There is something for everyone at this popular west-central Minnesota State Park. Hike to Mount Tom, one of several high points in a 50-mile radius, and see a patchwork of forest, farmland, prairie knolls, and lakes. Summer visitors enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing on Lake Andrew. A canoe route invites adventurers to portage and canoe on Henschien Lake and Swan Lake. The park offers campgrounds, a modern group center, horseback camps, picnic area, and interpretive programs year-around. For more information and a list of events visit: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/sibley/index.html

800 Sibley Park Road Northeast
New London, MN 56273
320-354-2055

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Stretching from north of New London all the way south to Willmar, the Glacial Lakes Bike Trail features over 12 miles of paved surface. With many rest stops and scenic views along the way, the trail is a great place to bike, walk and roller-blade.

Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center is a nonprofit education center, committed to providing outstanding environmental education and outdoor experiences to people of all ages. PWELC encompasses 500 acres, and includes an education building with 5 classrooms, a trailhead and a 30-foot indoor climbing wall. The Gary Westby Observatory building sits atop Prairie Wood's highest hill. Several beautiful spaces are available for meetings, family reunions, holiday gatherings, and weddings. Also onsite are a Native American History Village and Gary Westby Educational Shooting Sports Range.
www.prairiewoodselc.org

Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center
12718 10th Street NE
Spicer, Minnesota 56288
1-320-354-5894

The New London City Park and Swimming Beach in located right on the Mill Pond by the bridge. This beautiful area offers a covered sheltered picnic area and sandy swimming beach. A relaxing place to be on a sunny afternoon.

The home of the Little Crow Ski Show, Neer Park offers picturesque views of the Crow River. Fully equipped with a Grandstand area, Paved Parking and Foot Paths, Picnic Area, large Docks and a Screen Porch on the point. Conveniently located on Mill Ave. SW, just off the Bike Trail.

Located on the west side of the Mill Pond, Holm Park features a covered Picnic Area, Band Shell, Grills & Horseshoe Pits. It is also home to the annual New London Music Festival.

Located just north of New London on Co. Rd. 9, Rodvik Park features Sheltered Picnic Areas, Grills, Playground Equipment, Swing Sets, and a Dock for fishing on the river. A great park to visit by car or boat.

The original dam and sawmill built by Louis Larson in 1862 are long gone, but the present Mill Pond Dam is just west of Main Street. The water flow varies from a powerful roar to a tame waterfall depending on water levels, but the area below the dam is usually peaceful. The more adventurous have put in a canoe here and traveled through scenic twists and turns all the way to Nest Lake.

New London is minutes away from gorgeous Green Lake. Boasting 5,000 acres, Green Lake is the largest lake in the area and a perfect place to get out on the water.