I managed to live my first 40 years in Minnesota without ever seeing this wonder, and my kids weren't going to suffer the same feat as me! The campgrounds here are giant with sites that are typical of most state parks, minimal to moderate privacy.

We loved the swim beach and the start of the Mississippi, but we also loved being able to eat a gourmet meal at a natural restaurant. There is lodging for all types at this park.

It is a very large park so to see several things will require some driving (or taking a really long bike ride), but otherwise this one lived up to the hype.