station. Winter — Other: Sibley is the gateway to ice fishing on Lake Andrew. There's excellent crappie fishing, occasional walleyes and northerns. Summer — Accessible — 0.7 miles: The Pondview Trail is a 0.7-mile accessible hiking trail that begins at the parking lot near the interpretive center and circles a nearby wetland. The entire trail consists of profile grades of 0% to 7%, with level resting areas after the steeper trail sections. Interpretive signs along the trail describe the wildlife and natural features. Summer — Self-Guided: The park has 1.5 miles of self-guided trail where visitors can learn about native plants and animals. Summer — Hiking: The park has 18 miles of easy to moderate trails winding through wood, hilltop prairies and savannas. Visit the park's hiking club trail Mt. Tom Trail. The trail is 3.3 mile and closes in the winter. Summer — Paved Bike: The paved trail runs 3.5 miles from the interpretive center to the corner of Highway 71 and County Road 40. Eventually it will connect to the Glacial Lakes State Trail five miles away, which passes through New London, Spicer and Willmar. Summer — Horse: The park has seven miles of horse trails. All horse trails begin and end at the Horse Trail Center. Trail conditions: Sibley State Park - summer trails are open. The Horse trails are OPEN. Mt. Tom Trail is OPEN.
Swimming
Swimming Beach: The park has a swimming beach on Lake Andrew.
Boating and paddling
Boat Access: The park has trailer access on Lake Andrew. Boat Docks
Fishing
Fishing Pier: The park has wheelchair accessible fishing piers on Lake Andrew.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Group facilities
Water
- Swimming beach
- Marina or boat slips
- Fishing pier
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Group camping
- Equestrian camping
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: The Lakeview campground has four accessible sites. Three are electric. The Oak Ridge campground has four accessible sites. Two are electric. Accessible Lodging: The Loon camper cabin is accessible. Camper Cabins: The park has four heated cabins available year-round. Thursday through Sunday during winter season. Daily April through October. The Lady Slipper, Monarch, and Walleye cabins sleep six. The Loon cabin sleeps five and is wheelchair accessible. Pets are not allowed. More information on camper cabins. Showers: Shower buildings are located in the Lakeview and Oak Ridge campgrounds. Showers in the Lakeview Campground are wheelchair accessible. Vault Toilets: Vault toilets are available year-round. Most are wheelchair accessible. Fishing Pier: The park has wheelchair accessible fishing piers on Lake Andrew. Picnic Area: The park has three picnic areas: one in the Cedar Hill picnic grounds, another on Lake Andrew, and a third at the boat access. The Cedar Hill picnic grounds have an accessible route and tables. Accessible — 0.7 miles: The Pondview Trail is a 0.7-mile accessible hiking trail that begins at the parking lot near the interpretive center and circles a nearby wetland. The entire trail consists of profile grades of 0% to 7%, with level resting areas after the steeper trail sections. Interpretive signs along the trail describe the wildlife and natural features.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 800 Sibley Park Road Northeast
New London, MN 56273 - Nearest town
- Willmar — about 13 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 45.3113, -95.0091
- Phone
- (320) 347-7810
- sibley.statepark@state.mn.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
From St. Cloud, take State Hwy 23 to New London, then State Hwy 9 west to County Rd. 40. Then go west on County Rd. 40. Go one mile north on 71 to park entrance. From Willmar, take US Hwy 71 north, 15 miles to the park entrance.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Minnesota State Parks and Trails — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Oct 22, 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