
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!
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Outdoor Programs Trip Profiles
- Badlands National Park: Interior, SD
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Location:
Badlands National Park
25216 Ben Reifel Road
Interior, SD 57750
605-433-5361Activities:
Hiking & BackpackingDistance from Campus:
420 Miles (4.5 Hours)Entry Fee:
$7.00/Person OR $15.00/VehicleImportant 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
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- Banning State Park: Sandstone, MN
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Location:
Banning State Park
PO Box 643
Sandstone, MN 55072
320-245-2668Activities:
White Water Kayaking, Climbing, Camping & HikingDistance from Campus:
280 Miles (5 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Red Wing, Minnesota
315 West 4th Street
Red Wing, MN 55066
651-385-3600Activities:
Climbing & HikingDistance from Campus:
237 Miles (4.3 Hours)Entry Fee:
N/AImportant Links:
Gear Available to Rent:
- Crash Pad
- Climbing Shoes
- Chalk Bag
- Helmet
- Rope
- Carabiners, quickdraws, belay devices, etc.
- Bighorn National Forest: Sheridan, WY
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Location:
Bighorn National Forest
2013 Eastside 2nd Street
Sheridan, WY 82801
307-674-2600Activities:
HikingDistance 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
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Location:
Black Elk Wilderness
Custer State Park 13329 US HWY 16A
Custer, SD 57730
605-255-4515Activities:
HikingDistance from Campus:
427 Miles (6.1 Hours)Entry Fee:
None (May have to pay for fees if entering through Custer State Park)Important Links:
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
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Location:
Black Elk Wilderness
Black Hills National Forest
1019 N. 5th Street
Custer, SD 57730
605-673-9200Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Climbing, Backpack, Paddle & Mountain BikeDistance from Campus:
430 Miles (6.5 Hours)Entry Fee:
Free, but check out link for permit optionsCamping Fee:
Varies according to season and campgroundImportant 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
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Location:
Blue Mounds State Park
336 50th Avenue
Jasper, MN 56144
507-348-7908Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Snowshoeing & ClimbingDistance from Campus:
70 Miles (1.5 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping Fee:
Refer to the Camping & Lodging fees link belowImportant 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
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Location:
Camden State Park
1897 Camden Park Road
Lynd, MN 56157
507-865-4530Activities:
Hiking, Camping, XC Ski & SnowshoeingDistance from Campus:
50 Miles (1 Hour)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location (Put-In):
40th Street; Chippewa River
Milan, MN 56262
GPS: 45.079491, -95.785705Location (Take-Out 1):
Lions Park
1st Street West; Chippewa River
Watson, MN 56295
GPS: 45.023090, -95.791158Activities:
Paddling & FloatingAdequate Water Levels:
Gage Height (Watson, MN– 38-42 Feet)
Check out Link Below for water levelsSeasonal Access:
Spring/Early Summer/After Heavy RainDistance from Campus:
100 Miles (2 Hours)Entry Fee:
FreeImportant Links
Gear Available to Rent:
- Canoes
- Kayaks
- Lifejackets (PFDs)
- Canoe Paddles
- Kayak Paddles
- Dry Bags
- Boat Trailer
- Fishing Pole
- Custer State Park: Custer, SD
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Location:
Custer State Park
13329 US Hwy 16A
Custer, SD 57730
605-255-4515Activities:
Climbing, Hiking & CampingDistance from Campus:
415 Miles (6 Hours)Entry Fee:
$3/Person OR $20/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Farm Island Recreation Area
523 E Capital Ave
Pierre, SD 57501Activities:
Hiking, Camping, XC Ski & SnowshoeingDistance from Campus:
200 Miles (3.5 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Gooseberry Falls State Park
3206 Highway 61 East
Two Harbors, MN 55616
218-595-7100Activities:
Hiking & CampingDistance from Campus:
376 Miles/6 Hours and 24 minutesEntry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40/Night (Camping Cabin)
$19/Night (Horse Camp)Important Links:
- Gooseberry Falls State Park Website
- Campground Reservations
- Hunting Information
- Trail System
- Fishing Information
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
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Location:
Hiawatha National Forest
820 Rains Drive
Gladstone, MI 49837
906-428-5800Activities:
HikingDistance 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
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Location:
Maplewood State Park
39721 Park Entrance Road
Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
218-863-8383Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Backpacking, Paddling & Cross Country SkiingDistance from Campus:
200 Miles (3 Hours)Entry Fee:
$7.00/VehicleCamping Fee:
Campsites: $17 - $23/Night
Yurts: $50 - $65/NightImportant 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
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Location (Put-In):
