Upper Sioux Agency

Marcus Corbin

I think this state park is now at one of the top of my favorite MN state parks that we have visited. Campsite was very quiet and had lots of space. Be prepared to see TONS (like hundreds) of frogs jumping everywhere. It was so awesome. Even on the walking trails there are frogs all over. Our absolute favorite part was swimming and paddleboarding in the MN and Yellow Medicine River in the north picnic area. It was absolutely amazing and the water was extremely calm. On a paddleboard, you can easily paddle both up and down stream. For sure an amazing MN state park! Don't forget that the road is also closed between the campground and park office (which is closed). They have great instructions on how to go around if needed.

Heather Anderson

After visiting, Upper Sioux Agency is our new favorite camping area! We enjoyed the hiking, scenic views, quiet and spacious campground, and the kids loved the nature area. Park ranger was very knowledgeable and accommodating.

Simone Menier

Terrific history and hiking trails here. There's quite a bit of grade and variety. The confluence of the Yellow Medicine with the Minnesota is a tremendous picnic spot, and fish were literally jumping in midsummer.

Gretchen Gosnell

Lots of trails here! Excellent mileage.

Todd Mulvihill

Located in the Minnesota River Valley, this state park seemingly offers little on paper, but delivers in person. On the smaller side, this park still manages to pack in a decent picnic area, walking tour of the former Agency compound and a smaller campground nestled in the valley. The campground features 3 tipis available to reserve and stay in. A treat not found in other state parks. Quiet, quaint and not far off the beaten path. A good option where relaxation or house activities is desired and not water-based or extensive hiking.

Ron Hubert

Park is very nice. Campsites great, showers and facilities awesome. Park rangers do great job. Now State of Minnesota needs to fix the road so you can get from the park office to the campsites without a 20 mile detour. Shoulder of MN Hwy 67 failed 2 plus years ago and has not been fixed. Not sure it will get fixed from what I heard. Built this road but is not fixable, really. Very sad, great resource we all pay for but road is not usable.

Joan G

We had a relaxing and enjoyable time here. The space for our 24 ft travel trailer was level. The electrical outlet was perfect. Stayed in site 19 E. It is near the toilets/shower house, that we used due to no water hook ups. We were close to the dumpster, but not too close. I'd get this site again in a heartbeat. The staff here are very nice and welcoming, made us want to come back before we even left.(Hey Emily we are talking about you! ) This campground has teepees! They are beautiful. Went into two that were empty and were impressed with the size. Nice wood floors, perfect for cots or air mattress camping. Very cool option. Very well groomed trails. Lots to love about this place. If you love the sound of birds and cows mooing in the distance, this is the place for you.

Jupiter Wings

Clean spacious a great experience almost feels like time travel going back to simpler times

Kylie White

Very cool park - nice campgrounds and a variety of terrain for hiking. I really enjoyed the terrace trail and the prairie near the historic site - the view of the rolling hills and river is not to be missed! This is one of the parks you can rent a tip to camp in. The campground we hiked through was by the river and had a nice amount of space per site. The showers and main restrooms are closed but the DNR has brought in portables and there are a couple of pit toilets throughout the park. Running water is still available.