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Eau Galle Lake

Spring Valley, Minnesota · Pierce County

The Main Day Use Areas is located in a scenic area with steep hills, valleys, bluffs, streams and lakes. Highland Ridge Campground is located in a heavily wooded area approximately 4 miles south of I-94.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Eau Galle Lake

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High68°F
Avg Low48°F
Peak Rain Chance13%
Humidity65%
UV (avg)4
Today
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Overcast
63°/46°
💧 13%🌬 17mph
↑ 7:09 AM ↓ 6:45 PM
Sun
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Overcast
64°/48°
🌬 13mph
↑ 7:10 AM ↓ 6:43 PM
Mon
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Overcast
66°/43°
🌬 9mph
↑ 7:12 AM ↓ 6:41 PM
Tue
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Overcast
75°/51°
🌬 18mph
↑ 7:13 AM ↓ 6:39 PM
Wed
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Overcast
73°/50°
🌬 13mph
↑ 7:14 AM ↓ 6:38 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Eau Galle Lake

The Main Day Use Areas is located in a scenic area with steep hills, valleys, bluffs, streams and lakes. Highland Ridge Campground is located in a heavily wooded area approximately 4 miles south of I-94.

How to Get There

To the Day Use Area: From St. Paul, MN, 40 miles east on I-94 to Exit 24. 10 miles south on County Road B, follow signs. To Highland Ridge Campground: From St. Paul, MN, 40 miles east on I-94. From I-94 take Exit 24, 2 miles south on County Road B to County Road N. Turn east on County Road N and go 2 miles to County Road NN. 2 miles south on NN to campground entrance.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Eau Galle Lake

Heading to Eau Galle Lake? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Eau Galle Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Eau Galle Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/162) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Eau Galle Lake?

To the Day Use Area: From St. Paul, MN, 40 miles east on I-94 to Exit 24. 10 miles south on County Road B, follow signs. To Highland Ridge Campground: From St. Paul, MN, 40 miles east on I-94. From I-94 take Exit 24, 2 miles south on County Road B to County Road N. Turn east on County Road N and go 2 miles to County Road NN. 2 miles south on NN to campground entrance.

How do I contact Eau Galle Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (715) 778-5562.