


Kathio State Park offers mix of lakeshore, river channels, bogs, hardwood forest and important Native American archaeological sites on Mille Lacs Lake — great for landscape, waterscape and cultural shots. Visit at sunrise/sunset for low-angle light on the lake and fall color; spring brings migratory birds and wildflowers. Park requires a Minnesota state park vehicle sticker; main parking and visitor area near park road. Respect marked archaeological areas and tribal heritage.



Kathio State Park offers mix of lakeshore, river channels, bogs, hardwood forest and important Native American archaeological sites on Mille Lacs Lake — great for landscape, waterscape and cultural shots. Visit at sunrise/sunset for low-angle light on the lake and fall color; spring brings migratory birds and wildflowers. Park requires a Minnesota state park vehicle sticker; main parking and visitor area near park road. Respect marked archaeological areas and tribal heritage.