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Glacial Lakes State Park
  3 Stars (3 Ratings)
  25022 County Road 41
      Starbuck, Minnesota 56381
  United States
  (320) 239-2860
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Description

Stand on top of the scenic glacial hills and experience the vast, open prairie which once dominated Minnesota. Wildflowers and prairie grasses blanket the landscape from spring through fall. Swim, fish or boat (electric motors only) in the fresh, clear waters of 56-acre Signalness Lake. Canoe rental is available. A shady, spacious campground is available; horseback riders and backpack campers can camp at the trail center and at remote sites. A picnic area deck overlooks Signalness Lake.

Wildlife
Many species of prairie and woodland birds make their home at Glacial Lakes. Take the Prairie-Woodland Interpretive Trail or visit marshland areas to see a variety of bird and mammal life. Squirrels, deer, beaver, wood ducks, raccoons, pileated woodpeckers and occasionally coyotes can be seen.

History
Glacial Lakes was established as a state park in 1963 to preserve the rolling prairies of the area, the comparatively pristine condition of the land, and its rich prairie flora. The park preserves a special kind of landform and was an important addition to the Minnesota state park system.

Geology
Glacial Lakes State Park is located in western Minnesota in a geological area commonly known as the Leaf Hills. This region, a 10- to 19-mile-wide band of glacial hills unlike any other in the state, extends from Detroit Lakes to Willmar. As glacial ice advanced southward, hills and bluffs were sheared off down to the bedrock. When the ice retreated, it deposited the rocks, gravel and dirt once suspended within it.

Landscape
The park is located at a crossroads or transition zone between the original prairie land to the west and the central hardwood forests to the east. Only about 1/10 of 1 percent of the original Minnesota prairie remains. The park preserves a portion of rare native prairie including a wide variety of grasses and forbs such as the big and little bluestem grass, Indian grass, prairie clover, pasque flowers, coneflowers, and goldenrods. Common prairie shrubs include wolfberry and rose. Check at the park office to see what wildflowers might be in bloom during your visit. Enjoy the clear and clean 56-acre Singalness Lake that has its entire watershed inside the park.

Park Stats
Campgrounds: 5 Campsites: 54
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Sheri P.
3 Star Rating3.0 out of 5 stars
  Pretty area, not the best campgrounds and facilities
Reviewed on June 19th, 2020
The campsites are small, if you have a large rig it will be tight. The RV dump station is only accessible from one side and there is no water by the waste dump area( so you can't rinse anything right there..EWWW!). The only water is about 100 feet up towards the garbage area and it leaks terribly when hooked to a hose. The bathrooms are adequate, but need work. The horse camp area has NO WATER available. You would have to haul water in and it is a long drive to the closest drinking water spot. The lake is nice and quiet, some good fishing( not great) for a small lake. Pretty area, lots of trees and flowers and rolling hills. Nice people who work there, very friendly and helpful. Boats, canoes, paddleboards and gear can be rented. Lots of varied trails, some with steep hills, so be prepared.
Todd S.
4 Star Rating4.0 out of 5 stars
  Nice Park to Hike Around
Reviewed on June 19th, 2020
Enjoyed the contrast of woods and prairie within the park. Lots of nicely mowed trails to see the various topography and plant life of the park. Campsites are fairly small, but ok. Would definitely return.
Unknown
3 Star Rating3.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on June 19th, 2020
Nice to see the rolling prairie land. We caught a couple nice size bass and northern in the lake. Can rent boat with motors there.
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