Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Split Rock Creek adventure.
Discover Split Rock Creek State Park's natural splendor.
Call on the simple life of spectating and come to Split Rock Creek State Park. Life on the prairie can be mighty fine. Especially if you visit near summers end when the expanse is lit in colorful wildflowers and ethereal grasses. Home to the largest lake in Pipestone County, this park was literally created for your recreational enjoyment.
Adjacent to the lake you’ll find campsites, shady and suitable for all types of camping. Do yourselves a favor and venture off 7 miles north to Pipestone National Monument. Generation after generation, the pipestone at this monument was quarried by Native Americans to make pipes. It is believed that a pipe carved from this area carries it’s smoke to the Great Spirit. While your there check out the blindingly gorgeous Winnewissa Falls with a nature walk along it’s stony bank.
The best time to visit Split Rock Creek State Park is during the spring and fall, when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer offers warm days perfect for water activities, though it's also the busiest season. Winters can be harsh, making some areas less accessible.