Parks

Starbuck City Park

Starbuck Lakeshore Park is a popular meeting place for reunions, picnics, or letting the kids release some energy. The park is located on the south side of the city and is bordered by Lake Minnewaska on the east.

Since its origination in 1926, the park has undergone continuous improvements. Six shelters provide an excellent setting for family reunions, large groups and civic picnic events. There are a number of picnic tables throughout the park as well. To reserve shelters, call (320) 239-2525.

A band shell located near the lake plays host to concerts, church services, celebrations and other civic events. A beautiful shoofly was built near the lake, providing a peaceful place to idle away summer hours.

New playground equipment was also added, in addition to the swing sets and the ever-popular merry-go-round. On the south end of the park is the Charles Branch Memorial Field, a ball diamond built in 1978. Lights around the field were installed in 1982. More recently, the tennis courts were resurfaced, a basketball court added and a lighted parking lot built between the park and the swimming beach. 

Contact the park at (320) 239-2525

Glacial Lakes State Park

Glacial Lakes State Park is located five miles south of Starbuck and is at the crossroads  between the original prairie land to the west and the central hardwood forests to the east.  Its hills and valleys graphically show the impact of glaciers that covered this area 10,000 years ago.  There are several lakes, ponds and marshes in the park.  The park offers over 40 campsites in the shade of oak trees.  A swimming beach features crystal clear water, nature trails, walk-in campsites, a group camping area, a picnic area and boat ramp, canoe and rowboat rentals, snowmobile trails, cross country ski trails, and horseback riding.  Fishermen can angle for largemouth bass, northern pike and panfish. 

Reservations

Please call the park at 320-239-2860 for information. Please leave a message if no answer and someone will return your call.

Contact

25022 County Road 41, Starbuck, MN 56381
Phone (320) 239-2860 fax: (320) 239-4605

Holly Skogen Park

Holly Skogen Park, also known as the Troll Park by local children.  It is privately owned and kept open to the public.  Approximately over 2,000 visitors sign the guest book each year.