Rain having impact on Minnesota state parks and trails

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Rain having impact on Minnesota state parks and trails
(Released September 23, 2010)


Heavy rains are having an immediate impact on Minnesota state parks and trails in many parts of the state, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Depending on location, visitors may find rivers and streams topping their banks, higher lake water levels, trail washouts, campground closures, flooded or eroded roadways and some facility closures.

DNR staff will continue to assess conditions over the next couple of days to provide updated information where possible. In spite of significant rainfall, many facilities and locations will remain open with little or no interruption to normal operations.

Current closures due to flooding:

Minnesota Valley State Trail.
Snake Creek and Trout Valley OHV state forest recreation areas.
Campground at Beaver Creek Valley State Park.
Handful of campsites at Whitewater State Park.
However, since conditions are changing quickly, the DNR advises people to check the individual state park or trail web pages or call the park directly for the latest information.

People may also call the DNR Information Center at 651-296-6157 or toll-free 888-646-6367.