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Facts about (William O'Brien State Park):
Overview of William O'Brien State Park - Facts, Trivia, and Historical Information :
The Dakota and Ojibwe Indians utilized the resources of the valley rich in fur-bearing animals wild game and useful plants In the 1600s European trappers arrived to engage in the lucrative fur-trade industry Later lumberjacks began to harvest the stands of white pine Sawmills began to dot the St Croix riverway and the industry flourished in the mid-1800s until the valley was cleared of white pine William OBrien a lumber baron bought much of the land once owned by the lumber companies In 1947 his
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (William O'Brien State Park):
Park Offers Picnic Area,Picnic Shelter,Volleyball,Horseshoes,Golf Course,Warming House,Water Source,Fishing,Swimming Beach,Boat Access,Boating Restrictions,Handicapped Accessible,Self Guided,Hiking,Paved Bike,Mountain Bike,Horse,Cross Country Skiing,Snowshoe,Winter Hiking Trail,Park Office,Visitor Center,Interpretive Exhibit,Gift Shop,Groceries,Firewood,Ice Sales,Restaurant,Public Phones,Backpack Sites,Canoe Sites,Group Camp,Flush Toilets,Vault Toilets.
Contact Information:
Address:William O'Brien State Park, 16821 O'Brien Trail , North Marine-on-St. Croix, Minnesota, 55047
Phone No:(651) 433-0500
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