Demo
Twin Cities · cultural
Historic Fort Snelling
Bdote — where the rivers meet
Status
Open now
Hours today
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Drive time
15 min
Parking
40% full
Weather & safety
NWS10 min ago71°F
Sunny
Air quality: Moderate
Air quality: Moderate
Prototype safety guidance only. Always tell someone your plan.
Congestion right now
Park counters5 min agoParking40%
Visitor center queue34%
Boat launch58%
Beach crowding71%
Try mornings before 10 AM for a quieter visit.
What you can do here
walking
nature center
picnic
accessible trail
accessible restroom
food
store
Unavailable activities are hidden to keep the view clean.
Know before you go
A place of deep and difficult history at the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. Interpretation led with Dakota partners.
- Vehicle permit required — day or annual
- Pets on 6-foot leash on designated trails
- Pack water. Cell service is limited
- Bear-safe food storage recommended
History, ecology & Indigenous cultural context
Cultural context
Bdóte is sacred to the Dakota people. Learn about the site's full history before you visit.
Content produced in partnership; final wording requires community review before public release.
Programs & events
Amenities
Walking
Nature center
Picnic
Accessible trail
Accessible restroom
Food
Store
Nearby
Lodging
12 within 15 mi
Restaurants
24 within 15 mi
Outfitters
6 within 15 mi
Urgent care
2 within 15 mi
EV charging
5 within 15 mi
Visitor centers
3 within 15 mi
Prototype disclaimer
All conditions, hours, and counts on this page are simulated for the prototype. For real-time information, refer to the operating agency. See Data Sources.