The 1,045-acre Cleary Lake Regional Park is one of the most popular year-round recreation
spots in the southern metro area. A visitor center/clubhouse
offers concessions, room rentals and recreation rental equipment.
Golfers enjoy the challenge of a par-3, 9-hole golf course
and driving range. Water sports include swimming, boating and
fishing, and winter activities include cross-country skiing
on groomed trails.
Facilities and
Amenities
Visitor Center - A year-round recreation facility
provides concessions, public restrooms, a lounge area, meeting
room and exhibits. In the summer, the visitor center serves
as a clubhouse for the executive par-3 golf course and driving
range. In the winter, the building serves as the trailhead
for cross-country ski trails. Reserve a site.
Public and group picnic area - Approximately
8 acres on the southeast shore of Cleary Lake serves both
picnickers and swimmers. The area features a reservation picnic
pavilion, two sheltered reservation picnic sites and non-reservation
picnic sites. There is a restroom/changing facility located
there, which services the swimming beach as well. Reserve a site.
Group campsites - There are five group campsites
in Cleary Lake Park. Each site is 3 to 5 acres in size and range in capacity from 25 to 80
persons. One site has a shelter. The Island site is accessible only by boat. Campers
must carry in their own water and carry out their trash. Reserve a site.
Hike-in campsites - The Red Pine Hike-In Camping
Area features five individual hike-in campsites.
Reserve a site.
Par-3, 9-hole golf course - Located directly east
of the clubhouse. Rental equipment and concessions are available.
Swimming beach - There is a 125-foot unguarded beach on Cleary
Lake. Open
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.
Boat launch (no gas motors) - located on the south
end of Cleary Lake.
Fishing pier - An accessible fishing pier is located
on Cleary Lake. Anglers age 16 and older must have a valid
Minnesota fishing license.
Paved bike/hike trail (3.5 miles) - This 10-foot wide
trail has grass shoulders, and loops around Cleary Lake. It
is fairly flat with just one gradual hill. There are three
rest stops and one water pump stop. The trail has connections
leading to both the east and west for access from outside
the park.
Hiking turf trail (2.4 miles) - A 1.3 mile wood-chipped
trail starts out from the Visitor Center.
Dog trails -Walk your dog on miles of trails that wind through the park. See more information..
Dog Off-leash Area- This 28-acre area provides great opportunities for dog-owners to exercise their dogs. The area is fenced and has a wetland pond. An annual or daily pass is required. Daily permits are available at the park, or you may purchase an annual permit.
Creative play area - This small play area is
located near the picnic pavilion and concession stand, and features a variety of slides,
tunnels, nets and other climbing components.
Boat and bike rental - These seasonal amenities are
available near the visitor center. Boat rentals include paddle
boats and canoes. A valid photo I.D. is required.
Cross-country ski trails (16.5K, 10.3 mi) - These 10-foot
wide groomed trails include 4.6K of lighted
trails and a one-mile loop exercise course that starts
across from the visitor center. Trails
wind through gently rolling hills and
a hardwood forest, providing enjoyment for skiers of all abilities. Ski rental is available with
a valid photo I.D. A Three Rivers Park District Cross-Country Ski Pass is required for skiers ages 12 and older. Daily passes are available at the park; season passes are available online or at the park. Order a season pass
Snowmobile trail (1 mile, no trailer parking) - This
10-foot wide trail across the northern edge of the park provides
a connecting link for a county-wide snowmobile trail system. |