George H. Crosby Manitou State Park, Wilderness state park in Lake County, United States
The park spans over 5,000 acres of dense forests with fir, cedar, spruce, and northern hardwoods along the Manitou River and Benson Lake.
Minnesota established George H. Crosby Manitou State Park in 1955 to protect the natural landscape and provide recreational opportunities for future generations.
The park maintains 21 remote tent-only campsites, fostering a connection with nature through minimal impact camping practices and wilderness exploration.
Visitors need to hike between quarter mile to four and half miles from the parking area to reach campsites, and must filter water from nearby sources.
The landscape features deep ravines and cliffs formed by glacial activity, creating an environment where trout and splake thrive in Benson Lake.
Location: Lake County
Inception: 1955
Website: https://dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00163
GPS coordinates: 47.47890,-91.11190
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:16
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