National parks near Dakota County, Minnesota
The closest national park to Dakota County, Minnesota is Voyageurs National Park — about 258 mi (416 km) away, or roughly 6 hr 34 min of driving.
Nothing here is a comfortable day trip — the nearest parks are better as an overnight or a weekend.
National parks near Dakota County
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voyageurs National Park | 258 mi (416 km) | 6 hr 34 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Isle Royale National Park | 318 mi (512 km) | 7 hr 59 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Indiana Dunes National Park | 374 mi (602 km) | 9 hr 18 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pukaskwa National Park | 421 mi (678 km) | 10 hr 25 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 451 mi (727 km) | 11 hr 8 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Badlands National Park | 467 mi (752 km) | 11 hr 31 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Theodore Roosevelt National Park | 518 mi (833 km) | 12 hr 42 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Wind Cave National Park | 518 mi (833 km) | 12 hr 42 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Riding Mountain National Park | 528 mi (850 km) | 12 hr 57 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Bruce Peninsula National Park | 564 mi (908 km) | 13 hr 48 min | Worth a longer road trip |
Towns and cities in Dakota County
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Dakota County?
Voyageurs National Park, about 258 mi (416 km) away and roughly 6 hr 34 min of driving.
Which national parks can I visit from Dakota County in a day?
None comfortably. Plan at least one night away.