Itasca Lantern Light Event
Date and Time
Saturday Jan 11, 2025
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM CST
Location
Itasca State Park
Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center
Fees/Admission
All vehicles must display a valid year-round or one-day Minnesota state park vehicle permit. A Minnesota ski pass is required for all skiers over 16 years old. Permits and passes can be purchased online or at the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center upon arrival. The visitor center will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the event.
Description
Please join us for the annual Lantern Light Event at Itasca State Park! Bundle up to walk, snowshoe, or ski at your leisure as the glow of lanterns and starlight guide your way through towering pines. The total length of this out-and-back trail is 3.5 miles following the South Entrance Road. It is a well-defined path with minimal elevation change. Adjust the distance to suit your fitness level. There will be a campfire crackling at the trailhead to warm-up or roast your favorite campfire snack. Gather inside the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center for refreshments and music.
If snowpack allows, snowshoe and ski rentals will be available from Itasca Sports while supplies last. The Itasca Sports winter rental shop will be open inside the Forest Inn located near the Douglas Lodge before and during the event. Adult and youth sizes are available.
Itasca State Park offers winter camping and lodging! Stay for the weekend...there is plenty more to explore! Reservations.
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