Whether it's winter, spring, summer, or fall . . . you can have a lot of fun here in Lake Benton. Take a look at what we have to offer for outdoor recreation. And if you are a horse fancier or history buff, make plans to stop by for our annual "Saddle Horse Holiday."

"Horseplay" is on the agenda every summer in Lake Benton, with our annual Saddle Horse Holiday. 2008 markes the 62th year running for this exciting event. Join us on horseback as we celebrate Lake Benton being the "Gateway to the West." Each year the "mane" attraction is a mile-long parade of 800 riders. A show competition is held, as well, featuring pleasure, hunt, hitch, bridle path, and equitation classes. Games on horseback (from musical chairs to barrel races) are scheduled. And you can ride your horse through more than 200 wooded acres! This year's celebration will be held June 13, 14, 15. There is a small entry fee for participants. Spectators are charged only $1.50. Horse campgrounds can be found in the area. If you would like further details, either contact us or send a self-addressed envelope to: Jean Carr, P.O. Box 303, Lake Benton, Minn. 56149. . . . about Saddle Horse Holiday Other Festivals Benton Fremont Days Highway 75 King of Trails Marketplace Lake Benton Craft Fair Tours Available

Lake Benton is truly your "Four Season Fun Land." A variety of outdoor recreation opportunities are waiting for you. Take a moment to visit:   Hole-in-the-Mountain County Park. Offering you summer camping, hiking, horseback riding, plus winter downhill skiing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.  And find out what a "Hole-in-the-Mountain" is. To make reservations call (507) 828-5313 Camping rates are: $15.00/night with electric $10.00/night tents and non electric Norwegian Creek. Located one mile north and one mile east of the City of Lake Benton. The park consumes 128 acres and is located on the western shores of Lake Benton lake. There are 30 campsites with electricity and water and teh facilities include two picnic shelters, a bathhouse with showers, a fish-cleaning shed, and RV dump station. Norwegian Creek offers a hiking trail, a swimming beach (no lifeguards) and two boat launches. To make reservations call (507) 828-5313 Camping rates are: $15.00/night with electric $10.00/night without electric $10.00/night tents Hole-in-the-Mountain Prairie. If you are a nature lover, just south of Lake Benton you will find a 775-acre prairie preserve owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy. Lake & Water Fun. Our 2,875 acre recreational lake is seven miles long and provides endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation.

 

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