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Afton State Park – Hiking Club Trail

Trade your evening scroll for golden hour on the trail. We're taking on Afton State Park's Hiking Club Trail — a steady, moderate loop through woods and grassy stretches with a few rolling hills to keep it interesting. Come shake off the day and catch some sunset vibes with us.

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Trail details

Date
Mon, Sep 21
Start time
6:00 pm
Meet at
Visitor Center
City
Afton, MN
Distance
2.5 miles
Elevation gain
Mon, Sep 216:00 pmAfton, MN2.5 mi

Cost & booking

$7 (or free with your annual vehicle permit)

What to bring

Water (1–1.5 liters), hiking shoes or trail runners with good traction, sunscreen, bug spray, hat/sunglasses, phone, a small first-aid kit, tissues, a snack, and a light rain jacket if rain's in the forecast

Parking

Enter the park and follow the road to the main parking area — the Visitor Center is right nearby

Pace
Steady, with occasional stops
Dogs allowed
No

FAQs

Before you come along