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Jay Cooke State Park

State park

4.8(3495 reviews)
Open Open ⋅ Closes 10 p.m.
Jay Cooke State Park

About

Pioneer cemetery & a swinging bridge. Park with a suspension bridge & a historic cemetery offering camping, hiking & cross-country skiing.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Jay Cooke State Park:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    780 E Hwy 210, Carlton, MN 55718, United States
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    Phone
    (218) 673-7000
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    Hours
    Monday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.
    Tuesday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.
    Wednesday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.
    Thursday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.
    Friday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.
    Saturday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.
    Sunday:8 a.m.–10 p.m.

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Barbecue grill: Has barbecue grill
  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available
  • Public washroom: Has public washroom

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

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