Baker Park Reserve

05/23/2026

Baker Boat Rental is OPEN for the season!

We have kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, paddleboats, and stand up paddleboards available for rent!

Watercraft can be reserved in advance online here: https://go.threeriversparks.org/ThreeRiversWeb/ #!park/2/126

Boat Rental Hours:
Holidays: Noon–6 PM
Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–7 PM
Thursdays & Fridays: Noon-6 PM (starting June 5)

2026 Holidays:
Memorial Day: Monday, May 25
Juneteenth: Friday, June 19
Independence Day: Saturday, July 4
Labor Day: Monday, September 7

05/22/2026

Have you ever wanted to trying fishing without purchasing any expensive equipment? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Starting this Saturday, you can rent fishing rods from the Campground Office or from Baker Boat Rental for FREE! The rod rental comes with a tackle box, or live bait is available in either building for purchase.

Do you need a fishing license?
If you are 16 years or older, you need a Minnesota fishing license.
For more information, please visit the MN DNR website: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/fishing/index.html

Campground Office Hours:
Sunday - Thursday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 9 AM - 9 PM

Boat Rental Hours:
Thurs, Fri & Holidays: Noon – 6 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 11 AM–7 PM

05/21/2026

Cabin 2 and Cabin 4 are available for reservation, THIS WEEKEND! Clear your schedule and come camping. Check-in available tonight (Thursday, May 21) - Memorial Day.

05/11/2026

The Baker Campground Office now has Explorer Backpacks available for park guests to use for free!

There are currently four subjects: Bird Watching, Water Investigation, Rocks 101, and Animal Tracking.

Explorer Backpacks are brand new to Baker, so we are looking for curious and opinionated people to try them out and give us feedback! Come out and try all four!

05/05/2026

Fishing opener is coming up this Saturday May 9th. Do you have a boat trailer pass?

You need a daily or annual boat trailer pass to park your trailer at the Lake Independence boat launch.

There are a few ways to get a pass:

1. Online: https://www.threeriversparks.org/activity/boating
2. Using the QR code at the launch
3. At the Baker Campground Office--Open 10 AM-6 PM Sunday-Thursday, 9 AM-9 PM Friday & Saturday

Annual passes are valid for all parks within three rivers and are cheaper than a ticket for parking at the launch without a pass!

Get your boat trailer pass today!

Boating is a Minnesotan tradition! Three Rivers provides plenty of boating opportunities with over 30 lakes and rivers to enjoy your time out on the water.

04/29/2026

Highway 12 will be closed in both directions between Central Ave in Wayzata and I-494 in Minnetonka for two consecutive weekends, May 1–4 and May 8–11. Both weekend closures will begin at 10 PM Friday and end by 5 AM on Monday.

Please visit the MNDOT website for more information about this project. https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy12wayzata-minnetonka/index.html

If you are planning a trip to Baker, please consider how this construction will effect your journey!

04/24/2026

The Baker Campground is officially open for the season!
B, D, & F loops are currently closed for electrical construction, so electric sites are limited.

Check availability on our website: https://go.threeriversparks.org/ThreeRiversWeb/ #!park/2/25

Or call 763-694-7662

Campground Office Hours:
10 AM - 6 PM Sunday-Thursday
9 AM - 9 PM Friday & Saturday

04/23/2026

The fishing pier is in for the season on Half Moon Lake!

Thank you to our amazing carpenters and maintenance team for getting all of the Baker fishing piers set!

04/20/2026

Just a heads up for Baker Park Reserve visitors who have not heard the news yet. Starting today and through November, MNDOT is working on Highway 12 between County Road 101 in Wayzata and I-494 in Minnetonka. There will be various lane and ramp closures during the construction period.

Please check the MNDOT website to see how this construction might impact your trip to Baker!

Hwy 12 Wayzata to Minnetonka project resources

04/17/2026

Bummed about how fast the Camper Cabins at Baker Campground filled up? Don't worry! There is still some availability for the Cabins at Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park.

Located on the south shore of Cedar Lake near New Prague, the Camper Cabins connect to the recreation area with beach access, fishing piers, and a Play Area. The Cabins at this park location are perfect for people who are new to camping.

Check out the Cedar Lake Farm webpage for information about the park & to book your stay!
https://www.threeriversparks.org/location/cedar-lake-farm-regional-park