Once called Cherry Valley, the land that would become Pillsbury State Park was purchased in the early 1900s and officially established as a state park in the 1930s. Pillsbury State Park is named after the Pillsbury family of New Hampshire, who was prominent community leaders in the late 1700s, early 1800s. The Pillsbury family helped shape this region and brought jobs to the area by establishing a lumber industry. Today, Pillsbury State Park is considered an underrated gem that goes overlooked in favor of other larger parks. Escape the busy digital age, put away smartphones and laptops and relearn to enjoy the slower pace of life at Pillsbury State Park.