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Yes. Beer and wine are allowed in Carver County parks.
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed:
The following items are prohibited in all park areas:
Dogs are welcome in most areas of Carver County Parks but must be kept on a leash at all times.
Dogs are not permitted in:
Dogs are allowed in the campground at Baylor Regional Park but must remain on a leash.
Learn more about the Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Off-Leash Dog Area.
No. Lifeguards are not on duty at Baylor Regional Park, Lake Minnewashta Regional Park or Lake Waconia Regional Park beaches.
All beaches are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend and are swim-at-your-own-risk facilities.
Visitors are responsible for their own safety, and active supervision of children is required at all times.
Hunting, foraging and trapping are not allowed in Carver County park and trail areas. Violations may result in enforcement action or penalties.
Fishing is allowed only in designated areas, such as approved fishing piers and docks.
Fishing is not allowed from beach areas.
For additional information, visit the Fishing page or Summer Recreation page.
No. Carver County Parks does not charge entrance or parking fees.
Visitors do not need a vehicle permit to enter or park at Carver County park facilities.
Yes. Carver County Parks offers seasonal recreational equipment rentals at select regional parks.
Winter rentals may include:
Summer rentals may include:
Availability varies by season and location.
For rental details, hours, locations and fees, view the Summer Recreation and Winter Recreation pages.
The campground office is typically open:
Hours are subject to change.
If you arrive and the campground office is closed, contact the campground host for assistance.
Phone: 612-209-0109
All Carver County regional parks are open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Lake Minnewashta Regional Park: Open daily at 5 a.m. from the Minnesota fishing opener through Sept. 15.
The Parks Office is open:
Email: parks@carvercountymn.gov
General Information: 952-466-5250
Reservations: 952-466-5255
Check-in: 3 p.m. Check-out: 2 p.m.
If the campground office is closed when you arrive, contact the campground host for assistance.
Campground Host: 612-209-0109
Early check-in before noon and late check-out after 2 p.m. may be available with prior approval.
An additional fee applies for approved early check-ins and late check-outs.
Camping and facility reservations can be made up to one year in advance.
Address: 10775 County Road 33 Norwood Young America, MN 55397
Location: Located on County Road 33, approximately 2.5 miles north of the Highway 5 and Highway 212 intersection near Norwood Young America.
Address: 6900 Hazeltine Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55331
Location: Located along Highway 41 between Highway 5 and Highway 7, west of Chanhassen.
Address: 8170 Paradise Lane Waconia, MN 55387
Location: Located east of Waconia off Highway 5.
Carver County Public Works Building 11360 Highway 212 W., Suite 2 Cologne, MN 55322
Trail maps are available on the Park Maps page.
You can view or download maps and brochures for Carver County parks and trails, including maps for both the summer and winter seasons.
