Refuge Landscapes and Parks Close to Home

451.043 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.

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Sherburne County’s recreation landscape is shaped by several kinds of public land. County parks sit alongside city and township spaces, wildlife areas, and state and federal destinations. The Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge and Sand Dunes State Forest are prominent examples, while county properties include Grams Park and Oak Savanna Park. That mix gives the area a varied outdoor character. It also makes land ownership important: a county park’s rules should not be assumed to apply to a nearby refuge or state forest.

Begin with the county’s parks and trails directory to compare locations such as Grams Park, Island View Park, and the Great Northern Regional Trail. For a trip to the refuge or state forest, consult that property’s managing agency as well. Check current access notices and permitted activities before setting out. The county’s own parks guidance also provides picnic shelter information and rules for pets, helping residents plan ordinary outings with fewer surprises.

The 2020 Census geography figures record 432.909 square miles of land and 18.134 square miles of water in Sherburne County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.