RV rental Mccarthy Beach State Park, MN: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

The Highway’s Magazine considers McCarthy Beach to be one of the top 17 beaches in North America. It’s easy to see why, between miles of sandy shorelines, shallow waters perfect for wading or swimming in, and gorgeous scenery, the park is an underrated gem. Hike 20 miles of trails that weave through dense, sun-dappled woods. The trails connect to the trails in the neighboring parks, extending the potential for adventure. In addition to largemouth bass, crappie, and walleye, lake sturgeons are plentiful. Fish from the shore, docks, or hit the waters in a shallow-bottom boat. The largest sturgeon catch on record was a five and a half feet long. Although smallmouth bass catches are infrequent, anglers are frequently surprised by the size, which can surpass 22 inches. Wildlife, particularly of the avian variety, are frequent visitors to this state park. Many migratory species use this lake as a stopover spot as they travel north or south to their far-flung destination. The regular residents include fish-loving birds, such as loons, herons, and egrets. Ospreys and eagles often soar high above on thermals. In the early mornings before visitors descend upon the lake, black bears, white-tailed deer, and other small-game mammals emerge from the woods for a drink of water and to forage along the banks. Lake Vermillion State Park, a few miles to the east, is also home to an established colony of bats. The state park, in addition to its outdoor recreational activities, has an underground mine tour. Visitors don a hard hat and booties (which are worn to protect bats from diseases) to explore half a mile of deep dark tunnels and learn about how miners searched for valuable ores or gems in the times before technology made it easy. To the west, Scenic State Park boasts a wide swath of virgin woods. Nearly untouched by man, there is little evidence that Native Americans or European settlers ever descended upon this part of the state. With only 14 miles of established trails, experienced hikers and adventurers will need to draw upon their wilderness skills if they dare to go off-trail.