Monson Lake State Park, Historical state park in Swift County, United States.
The 346-acre park encompasses Monson Lake and features forest patches, rolling hills, and wetlands shaped by glacial activity during the last ice age.
The park stands as a memorial to 13 Swedish American pioneers who lost their lives during the Dakota War of 1862 at the Broberg cabin site.
The park contains rustic-style structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s New Deal era, now listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
The park provides 20 camping sites, one mile of hiking trails, and access to Monson Lake for fishing northern pike, walleye, and bass species.
Located on the Mississippi Flyway migration route, the park serves as a critical observation point for numerous waterfowl species throughout the year.
Location: Swift County
Inception: 1937
Architectural style: rustic architecture
Website: https://dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00238
GPS coordinates: 45.32060,-95.27030
Latest update: March 15, 2025 06:38
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