Hole-in-the-Mountain County Park

Whether you're staying for a weekend . . . or a week-long vacation, you will enjoy Hole-in-the-Mountain park, located on the west edge of Lake Benton. And just what is "Hole-in-the-Mountain?" Our Native American predecessors named this opening in the Buffalo Ridge, an opening in the high hills through which all westward movement passed. The earliest documented pioneer trail through this pass was the Fort Ridgely and South Pass Road in the 1850's. Locally, the trail was known as the Nobles Trail through the Dutchmans Gap -- another name for Hole-in-the-Mountain.

Camping For summertime fun, Hole-in-the-Mountain offers 50 overnight camp sites for your camping pleasure. The sites include electrical hookups, picnic tables, and fireplaces. Some water hookups are available. The park also has a shower and bathroom facility.       Hiking & Riding Along with the camping, the park provides five miles of horseback riding and hiking trails, winding through 800 acres of prairie and wooded hills with historical views. Chalet Be sure to enjoy the park's year-round chalet for resting, viewing, and visiting. Lunch facilities are located in the chalet. For larger activities or gatherings, the entire chalet is available for rent.

Snowmobiling Snowmobilers are invited to use the five miles of snowmobile trails and the open areas designated for snowmobile usage.

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