About • Location • Activities • Ecology
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Overview |
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Lake Shetek is the largest lake in southwestern Minnesota and is the headwaters of the Des Moines River. |
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History |
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In 2010 a new campground was added and the existing campground underwent a major overhaul. |
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Management |
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The prairie was mowed in July 2013 to control sweet clover. |
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Location |
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Maps |
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Printable Map(s) with GPS coordinates |
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Size |
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1,152 acres statutory, 946 owned |
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Parking |
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163 State Park Road |
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Hours |
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Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. |
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Fees |
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Daily park permit: $7 Annual park permit: $35 |
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Murray County | ||||||
Southwest Minnesota | ||||||
Activities |
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Hiking Trails |
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14 miles The Curie Loop of the Casey Jones State Trail passes through the park. |
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Hunting |
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No hunting |
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Ecology |
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Ecological Classification |
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Ecological Province | Prairie Parkland Province |
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Ecological Section | North Central Glaciated Plains |
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Ecological Subsection | Coteau Moraines |
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Land Type Association | Slayton Moraine |
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Native Plant Communities* |
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Basswood - Bur Oak - (Green Ash) Forest Dry Hill Oak Savanna (Southern) Southern Wet-Mesic Hardwood Forest |
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* Source: The Minnesota Biological Survey, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Ecological Resources | |||||||
Natural Features |
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Lake Shetek State Park - Minnesota Jun 24, 2020 |
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Whether you are looking to score some Walleye or catch a glimpse of pelicans or deer, this southern Minnesota State Park is a great place to take your family. From wonderful wooded trails, to a swimming beach and even bike paths, all family members will find something to enjoy. Also, for more questions or information on WanderWithoutWifi, head to – |
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Lake Shetek State Park Jerry Windley-Daoust |
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Published on Aug 14, 2013 Clips from our vacation in Lake Shetek State Park. |
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