The Lake Elmo Park Reserve Swim Pond will close for the season on August 26, 2024
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<div class="container"> <div class="row pull-top"> <div class="col-sm-4"> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="" style="margin-bottom: 30px;"> <img class="img-responsive center-block d-block mx-auto" src="https://washcoparks.usedirect.com/WashCoWeb/themes/WCparks/home1.jpg" alt="Welcome to Washington County Parks" title="Welcome to Washington County Parks"> </div> <h2 style="text-align: center;font-family:'Montserrat' ;">Access Your Account</h2> <p>Create an account to make camping reservations and more! Use your account to view your reservations, make changes and to sign up for events and programs. An account is not necessary to check availability by searching above. You can also view the <a style="color:#039447" target="_blank" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/1820/Camping">rates</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="col-sm-4"> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="feature-box-image" style="margin-bottom: 30px;"> <img class="img-responsive center-block d-block mx-auto" src="https://washcoparks.usedirect.com/WashCoWeb/themes/WCparks/home2.jpg" alt="Adventure of the Month" title="Adventure of the Month"> </div> <h2 style="text-align: center;font-family:'Montserrat';">Know Before You Go</h2> <p><strong class="font-bold text-center">No pets or alcohol are allowed in the campgrounds.</strong> <br></p> <p> Washington County Parks offers two beautifully maintained campgrounds. Conveniently located close to the Minneapolis and St. Paul area. From Rustic Tent sites and Group Tent sites to Modern RV sites with water and electric hookups, you are bound to find something that will fit your camping style. </p> <p> Please review <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/DocumentCenter/View/38115/Campground-Policies-and-Rules-2021">our campground policies. </a> Firewood and ice are available for purchase at the park offices. </p> <p>A Washington County Vehicle permit is required for entry and is not included in camping rates. View the <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/493/Vehicle-Permit-Information">vehicle permit information</a>. Permits are available for purchase in park kiosks, offices and online. </p> </div> </div> <br> <br> <div class="col-sm-4"> <div class="feature-box"> <div class="feature-box-image" style="margin-bottom: 30px;"> <img class="img-responsive center-block d-block mx-auto" src="https://washcoparks.usedirect.com/WashCoWeb/themes/WCparks/home3.jpg" alt="Policy Updates" title="Policy Updates"> </div> <h2 style="text-align: center;font-family:'Montserrat';">Travel Ideas</h2> <p>Enjoy a day at the beach day while camping at <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/Lake-Elmo-Park-Reserve-15 " target="_blank">Lake Elmo Park Reserve</a> or enjoy the peaceful tranquility and unique topography of <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/St-Croix-Bluffs-Regional-Park-19" target="_blank">St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park</a>. <p>Use the <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/492/Parks" target="_blank">parks and trails dashboard</a> to view the status of various amenities.</p> <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/calendar.aspx?CID=25" target="_blank">Activities calendar</a><br> <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/1363/Swimming-Beaches" target="_blank">Swimming-Beaches</a><br> <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/1266/Recreation" target="_blank">Boating</a> <p>Visit the <a style="color:#039447" class="underline" href="https://www.co.washington.mn.us/2204/Washington-County-Historic-Courthouse" target="_blank">Historic Courthouse</a>!</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <style>.feature-box p{ margin-bottom: 1rem; } .feature-box a{ text-decoration:underline !important; } </style>