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Fairfax, Minnesota, United States has 1 park to explore on OuterMap: Fort Ridgely State Park. It has 5 mapped trails and 33 points of interest.

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    Fort Ridgely State Park was created in 1911 as a memorial to those who fought in the US-Dakota War of 1862. The fort within the park was built in 1853 as a United States Army outpost and training ground, housing 300 soldiers and civilians. In 1862, the Dakota made two attacks on the fort. The war had lasting impacts on the state of Minnesota and the nation. Visit the park today to find more reminders of the area’s history. You may discover stone structures built by Civilian Conservation Corps and Veterans Conservation Corps crews in the 1930s.

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How many parks are there in Fairfax?

OuterMap has 1 park in Fairfax, Minnesota, United States: Fort Ridgely State Park.

What is the longest trail in Fairfax?

The longest mapped trail in Fairfax is Hiking/Horseback (Upper Prairie/Lower Prairie/Fairway/Fire Rock/River View Trail) at Fort Ridgely State Park, at 5.1 miles.

Where can I camp in Fairfax?

Fort Ridgely State Park has campsites marked on its map.

Where can I have a picnic in Fairfax?

Fort Ridgely State Park has picnic areas marked on its map.

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