Create Your Own Adventure

Create your own adventure with our pre-planned trip profiles! They are the perfect resource for everything you need to make a trip happen, from expert suggestions to trip equipment and everything in between. It's so easy to get out and explore everything nature has to offer!

Be sure to visit the Gear Rentals desk located near the Welcome Desk in the Wellness Center to take advantage of all we offer: additional trip suggestions, equipment rentals, and professional advice! See our trip suggestions listed below.

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Outdoor Programs Trip Profiles

Badlands National Park: Interior, SD

Location:
Badlands National Park
25216 Ben Reifel Road
Interior, SD 57750
605-433-5361

Activities:
Hiking & Backpacking

Distance from Campus:
420 Miles (4.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$7.00/Person OR $15.00/Vehicle

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Sleeping Pad
Backpack
Camp Pot Set
Cooler
Lantern
Camp Grill

Banning State Park: Sandstone, MN

Location:
Banning State Park
PO Box 643
Sandstone, MN 55072
320-245-2668

Activities:
White Water Kayaking, Climbing, Camping & Hiking

Distance from Campus:
280 Miles (5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$14/Night (do not take reservations)
$50/Night (requires a reservation)

Important Links:

Banning State Park Website
Campground Reservations: Call 320-245-2668
Climbing Information

Gear Available to Rent:

Crash Pad
Cooler
Climbing Shoes
Lantern
Chalk Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Barn Bluff: Red Wing, MN

Location:
Red Wing, Minnesota
315 West 4th Street
Red Wing, MN 55066
651-385-3600

Activities:
Climbing & Hiking

Distance from Campus:
237 Miles (4.3 Hours)

Entry Fee:
N/A

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Crash Pad
Climbing Shoes
Chalk Bag
Helmet
Rope
Carabiners, quickdraws, belay devices, etc.

Bighorn National Forest: Sheridan, WY

Location:
Bighorn National Forest
2013 Eastside 2nd Street
Sheridan, WY 82801
307-674-2600

Activities:
Hiking

Distance from Campus:
630 miles (8.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$0 (Fees may be charged and permits required for certain activities and uses, such as camping in developed campgrounds.)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Sleeping Pad
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set
Cooler
Lantern

Black Elk Peak: Custer, SD

Location:
Black Elk Wilderness
Custer State Park 13329 US HWY 16A
Custer, SD 57730
605-255-4515

Activities:
Hiking

Distance from Campus:
427 Miles (6.1 Hours)

Entry Fee:
None (May have to pay for fees if entering through Custer State Park)

Important Links:

Black Elk Peak Website

Gear Available to Rent:

Backpack
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Sleeping Pad
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set
Cooler
Lantern
Fishing Pole

Black Elk Wilderness: Custer, SD

Location:
Black Elk Wilderness
Black Hills National Forest
1019 N. 5th Street
Custer, SD 57730
605-673-9200

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Climbing, Backpack, Paddle & Mountain Bike

Distance from Campus:
430 Miles (6.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
Free, but check out link for permit options

Camping Fee:
Varies according to season and campground

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cornhole
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Pad
Spikeball
Camp Grill
Bocce Ball
Camp Pot Set
Nordic Ski Package
Snowshoes
Crash Pads
Canoe Package
Kayak Package
Climbing Shoes
Chalk Bags

Blue Mounds State Park: Jasper, MN

Location:
Blue Mounds State Park
336 50th Avenue
Jasper, MN 56144
507-348-7908

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Snowshoeing & Climbing

Distance from Campus:
70 Miles (1.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
Refer to the Camping & Lodging fees link below

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cooler
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Lantern
Sleeping Pad
Cornhole
Camp Grill
Ladder Ball
Camp Pot Set
Spikeball
Snowshoe
Bocce Ball

Camden State Park: Lloyd, MN

Location:
Camden State Park
1897 Camden Park Road
Lynd, MN 56157
507-865-4530

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, XC Ski & Snowshoeing

Distance from Campus:
50 Miles (1 Hour)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40 (Camping Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cornhole
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Pad
Spikeball
Camp Grill
Bocce Ball
Camp Pot Set
Nordic Ski Package
Snowshoes

Chippewa River: Milan MN

Location (Put-In):
40th Street & Chippewa River
Milan, MN 56262
GPS: 45.079491, -95.785705

Location (Take-Out 1):
Lions Park
1st Street West & Chippewa River
Watson, MN 56295
GPS: 45.023090, -95.791158

