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.
Voyageurs National Park
Isle Royale National Park
Indiana Dunes National Park
Pukaskwa National Park
Gateway Arch National Park
Badlands National Park
Best time to visit Voyageurs National Park. Getting to Voyageurs National Park. Camping at Voyageurs National Park. Permits for Voyageurs National Park. Timed entry and tours at Voyageurs National Park.
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.