Scenic beauty at Banning State Park
Contact Information
Banning State Park
61101 Banning Park RdBox 643
Sandstone, MN 55072
About
Treat yourself to a visit to Banning State Park, just minutes off I-35 near Sandstone. In the spring, watch daring canoeists and kayakers shoot the turbulent rapids at Blueberry Slide, Mother's Delight, Dragon's Tooth and Hell's Gate. In the summer, hike along the Kettle River amid dramatic sandstone rock formations with lush lichens, liverworts and mosses. Visit Wolf Creek Falls, the Log Creek Arches and Robinson's Ice Cave. Take in the historic ruins of Banning Sandstone Quarry. 17 mi hiking trails, river fishing and boat access; and 6 mi snowmobile trail. 19 km mostly beginner ski trails through forest and passing the scenic Kettle River Rapids.
Rates
Park permits: $35 annual, $26 second vehicle, $12 handicapped, or $7 daily. Camping fees are separate.
Book an online reservation 24 hours a day. https://reservemn.usedirect.com/MinnesotaWeb/
Phone reservations can be made by calling 866-857-2757
More Information
Seasonality
- Open in fall
- Open in winter
- Open in summer
On-Site Facilities & Services
- Located on a lake or river
On-Site Recreation
- Bike trail
- Cross-country ski trail (groomed)
- Hiking trail
- Lake/river access (boat ramp)
- Snowmobile trail (groomed)
Attraction Attributes
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Number/Type of Campsites
- Number of camping cabins: 1
- Total number of campsites: 33
- Total number of campsites available in winter: 4
Campground Features
- Electric
- Flush toilets in campground
- Hookups available in winter
- Hot showers in campground
- Pets allowed in campsite
- Secluded campsites
Campground Type
- State Parks Campgrounds
Length of Stay
- Daily site rental
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The wild and scenic Kettle River flows—rapidly—through Banning State Park.