Activities:
Paddling & Floating

Adequate Water Levels:
Gage Height (Watson, MN– 38-42 Feet)
Check out Link Below for water levels

Seasonal Access:
Spring/Early Summer/After Heavy Rain

Distance from Campus:
100 Miles (2 Hours)

Entry Fee:
Free

Important Links

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoes
Kayaks
Lifejackets (PFDs)
Canoe Paddles
Kayak Paddles
Dry Bags
Boat Trailer
Fishing Pole

Custer State Park: Custer, SD

Location:
Custer State Park
13329 US Hwy 16A
Custer, SD 57730
605-255-4515

Activities:
Climbing, Hiking & Camping

Distance from Campus:
415 Miles (6 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$3/Person OR $20/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$21/Night (Non-Electric)
$25/Night (Electric)
$50 (Camping Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Crash Pad
Cooler
Climbing Shoes
Lantern
Chalk Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Farm Island Recreation Area: Pierre, SD

Location:
Farm Island Recreation Area
523 E Capital Ave
Pierre, SD 57501

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, XC Ski & Snowshoeing

Distance from Campus:
200 Miles (3.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40 (Camping Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cornhole
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Pad
Spikeball
Camp Grill
Bocce Ball
Camp Pot Set
Nordic Ski Package
Snowshoes
Canoe Package
Kayak Package

Gooseberry Falls State Park: Two Harbors, MN

Location:
Gooseberry Falls State Park
3206 Highway 61 East
Two Harbors, MN 55616
218-595-7100

Activities:
Hiking & Camping

Distance from Campus:
376 Miles/6 Hours and 24 minutes

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40/Night (Camping Cabin)
$19/Night (Horse Camp)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoe Package
Cooler
Kayak Package
Lantern
Dry Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Fishing Pole
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Hiawatha National Forest: Gladstone, MI

Location:
Hiawatha National Forest
820 Rains Drive
Gladstone, MI 49837
906-428-5800

Activities:
Hiking

Distance from Campus:
578 Miles (9.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$80.00 for an annual pass, good for access to all federal recreational land.

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Sleeping Pad
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set
Cooler
Lantern

Maplewood State Park: Pelican Rapids, MN

Location:
Maplewood State Park
39721 Park Entrance Road
Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
218-863-8383

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Backpacking, Paddling & Cross Country Skiing

Distance from Campus:
200 Miles (3 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$7.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
Campsites: $17 - $23/Night
Yurts: $50 - $65/Night

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cornhole
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Pad
Spikeball
Camp Grill
Bocce Ball
Camp Pot Set
Nordic Ski Package
Snowshoes
Canoe Package
Kayak Package

Missouri River: Yankton, SD

Location (Put-In):
508 East 2nd St.
Yankton, SD 57031
605-665-0209

Activities:
Paddling & Floating

Adequate Water Levels:
Gage Height – 4 Feet
CFS (Cubic Feet/Second) – 500 CFS
Check out Link Below for water levels

Seasonal Access:
Spring/Early Summer/After Heavy Rain

Distance from Campus:
131 Miles (2 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle
Free if using the bridge at 483rd & 257th

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoes
Kayaks
Lifejackets (PFDs)
Canoe Paddles
Kayak Paddles
Dry Bags
Boat Trailer
Fishing Pole

Newton Hills State Park: Canton, SD

Location:
Newton Hills State Park
28767 482nd Avenue
Canton, SD 57013
605-987-2263

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Hunting & Boating

Distance from Campus:
89.7 Miles (1.3 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40/Night (Camping Cabin)
$19/Night (Horse Camp)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoe Package
Cooler
Kayak Package
Lantern
Dry Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Fishing Pole
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Niobrara National Scenic River: Valentine, NE

Location:
Niobrara National Scenic River
214 W US Highway 20
Valentine, NE 69201
402-376-1901

Activities:
Hiking/Camping/Paddling

Distance from Campus:
320 Miles (4.6 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$1.00/Per Person Daily Launch Fee from Ft. Niobrara NWR

Important Links:
• Niobrara National Scenic River Website
• Paddling Information
• Outfitter/Shuttle/Riverside Camping Information
• Camping Information at Smith Falls State Park: Call Reservation Call Center - 402-471-1414

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Sleeping Pad
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set
Dry Bags
Canoe Package
Kayak Package

