Baylor Regional Park is a Carver County Park in Norwood Young America. Family-friendly amenities include a beach, disc golf course, campground and an observatory. In December of 2019, Carver County Parks eliminated vehicle fees in its park, making visiting more affordable for everyone. Carver County encourages self-led nature activities in all of its parks. Find printable here for the following activities: The beach at this park is unguarded and, therefore, adults need to actively supervise their children. Carver County beach season runs from mid-June to late August. The beach does provide changing and restrooms onsite and paddleboats and canoes are available to rent. Learn more about Carver County Beaches here. Featured in: Splash Happy: 2020 Guide to Twin Cities Beaches, Pools, Water Parks & Splash Pads The Baylor Park observatory is owned and operated by the Minnesota Astronomical Society. The observatory hosts events throughout the year, such as Star Parties and its annual Camping with the Stars event each summer. On weekends during the winter months, the park rents snowshoes for hikes and cross country skis for use on the park’s groomed trails. Carver County does not require a ski pass to use their groomed trails. The 18-hole disc golf course is located on the south end of the park. It begins near the parking lot and mostly follows the Peninsula Trail and the Lake Trail around the developed portion of the park. Equipment is available to rent on Fridays during the summer 0f 2023 for $5/day. Watch Carver County’s Intro to Disc Golf video on how to play. Learn More About Disc Golf: Fun With Dad: Disc Golf in the Twin Cities. The park has a campsite geared toward quiet family camping. Each Saturday, campground staff offers family activities like crafts, story walks, and scavenger hunts, that families can do at their own pace. Find more information, a campground map and a general park map here. Carver County invites campers to stop by the campground office patio to grab a FREE craft bag while supplies last. Craft bags will be available each week on a first-come, first serve basis (one per child) to enjoy during weekend camping trips.Related Articles
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Self-Led Activities from Carver County Parks:
Baylor Regional Park Beach
Eagle Lake Observatory
Winter Activities
Baylor Regional Park Disc Golf
Camping at Baylor Park
Summer 2023 Grab-N-Go Craft Bags
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