Fort Snelling State Park

Fort Snelling State Park is located in Minnesota and is a known as a historic park. Most of the state park preserves the forest, rivers, and backwater lakes. The park was opened in 1962 and has over 400,000 visitors annually. There is a ton of activites to do so make sure you make time to stop by the Historic Fort Snelling State Park.

*The parks most historic and notable feature is the Fort Snelling which is from 1820.

*The fort itself it controlled by Minnesota Historical Society and requires a separate entrance fee.

*Some different recreational events occur on a daily basis at the park such as:biking, boating,cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking, and swimming.

*Different events and exhibits are available at the park daily to entertain people of all ages.


*Admission to get into the park is $10 adults,$8 seniors and college students, $5 children ages 6-17,Free for Children 5 and under.

*Hours vary depending on the day. Set hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day are Tuesday through Sunday 10am to 5pm, Sunday noon to 5pm, Monday Closed. For more details on hours contact the state park at  (651)259-3000.

*For more information with questions, problems, or concerns you can contact Fort Snelling State Park directly at (651)259-3000

*Fort Snelling State Park is located at: 101 Snelling Lake Rd. Saint Paul, MN 55111

*Click here for interactive driving directions to Fort Snelling State Park from the Crowne Plaza Minneapolis Int'l Airport Hotel and Suites in Minneapolis, powered by mapquest.