Trails Trails Olmsted County has an abundance of trails at three different parks. Enjoy hiking, biking, and running among bluffs, woodlands, and prairie farmland. Read more about Trails
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. Read more about Controlled Hunting Opportunities
Camping Camping The Campgrounds are closed for the season. Reservations for 2023 Camping Season at Olmsted County Parks will open on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. via the Parks Reservation Website. Read more about Camping
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Reserve a Picnic Shelter Chester Woods Park and Oxbow Park has several picnic areas available for your upcoming gathering. Read more about Reserve a Picnic Shelter
Park Programs Park Programs Olmsted County Parks offers various weekly programs for the public to enjoy. Read more about Park Programs
Fishing Fishing Fishing areas are offered at four of our Olmsted County park locations. Read more about Fishing
Action Trackchair Action Trackchair Oxbow Park and Chester Woods Park have Action Trackchairs available for free use while you’re visiting the park. Read more about Action Trackchair
Snow Shoeing & Cross Country Skiing Snow Shoeing & Cross Country Skiing Olmsted County Parks snow shoeing & cross country skiing. Read more about Snow Shoeing & Cross Country Skiing
Watercraft Rentals Watercraft Rentals Rental requests can be made at the beach house. Cash, check or credit card is accepted for rental payment. Read more about Watercraft Rentals
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. Read more about Swimming at Chester Woods
Leashed Pet Areas Leashed Pet Areas Maps of the Leashed Pet Areas at Olmsted County Parks. Read more about Leashed Pet Areas
