Enjoy the outdoors and avoid the mosquitoes
Spending time outdoors in Minnesota summers can get a bit buggy. Luckily, there are many ways to avoid bug bites in Minnesota state parks! Check out these tips or visit one of our state parks with fewer bugs:
Tips on how to be less attractive to bugs:
- Dress appropriately! Wear lighter colors, loose clothing, and long sleeves if possible.
- Wear a hat to protect your head and face.
- Avoid wearing perfume or strongly scented products!
- Keep cool - sweat attracts bugs!
- Be aware! Always complete a tick check after you've been outdoors.
- Keep bug spray on hand just in case!
A few parks with fewer bugs:
While we can't promise there won't be any pesky insects...here are some places to go where you'll be less likely to need bug spray! These particular parks tend to have fewer biting insects because of their geologic and meteorologic conditions.
Fall asleep to the murmur of the stream. | You'll watch the birds here, not the bugs. |
Head underground for a truly bugless adventure! | Diverse wildlife watching and minimal bugs. |
Try the half-mile hike up the ravine for a view well worth the effort. | Hit the water without annoying mosquitoes. |
Make a weekend of it! Rent a campsite or cabin and get the full experience.
Purchase a vehicle permit today and get a year of unlimited visits to all of Minnesota's state parks and recreation areas.