Horse enthusiasts find extensive trail networks at this county-managed campground in Sacred Heart. The facility provides basic amenities including drinking water, restrooms, and picnic tables, though electrical hookups are not available. Sites accommodate RVs and tents with drive-in access.
Campers appreciate the maintained grounds and quiet atmosphere away from highway noise. Firewood is available on-site, and pets are welcome throughout the property. For those wanting additional amenities, Upper Sioux Agency State Park Campground lies less than a mile southwest.
Description
Skalbekken County Park amenities include shelters, restrooms, water, picnic areas, rustic camping areas, plus horse trails and camps with horse ties and manure bunkers. Skalbekken became Renville County’s first park in 1967. The original deed belonged to Ole Skalbeck. Skalbeck’s log home, originally built in 1868, was moved to the park in 1974.
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Location
Public CampgroundSkalbekken County Park is located in Minnesota
Directions
Located about six miles southwest of Sacred Heart on County Road 10.
Coordinates
44.73600033 N
95.41900036 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Mankato, MN
- 1 hr 40 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 2 hrs 1 min from Minneapolis, MN
- 2 hrs 1 min from Sioux Falls, SD


