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Great River Bluffs State Park

Great River Bluffs State Park is a Minnesota state park located near Winona, Minnesota.

Great River Bluffs State Park

Great River Bluffs State Park is located 20 miles southeast of Winona in southern Minnesota bluff country. The park can be reached by traveling on I-90, exiting at county road 12 and following the signs to the park.

Hiking trails will take you to many scenic Mississippi River overlooks. A favorite hike is the one mile, self-guided Kings Bluff interpretive trail.

Camping facilities include 31 private sites, 2 handicapped accessible camp sites that are located near the shower/bathroom building and, as well, some RV sites, bike-in sites and 2 group campgrounds.

Detailed information about this, and other, Minnesota state park campgrounds can be found in Minnesota State Parks: A Camper's Guide.

Online information about Minnesota state park activities, educational programs, reservations and maps can be found at the Minnesota State Parks DNR Website

Some features of this Minnesota state park include:

The King's Bluff trail with breathtaking views of the Mississippi River Valley.
Many other hiking trails along the park's ridges
Mounds that may have been used as burial grounds
Spectacular fall colors
Trails are open in winter for showshoe and cross-country skiing
Look for eagles, hawks, wild turkeys,ruffed grouse and many species of songbirds
Explore Winona, Minnesota attractions.

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