Fort Snelling State Park offers public boat ramps on both the Minnesota River (near Picnic Island) and Snelling Lake, with canoe and kayak rentals available at the park office.

The park features 18 miles of hiking trails and 5 miles of biking trails connecting to regional trail systems, plus a visitor center with year-round facilities and naturalist programs.

Vehicle permits are required ($7 daily or $35 annual) and the park is open 8 a. m. to 10 p. m. daily.