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Lac qui Parle is a French translation of the namegiven to the lake by the Dakota Indians who called it the "lake that speaks." If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.
Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.
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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/fort-meade-sd/report/place/lac-qui-parle-state-park-watson-mn.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/fort-meade-sd/report/place/lac-qui-parle-state-park-watson-mn.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/fort-meade-sd/report/place/lac-qui-parle-state-park-watson-mn.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/fort-meade-sd/report/place/lac-qui-parle-state-park-watson-mn.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/fort-meade-sd/report/place/lac-qui-parle-state-park-watson-mn.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. 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If you visit in the spring or fall you'll understand why. The lake is a stop over for thousands of migratory Canada geese and other waterfowl. You'll hear a chorus of honking, quacking, and other vocalizations. Paddle the lake, or cast a line and catch walleye, northerns, perch, or crappie. Explore one of the trails by foot or horseback. Visit the historic Fort Renville and Lac qui Parle mission sites. While in the area, be sure to visit the 33,000 acre Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Park Highlights:CampingFishingBird Watching/Winter Eagle SightingsHuntingCanoeingCross-country SkiingCampingDrive-in Sites New Upper Campground has 43 sites; Lower campground has 24 sites.Upper campground sites include two wheelchair accessible sites, 37 electric sites including 9 sites with full water and sewer hookup. Upper campground is open from April 22 through MEA weekend. There is no winter camping in this park. Vault toilets are available year-round in the park and the lower campground.Pull-Through Sites 8 sites in Upper CampgroundThree of these pull-through sites have sewer, water and electric hook-ups available.Electric Sites 37 sites in upper campground; 21 sites in lower campground.Reservations are recommended for weekends.RV Length Limit Lower Campground - 50 Feet / Upper Campground - 60 FeetLength is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed.Cart-in Sites 3 sites in Upper CampgroundSites are located 100 to 400 feet from parking area. These sites are more secluded and shaded than other campsites in the park.Horse Camp NoneThe park has horse trails for day-use only.Group Camp 2 Sites - Each accommodates up to 50 peopleSites are located in Lower Unit. No electrical hookup. Water spigot and vault toilets available. Tents only.TrailsSummerHiking 7 miles in upper and lower unitsVisitors can access trails from behind the picnic shelter in the lower campground. Flat trails are easy to hike and take the visitor along some of the backwaters in the park. Lots of good bird watching and wildlife observation along trails. Trails are located in the upper and lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.Horse 5 Miles in Lower UnitFlat trails for easy riding. Trails are located in the lower unit and are susceptible to seasonal flooding.WinterSnowshoe Anywhere in the parkRecreation FacilitiesSummerPicnic Area On Lac qui Parle LakeTables and fire rings available in area. Picnicking is available at various locations in the park.Picnic Shelter 2 Open SheltersShelters are located near the Lower Unit Campground. One shelter has electricity. Can be reserved by calling the park office.WinterWarming House Lower campgroundIn winter, the picnic shelter, located near the lower unit campground, is used as a warming house. The shelter is enclosed and contains fireplace.WaterWater Source Minnesota River and Lac qui Parle LakeFishing Lac qui Parle LakeExcellent fishing for walleye and catfish.Swimming Beach Within the parkSandy beach located in a scenic, rocky area on the west side of Lac qui Parle Lake. No lifeguard.Boat Access Near the BeachThere are several boat access sites throughout the Lac qui Parle Lake area.Boating Restrictions Lac qui Parle LakeNo jet skis allowed. Lake is located within Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area. Rules governing lake use vary with the season. Check at the park headquarters for current information and regulations.Canoe Access On Lac qui Parle River Near Lower CampgroundCanoe access is open and available.</p> </div> <div class="reportthis" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <form method="post" action="/fort-meade-sd/report/place/lac-qui-parle-state-park-watson-mn.html"> <button type="submit" class="btn btnregister pull-right" style="margin-bottom: 10px;">Flag This Place</button> </form> </div> <div class="report_button_message">Please use "Flag This Place" to alert us about content that is inappropriate or needs immediate attention. 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