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​Hammocking is a relaxing way to enjoy all Dakota County Parks.

Locations

  • Lebanon Hills Regional Park
  • Spring Lake Park Reserve
  • Thompson County Park
  • Lake Byllesby Regional Park
  • Miesville Ravine Regional Park
  • Whitetail Woods Regional Park

Dedicated areas

  • Schulze Beach, Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Tips for hammocking

  • Minimize chafing of tree bark by distributing weight across a large surface area. "Tree-friendly" suspension is required — use webbing or straps 1 inch diameter or greater or use padding between the tree and rope (use commercial products, strips of cardboard one-quarter-inch thick or greater, or scraps of carpet). Hammocks should not be suspended to trees using rope alone.
  • Select large, live, healthy-looking trees that are large enough to bear weight. Trunks should be at least 6 inches in diameter from where you plan to hang your hammock.
  • Hammocks cannot block trails.

For more eco-friendly hammocking tips, watch this YouTube video.

Last updated: 4/16/2019 11:46 AM

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