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​Family at a picnic table. Dakota County has many beautiful picnic sites available for your small or large group gathering. Picnic shelters that vary in size and amenities can be reserved at most picnic areas.

​Locations with tables and grills

  • Lake Byllesby Regional Park
  • Holland Lake Trailhead, Lebanon Hills Regional Park
  • Jensen Lake Trailhead, Lebanon Hills Regional Park
  • Visitor Center  Trailhead, Lebanon Hills Regional Park
  • Miesville Ravine Park Reserve
  • Fahey Trailhead, Spring Lake Park Reserve
  • Schaar's Bluff Trailhead, Spring Lake Park Reserve
  • Thompson County Park
  • Whitetail Woods Regional Park

Locations with shelters

  • Lake Byllesby Regional Park
  • Holland Lake Trailhead, Lebanon Hills Regional Park
  • Jensen Lake Trailhead, Lebanon Hills Regional Park
  • Miesville Ravine Park Reserve
  • Fahey ​Trailhead, Spring Lake Park Reserve
  • Schaar's Bluff Trailhead, Spring Lake Park Reserve
  • Thompson County Park
  • Whitetail Woods Regional Park

Reserve a shelter

You must reserve a picnic shelter. Find out more.

Last updated: 3/15/2024 4:21 PM

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