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Buffalo River State Park

The tall-grass prairie within Buffalo River State Park and the adjoining 1300-acre Bluestem Prairie Scientific and Natural Area combine to form one of the largest and best tracts of grassland left in Minnesota. Each spring prairie chickens perform their showy mating dances and can be viewed from special birding blinds. Buffalo River State Park is located 13 miles east of Moorhead in Minnesota’s Clay County. Read more …

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The park’s 12 miles of easy footpaths give hikers a chance to see some 250 species of wildflowers and grasses. The Buffalo River bisects the park and is the center of most activity.

Camping

The 44-site campground can be busy during the summer, so reservations are a good idea. A large primitive group camp is located downriver, close to the park’s entrance.

Winter

No groomed trails exist, but snowshoeing is permitted throughout the park.

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