Trails Trails Olmsted County has an abundance of trails at three different parks. Enjoy various recreational activities among bluffs, woodlands, and prairie farmland.
Park Programs Park Programs Olmsted County Parks offers various weekly programs for the public to enjoy.
Watercraft Rentals Watercraft Rentals Rental requests can be made at the beach house. Cash, check or credit card is accepted for rental payment.
Swimming at Chester Woods Swimming at Chester Woods The Swimming Beach and Beach House (with showers) at Chester Woods Park is open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.
Camping Camping The 2023 season runs May 5th thru October 21st. Reservations for 2023 Camping Season at Olmsted County Parks is open via the Parks Reservation Website.
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Reserve a Picnic Shelter Chester Woods Park and Oxbow Park have several picnic areas available for your upcoming gathering.
Action Trackchair Action Trackchair Oxbow Park and Chester Woods Park have Action Trackchairs available for free use while you’re visiting the park.
Controlled Hunting Opportunities Controlled Hunting Opportunities Olmsted County Parks offers limited controlled hunting opportunities for Veterans and the general public at Chester Woods Park and Oxbow Park.
Snow Shoeing & Cross Country Skiing Snow Shoeing & Cross Country Skiing Olmsted County Parks snow shoeing & cross country skiing.
Friends of Chester Woods Friends of Chester Woods Want to help maintain and enhance the experience at Chester Woods? Make a donation to the Friends of Chester Woods.
Dedication Leaf Request Dedication Leaf Request Show appreciation of a loved one with an engraved bronze leaf at our Chester Woods and Oxbow Park.