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CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY CONTINUES ON THE DAKOTA RAIL REGIONAL TRAIL

BETWEEN MAYER AND NEW GERMANY MAY 20TH - 24TH

NEW - Private Group Programming!

Interested in Summer Camps? We have opportunities for all!

Visit the Construction Project page for information about park and trail construction projects taking place at any of the Carver County Parks and Trails facilities.

Welcome to the web site of Carver County Parks. Carver County operates the parks of Baylor Regional Park, Lake Minnewashta Regional Park and Lake Waconia Regional Park. Each park is a natural resource based recreation area situated on the lakes of Eagle, Minnewashta and Waconia respectively. Within these parks you will find swimming beaches, picnic facilities, forests and prairies, trails, playgrounds, boat accesses, campgrounds, picnic shelters and more. Each park provides different opportunities and experiences. Discover more about these parks by clicking on the desired information listed below. For additional information, please contact the Carver County Park Office at (952) 466-5250 or by e-mail.

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Make an Online Camping Reservation

2013 Camping Reservations are currently available by phone or website!

Purchase an Annual Permit Online

Upcoming Events and Programming in 2013...

March 3rd - A Journey Through Winter Family Event at Baylor Regional Park 9a.m.-5p.m.
March 16th - Maple Syrup Open House at Baylor Regional Park 10a.m. - NOON

Spring & Summer Programming and Event complete information will be posted mid-March - STAY TUNED!

Carver County Park and Trail Locations:

County Map of DRT for Main webpage

Park Mission Statement:

The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Department is to provide a variety of quality recreational experiences, services, and lands that meet the needs of the residents of Carver County and Carver County Regional Park users.

Parks and Trails Legacy Funding:

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