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Bluff Country · state park

Whitewater State Park

Bluffs, trout streams and hidden valleys

Status

Open now

Hours today

8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Drive time

115 min

Parking

55% full

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Weather & safety

NWS10 min ago

76°F

Sunny
Air quality: Good

Prototype safety guidance only. Always tell someone your plan.

Congestion right now

Park counters5 min ago

Parking55%

Visitor center queue34%

Boat launch58%

Beach crowding71%

Try mornings before 10 AM for a quieter visit.

What you can do here

hiking

swimming

fishing

picnic

camping

wildlife

overlook

accessible trail

Unavailable activities are hidden to keep the view clean.

Know before you go

Deep river valley in southeastern Minnesota. Renowned trout fishing, easy family swimming and quiet limestone bluffs.

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

Amenities

Hiking

Swimming

Fishing

Picnic

Camping

Wildlife / birding

Overlook

Accessible trail

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.