State Parks Near River Falls, Wisconsin
15 state park units lie within 50 miles of River Falls, including 8 parks across the line in Minnesota. The closest is Kinnickinnic State Park, about 6 mi west of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Kinnickinnic State Park6 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 15 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 103 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near River Falls, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central River Falls; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →Stower Seven Lakes State Trail
Visitors come for biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Stower Seven Lakes State Trail →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 →Interstate State Park
Visitors come for rock climbing, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Interstate State Park →Interstate State Park
Popular activities here are rock climbing, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Interstate State Park →St. Croix Boom Site State Wayside
Popular activities here are picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for St. Croix Boom Site State Wayside →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 →Cattail State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Cattail State Trail →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 →Wild River State Park
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and wildlife watching. Its trail network totals roughly 5 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Wild River State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near River Falls
- Kinnickinnic State Park 6 mi west · Campground listed
- Afton State Park 9 mi west · Campground listed
- Willow River State Park 11 mi north · Campground listed
- William O'Brien State Park 26 mi north · Campground listed
- Frontenac State Park 27 mi southeast · 77 campsites
+ 5 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near River Falls
- Afton State Park 9 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- William O'Brien State Park 26 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Wild River State Park 46 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near River Falls
- William O'Brien State Park 26 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fort Snelling State Park 28 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area 42 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near River Falls
- Kinnickinnic State Park 6 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Afton State Park 9 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Willow River State Park 11 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- William O'Brien State Park 26 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fort Snelling State Park 28 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 1 more in the list above
Hiking near River Falls
- Kinnickinnic State Park 6 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Afton State Park 9 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Willow River State Park 11 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- William O'Brien State Park 26 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Frontenac State Park 27 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near River Falls
- Kinnickinnic State Park 6 mi west · Fishing listed
- Afton State Park 9 mi west · Fishing listed
- Willow River State Park 11 mi north · Fishing listed
- William O'Brien State Park 26 mi north · Fishing listed
- Frontenac State Park 27 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near River Falls
What is the closest state park to River Falls?
Kinnickinnic State Park is the closest, about 6 miles west of River Falls in a straight line. Next are Afton State Park and Willow River State Park.
How many state parks are near River Falls?
15 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 River Falls have camping?
10 parks list camping, the nearest being Kinnickinnic State Park, Afton State Park and Willow River State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near River Falls?
Yes, at 3 parks, including William O'Brien State Park, Fort Snelling 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 River Falls?
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.
State parks near other cities
- Near Red Wing, MN19 mi south
- Near Minneapolis, MN32 mi west
- Near Lakeville, MN33 mi west
- Near North Branch, MN48 mi north
- Near Faribault, MN50 mi southwest
- Near Eau Claire, WI55 mi east
- Near Waconia, MN57 mi west
- Near Rochester, MN59 mi south
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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.