Lake Carlos

Sculpted by ancient glaciers, Lake Carlos State Park contains a tamarack bog, marshes, woodland ponds, and lakes. A variety of recreational activities revolve around the lake. Clear and deep, Lake Carlos offers visitors a perfect setting for swimming, fishing, boating, camping, hiking and horseback riding. In the winter, ski from the tamarack bog to a maple-basswood forest.

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Visitor Alert!

A special deer hunt will be conducted in the park November 8-11.

The park is open to all visitors during this time period, but visitors should be aware of the special hunt and should wear blaze orange (or brightly colored clothing) if they plan to recreate within the park. All visitors should check for hunt-related information at the park contact station or office during these time periods, and look for signage related to the special hunts.

Park Notes

More Seasonal Information: For information on the dates shower and bathroom facilities will open and close for the season, check the seasonal update information in the related pages menu on this page.

Reservations:Call toll free 1-866-857-2757 or reserve online at www.stayatmnparks.com.

Birders:Click Here for the Bird Checklist at Lake Carlos State Park.

Firewood restrictions information:

Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Complete information and lists of vendors and locations where approved firewood is available are posted on the DNR Web site.
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