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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.

Gear Rentals

Outdoor Programs Trip Profiles

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

Activities:
Hiking and 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 and 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:

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 and 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 and 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 and Climbing

Distance from Campus: 
70 Miles (1.5 Hours)

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

Camping Fee: 
Refer to the Camping and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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

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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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

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:

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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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 and 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