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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
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
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
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
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.
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
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:
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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:
- 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
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
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
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
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:
- 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Location:
Spearfish Canyon
U.S. 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
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
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
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