Banning RV Park and Campground

The Great Outdoors

Finlayson campers will definitely want to explore as much of Banning State Park as possible. This park is located just next door to the campground. It features a large wooded area with several rivers, including the Kettle River, which is a popular spot of canoeing and kayaking thanks to fast-flowing rapids. Hikers will love trekking along the river, and during your walk, keep an eye out for local wildlife. There are over 180 different species of birds and over 30 species of mammals in the area, including ruffed grouse, black bears, beavers, and much more.Alternatively, you may want to discover one of the larger bodies of water in Minnesota. Father Hennepin State Park covers over 300 acres along the eastern shore of Mille Lacs Lake. This large lake spans over 130,000 acres and is the second largest lake in the state. There are a few miles of hiking trails to explore here, which lead through marshy areas and through hardwood forests. During your hike, keep an eye out for local wildlife, such as hawks, osprey, and deer. The lake is a favorite spot for watersports, including boating, swimming, and fishing. Anglers will have a ball here, and the lake is teeming with bass, sunfish, walleye, and much more.One of the most unique and interesting parks to visit during your Finlayson RV rental vacation is Jay Cooke State Park. This gorgeous park features scenic clifftop views and dense forests overlooking the St Louis River. Hikers will love this park with trails that uniquely lead across a suspension bridge, affording spectacular vistas of the St Louis River. Wildlife watchers will want to keep an eye out for the 40+ species of mammal in the park, including white-tailed deer, timber wolves, and black bears. There are also over 150 species of birds to watch out for, such as marsh hawk and great blue heron.

Exploring the City

Banning RV Park and Campground is ideal for exploring Minnesota's premier cities. Duluth is the closest, and this scenic city perched on the edge of Lake Superior contains many exciting attractions. Ever wondered what hides beneath the surface of the Great Lakes? Well, now you can find out at the Great Lakes Aquarium. There are both local and exotic aquatic critters on display at this aquarium, including many you may have never seen before, such as sea lamprey, potbelly seahorses, and electric eels. If you want to get up close to some of these creatures, the aquarium offers encounters, where you can touch moon jellyfish and stingrays.You may also want to explore the twin cities of Minneapolis and St Paul when you camp at Banning RV Park and Campground. Minneapolis is brimming with great cultural sights, and one of the best is the Minneapolis Institute of Art. This sprawling museum covers over 5,000 years of history, with over 90,000 relics, paintings, and much more in its collection. Highlights from the museum's art collection include world-famous paintings by Vincent van Gogh, Camille Pissarro, and Paul Signac.Finlayson campers will no doubt want to explore St Paul as well. There are some interesting museums here too, including the very popular Science Museum of Minnesota. This museum is full of interactive art exhibits, ranging from displays on the inner working of the human body, and VR experiences. The museum even features an Omni theater, which shows spectacular science-based IMAX movies.