508 East 2nd St.
Yankton, SD 57031
605-665-0209Activities:
Paddling & FloatingAdequate Water Levels:
Gage Height – 4 Feet
CFS (Cubic Feet/Second) – 500 CFS
Check out Link Below for water levelsSeasonal Access:
Spring/Early Summer/After Heavy RainDistance from Campus:
131 Miles (2 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/Vehicle
Free if using the bridge at 483rd & 257thImportant 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
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Location:
Newton Hills State Park
28767 482nd Avenue
Canton, SD 57013
605-987-2263Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Hunting & BoatingDistance from Campus:
89.7 Miles (1.3 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping Fee:
$15/Night (Non-Electric)
$19/Night (Electric)
$40/Night (Camping Cabin)
$19/Night (Horse Camp)Important Links:
- Newton Hills State Park Website
- Campground Reservations
- Hunting Information
- Trail System
- Road Walking Map
- Fishing License
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
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Location:
Niobrara National Scenic River
214 W US Highway 20
Valentine, NE 69201
402-376-1901Activities:
Hiking/Camping/PaddlingDistance from Campus:
320 Miles (4.6 Hours)Entry Fee:
$1.00/Per Person Daily Launch Fee from Ft. Niobrara NWRImportant Links:
• Niobrara National Scenic River Website
• Paddling Information
• Outfitter/Shuttle/Riverside Camping Information
• Camping Information at Smith Falls State Park: Call Reservation Call Center - 402-471-1414Gear 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
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Location:
Oakwood Lakes State Park
20247 Oakwood Shoreline Drive
Bruce, SD 57220
605-627-5441Activities:
Hiking, Camping,Canoeing & KayakingDistance from Campus:
20 Miles (0.5 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Palisades State Park
25495 485th Avenue
Garretson, SD 57030
605-594-3824Activities:
Climbing, Hiking & CampingDistance from Campus:
60 Miles (1 Hour)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Grand River
19150 Summerville Road
Shadehill, SD 57638
605-374-5114Activities:
Paddling, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Swimming & VolleyballDistance from Campus:
362 Miles (5.75 Hours)Entry Fee:
$6/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Sica Hollow State Park
44950 Park Road
Sisseton, SD 57262
605-448-5701Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Mountain Biking & SnowshoeingDistance from Campus:
120 Miles (2 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Smith Falls State Park
90165 Smith Falls Road
Valentine, NE 69201
402-376-1306Activities:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing & PaddlingDistance from Campus:
311 Miles (4.5 hours)Entry Fee:
$8.00/VehicleCamping Fee:
Call for camping prices: 402-376-1306Important 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
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Location:
Spearfish Canyon
US highway 14Activities:
Climbing/Hiking/CampingDistance from Campus:
436 miles / 6 HourEntry Fee:
FreeCamping Fee:
Free to camp in USNFImportant 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
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Location:
Split Rock Creek State Park
336 50th Avenue
Jasper, MN 56144
507-348-7908Activities:
Hiking/Camping/Fishing/SnowshoeDistance from Campus:
50.4 Miles (0.8 Hours)Entry Fee:
$4.00/Person OR $6.00/VehicleCamping Fee:
Refer to the Camping & Lodging fees link belowImportant 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
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Location:
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
PO Box 7
Medora, ND 58645
701-623-4466Activities:
Hiking/Camping/Fishing/Hunting/Boating
Distance from Campus:
507 Miles / 6 Hours 50 MinutesEntry Fee:
$10.00/Person OR $20.00/VehicleCamping 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
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Location:
Voyageurs National Park
360 Hwy 11 East
International Falls, MN 56649
218-283-6600Activities:
Hiking, Camping & FishingDistance from Campus:
435 Miles (7 Hours)Entry Fee:
NoneCamping 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 freeImportant 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