On our quest to visit all MN State Parks, this was number 31. We did a 3+ mile hike through lakes,…read morewoods, and prairie. Loved the lookout hill to be able to see the colors highlighted by the sun on a beautiful fall day. Trail was well marked, wide, and well maintained. Watch out for horse droppings as you share the trail. There were quick a few cars in the parking area but we didn't see a ton of people on the trails so nice to be able to spread out. Easy hike for most. Enjoyed the day here.

This is a nice state park to hike. The natural trails are well marked. They had clean bathrooms and…read morea place to refill your water bottle. Fall colors at peak this year were disappointing.

This Carver Park Lake Auburn Campground is so very well maintained. And it's quiet and calming…read moresituated among the woods of Victoria, Minnesota just 29 miles southwest of downtown Minneapolis. I absolutely loved every minute of my one night stay here! For any person, avid camper, adventurer, tourist, or simply just a local wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city or looking for a short weekend getaway...this Lake Auburn Campground is it! Alright well, although it may not have all the amenities I look for when camping out (like showers, flush toilets and electrical AMP Power), I was easily able to overlook all of those additions for the simple fact this place is so easily accessible for folks like myself who showed up randomly without a reservation and needing a simple spot to rest for the evening. I couldn't have been more pleased and satisfied with my experience here. Let me run down all the terrific details this Carver Park Lake Auburn Campground offers.... - They have 57 campsites. - Prices are $15.44 for each campsite per night and then with 6.8% sales tax it = $16.50 in total. - They accept cash or check payments. - There's Wi-Fi, though cell phone reception works perfectly. - You can purchase firewood for $5 per bundle. - Check-in is at 4pm and you can check-out as late as 3pm. - You can re-register for each additional night starting at 11am. - Make reservations ahead of time by calling (763) 559 - 6700. - Quiet hours are 10pm - 7am. - Maximum of 2 tents and 6 guests per site or 1 tent and 1 RV. - Each site has a firepit and picnic table for barbecuing. - Pets are permitted at campsites but must be leashed among the grounds. - Even beer and wine are permitted, though no kegs or hard liquor. - How cool...they rent canoes, rowboats and single kayaks by the lake for $15 every 2 hours, and tandem kayaks for $20 every 2 hours. - Dump Station is $5. Some last things I'd like to mention.... - I discovered this Carver Park Lake Auburn Campground through the amazing app on my phone called Campendium. I highly recommend it for all camping enthusiasts. - The entrance road into the campground was not paved but easily drivable on very flat ground. - Once past the entrance station, I simply looked for an unoccupied campsite, backed my car into the space, set up my tent and then returned to the front section with my written check payment inside an envelope and released it into a white drop box. - I was able to pitch my tent on nice, fluffy grass which made the padding for lying down inside my tent that much more comfortable. Ya know, a lot of campgrounds are situated along hard, dirt ground that can make for difficult night sleeps. But not here, I always appreciate setting up on the grass! - Even though it was no big deal for me, there weren't any showers and only vault toilets. I guess just keep that in mind for when visiting. - The town of Victoria, MN is only 2 miles away and has all the extra necessities you'd expect from a big town like restaurants, grocery stores and even a Dairy Queen to stop in for a blizzard dessert treat at night. And that's it. I can't say enough good things about this Carver Park Lake Auburn Campground. Had I been staying in the area longer I'd happily camp out another few nights. In the end, I just keep thinking about how it was so peaceful here among the charming woodsy outdoors of Minnesota...I hope I can return during my 2022 summer cross country road trip.

Looking forward to checking this out this summer!!! The people working there were very nice and…read morehelpful

This is a great spot to begin an adventure in Hutchinson, Mn. You can visit the animal sanctuary…read moreor walk trails, go fishing, or even launch a canoe or kayak. During the winter when the river freezes, people can be seen skating. The park is beautiful year-round!

Lake Minnetonka is a beautiful lake. There's a lot of bays and generally a lot to explore. Looking…read moreat all the lake houses is always a good time. There's some restaurants and businesses near the main lake. There's big island and swimming areas. Not sure I personally trust the lake water but for sure "purify yourself" if you wish. We went on a Saturday early afternoon & it was pretty busy. Lots of boats on the water. It's generally chill. We were on a private boat but they do have boat tours and yacht party's which are really fun.

Nice, clean lake. Smaller than anticipated still worth the visit if in the Minneapolis area…read more Boaters and fishing on the lake that day.

This particular park feels like its in the middle of nowhere, but its just minutes from Mound and…read morethe lovey Lake Minnetonka. Otherwise, welcome to your typical softball/baseball field. There isn't any shade to be had, so make sure to bring a popup tent if you are going to be there for an all day tournament. Parking is kinda crazy because there aren't any lined spaces. However, there is plenty of space to make your own parking space in the grass or on the dirt drive. If only people in MN could figure out how to efficiently park and make space for others when there aren't any lines to park inside. Overall, good place for some ball.

We went here during the Saturday morning program. It's $6 per person over 2 years old. We…read moreabsolutely loved it. My son didn't want to leave. There isn't a huge variety of animals but it's so interactive that it doesn't matter. Play with chickens, pet a cow, walk with sheep. It was lovely and we will definitely be back. Plenty of parking. Wasn't crowded when we went. You will have to walk quite a bit and getting around with a stroller is challenging so be aware of that.

Such a fun experience! I loved watching my 3 year old explore the farm & all the animals. They have…read morecows, chickens, cats, dogs, sheep and more! You get to even go in the pasture & coop to pet the animals. This place is for all ages-including adults! They also have a garden that kids can go in and learn & water them. The workers are mostly volunteers & they are so friendly & helpful. Highly recommended taking a family trip here. They also have a nice inside space that has a store and nice bathrooms, including family rooms, for visitors to use.

They've put a lot of thought and effort into this area in recent years. We enjoy visiting to play…read morepickleball outside. They have four courts and a centralized seating. There is a good amount of parking and the complex is centrally located in Otsego. I only wish they would add some sort of cover for the sunny days/sunnier times of day which could also help with the cut the wind (which is generally significant in Otsego).

We had a great time kayaking using the equipment from Floaters! They provide everything you needread more