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Although land-locked, Minnesota has literally thousands of opportunities for swimming on sandy beaches as well as boating, fishing and camping throughout the state.

There's a good reason they call Minnesota the Land o' Lakes...

Minnesota State Park's by Region - From the state's Department of Natural Resources categorized by northwestern, northeastern, southern and metro area regional lakes, including Fort Snelling State Park, McCarthy Beach State Park, Zippel Bay State Park, and Mille Lacs Kathio State Park.

Anoka County Park System Swimming Beaches - With overviews as well as links to maps and details on East Twin Lakes, Lake George, Island Lake, Coon Lake and Centerville Beach

Bunker Beach Water Park - Lots of fun for the whole family with a wave pool, sand beach and water slides, admission rates, directions, group rates, season passes and parking facilities.

Three Rivers Park District - Swimming Beaches - A guide to Twin Cities suburban recreational activities, with opening and closing dates, hours, lifeguard availability, rules and regulations, water quality report.

Mille Lacs Area Tourism Council - Minnesota's second largest lake with ample opportunities for fishing, swimming, boating and more with comprehensive information on area attractions, lodging, dining, maps and contact info, related links.

Minnesota Lake Superior Beaches Program - Comprehensive report on the state's environmental program plus downloadable beach maps in PDF format, beachgoer resources, FAQ.

Minnesota Summer Shore & Beach Calendar:

also see -> Minnesota Travel Guide | Minnesota Wineries