Welcome to Kandiyohi County!   A convenient place to vacation and enjoy the many fresh-water lakes in which boating, fishing, and camping can be accomplished easily from any of the six county parks.

Kandiyohi County has a rich history of Indian culture for you to explore.  KANDIYOHI is an Indian word meaning "where the buffalo fish abound."  The county of Kandiyohi was in the middle of a hunting and fishing ground used by both the Sioux and Chippewa tribes of the plains.   We invite you to come and explore the present, and the past of Kandiyohi County.

County Park Policies And Fees

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*Lifeguard Hours 1:00 - 5:00, 6:00 - 8:00

** Reservations 7 days or longer

                 

County Park 1 is located on the west side of Big Kandiyohi Lake.  The lake is known for northern, walleye, bullhead, and crappie fishing year round.  In the spring of the year, the park is known for its excellent crappie fishing in the bay, next to the park.  With 94 campsites and electricity, PARK 1 is located 10 miles south of Willmar.

County Park 2 located on the east side of Big Kandiyohi Lake, has an excellent sandy swimming beach and access to shoreline fishing.  Walleye, northern, crappies, and bullheads can be caught from shore here as well as from a boat.   Located 18 miles south of Willmar, or 6 miles north of Lake Lillian on County Road 8.  PARK 2 has a capacity of 90 campers with electricity.  Seasonal rates available.

County Park 3 located on the western shore of Diamond Lake is know for its lunker walleyes and scrappy northerns.  PARK 3 is approximately 4 miles north of Atwater or 6 miles southeast of Spicer.  The park has 54 paved and 30 primitive campsites --- most with electricity.

County Park 4 located on the southern shore of Green Lake in Spicer has an excellent swimming beach and a shady picnic area.  There are changing rooms and toilet facilities available to the public.  A boat access is adjacent to the park.

County Park 5 on the northeastern shore of Green Lake, is known for its clear water and wonderful fishing with guide service available. PARK 5 is located 5 miles north of Spicer.  The park has 54 paved camping sites with electricity.  Open usually on fishing opener. Check with managers on dates.

County Park 7 located on the east shore of Games Lake, is part of the "Norway chain of lakes," four lakes totaling 2800 acres, and provides an excellent fish population.  Located 14 miles north of Willmar on County Road 5, PARK 7 has 56 paved sites with electricity.

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