State Parks Near Red Wing, Minnesota
13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Red Wing, including 4 parks across the line in Wisconsin. The closest is Frontenac State Park, about 14 mi east of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Frontenac State Park14 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 13 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 113 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Red Wing, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Red Wing; driving distance is usually longer.
Frontenac State Park
Visitors come for winter sports, historic sites, wildlife watching, ranger programs, and fishing. The official site lists about 18 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Frontenac State Park →Kinnickinnic State Park
Things to do include mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 10 miles, according to the park. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Kinnickinnic State Park →Afton State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, swimming, and boating. On the water side, there is a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Afton State Park →Nerstrand Big Woods State Park
Popular activities here are wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: 83 campsites across 5 camping areas, including RV sites with electric hookups and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Nerstrand Big Woods State Park →Willow River State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Willow River State Park →Fort Snelling State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, historic sites, winter sports, swimming, and boating. The official site lists about 18 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Snelling State Park →Red Cedar State Trail
The park supports cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and hunting in season.
Hours, fees and rules for Red Cedar State Trail →Carley State Park
The park supports fishing, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 4 miles of trails. Camping is available: 20 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites, tent sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Carley State Park →Rice Lake State Park
Things to do include snowmobiling, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and wildlife watching. Facilities for water recreation include a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Rice Lake State Park →William O'Brien State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, swimming, and boating. Its trail network totals roughly 12 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for William O'Brien State Park →Whitewater State Park
The park supports golf, historic sites, swimming, fishing, and ranger programs. The official site lists about 10 miles of trails. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Whitewater State Park →John A. Latsch State Park
Things to do include wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for John A. Latsch State Park →Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area
Popular activities here are hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 9 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Red Wing
- Frontenac State Park 14 mi east · 77 campsites
- Kinnickinnic State Park 19 mi north · Campground listed
- Afton State Park 21 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Nerstrand Big Woods State Park 29 mi southwest · 83 campsites
- Willow River State Park 30 mi north · Campground listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Red Wing
- Afton State Park 21 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- William O'Brien State Park 45 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Whitewater State Park 45 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Red Wing
- Fort Snelling State Park 35 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- William O'Brien State Park 45 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area 48 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Red Wing
- Kinnickinnic State Park 19 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Afton State Park 21 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Willow River State Park 30 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fort Snelling State Park 35 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- William O'Brien State Park 45 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near Red Wing
- Frontenac State Park 14 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Kinnickinnic State Park 19 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Afton State Park 21 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Nerstrand Big Woods State Park 29 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Willow River State Park 30 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Fishing near Red Wing
- Frontenac State Park 14 mi east · Fishing listed
- Kinnickinnic State Park 19 mi north · Fishing listed
- Afton State Park 21 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Willow River State Park 30 mi north · Fishing listed
- Fort Snelling State Park 35 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Red Wing
What is the closest state park to Red Wing?
Frontenac State Park is the closest, about 14 miles east of Red Wing in a straight line. Next are Kinnickinnic State Park and Afton State Park.
How many state parks are near Red Wing?
13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Red Wing have camping?
11 parks list camping, the nearest being Frontenac State Park, Kinnickinnic State Park and Afton State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Red Wing?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Fort Snelling State Park, William O'Brien State Park and Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Red Wing?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.