| The word "Shetek" is Ojibwe for "pelican," a bird which visits Lake Shetek during the summer & fall. The park contains the largest lake in southwestern Minnesota, which forms the headwaters of the Des Moines River. Expect great fishing for walleye, northern, crappie, & bullheads. Loon Island, a 45-acre bird sanctuary, is accessible on foot via a causeway & includes an interpretive trail. Visit the Koch Cabin & monument memorializing pioneer settlers. The park includes a swimming beach, boat launch, campgrounds & a scenic six-mile loop bicycle trail into the town of Currie. Boat & canoe rentals are available. |
Lake Shetek State Park Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
44.094797, -95.670899
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Campground: Lake Shetek State Park in Currie Minnesota *