Oakwood Lakes State Park: Bruce, SD

Location:
Oakwood Lakes State Park
20247 Oakwood Shoreline Drive
Bruce, SD 57220
605-627-5441

Activities:
Hiking, Camping,Canoeing & Kayaking

Distance from Campus:
20 Miles (0.5 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40 (Camping Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cornhole
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Pad
Spikeball
Camp Grill
Bocce Ball
Camp Pot Set
Canoe Package
Kayak Package

Palisades State Park: Garretson, SD

Location:
Palisades State Park
25495 485th Avenue
Garretson, SD 57030
605-594-3824

Activities:
Climbing, Hiking & Camping

Distance from Campus:
60 Miles (1 Hour)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40 (Camping Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Crash Pad
Cooler
Climbing Shoes
Lantern
Chalk Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Shadehill Recreation Area: Shadehill, SD

Location:
Grand River
19150 Summerville Road
Shadehill, SD 57638
605-374-5114

Activities:
Paddling, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Swimming & Volleyball

Distance from Campus:
362 Miles (5.75 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$6/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$21/Night (Electric)
$45 (Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoes
Cooler
Kayaks
Lifejackets (PFDs)
Canoe Paddles
Kayak Paddles
Fishing Poles
Lantern
Dry Bags
Boat Trailer
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set
Outdoor Volleyball

Sica Hollow State Park: Sisseton, SD

Location:
Sica Hollow State Park
44950 Park Road
Sisseton, SD 57262
605-448-5701

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Mountain Biking & Snowshoeing

Distance from Campus:
120 Miles (2 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40 (Camping Cabin)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cornhole
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Pad
Spikeball
Camp Grill
Bocce Ball
Camp Pot Set
Snowshoes

Smith Falls State Park: Valentine, NE

Location:
Smith Falls State Park
90165 Smith Falls Road
Valentine, NE 69201
402-376-1306

Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing & Paddling

Distance from Campus:
311 Miles (4.5 hours)

Entry Fee:
$8.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
Call for camping prices: 402-376-1306

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Cooler
Lantern
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Spearfish Canyon: Spearfish, SD

Location:
Spearfish Canyon
US highway 14

Activities:
Climbing/Hiking/Camping

Distance from Campus:
436 miles / 6 Hour

Entry Fee:
Free

Camping Fee:
Free to camp in USNF

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Crash Pad
Cooler
Climbing Shoes
Lantern
Chalk Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Camp Grill
Disc Golf Package
Camp Pot Set

Split Rock Creek State Park: Jasper, MN

Location:
Split Rock Creek State Park
336 50th Avenue
Jasper, MN 56144
507-348-7908

Activities:
Hiking/Camping/Fishing/Snowshoe

Distance from Campus:
50.4 Miles (0.8 Hours)

Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
Refer to the Camping & Lodging fees link below

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Cooler
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Lantern
Sleeping Pad
Cornhole
Camp Grill
Ladder Ball
Camp Pot Set
Spikeball
Snowshoe
Bocce Ball

Theodore Roosevelt National Park: Medora, ND

Location:
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
PO Box 7
Medora, ND 58645
701-623-4466

Activities:
Hiking/Camping/Fishing/Hunting/Boating
Distance from Campus:
507 Miles / 6 Hours 50 Minutes

Entry Fee:
$10.00/Person OR $20.00/Vehicle

Camping Fee:
$14/Night (Individual Site)
$30/Night (Group Site)
$7/Night (Individual Site – Winter Season)

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoe Package
Cooler
Kayak Package
Lantern
Dry Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Fishing Pole
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set

Voyageurs National Park: International Falls, MN

Location:
Voyageurs National Park
360 Hwy 11 East
International Falls, MN 56649
218-283-6600

Activities:
Hiking, Camping & Fishing

Distance from Campus:
435 Miles (7 Hours)

Entry Fee:
None

Camping Fee:
(May 15 – September 30 Season)
Small Campsite / $16 per night
Large Campsite / $24 per night
Group Campsite / $35 per night
Backcountry Campsite / $16 per night
(October 1 – May 14 Season)
All campsites are free

Important Links:

Gear Available to Rent:

Canoe Package
Cooler
Kayak Package
Lantern
Dry Bag
Cornhole
Tent: 2-Person/3-Person/4-Person
Ladder Ball
Sleeping Bag (0 Degree)
Spikeball
Sleeping Pad
Bocce Ball
Fishing Pole
Camp Grill
Camp Pot Set