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Directions and Parking

Fort Ridgely is located in Fort Ridgely State Park, off Minn Hwy 4, seven miles south of Fairfax, MN, along the Minnesota River.

Address

72404 County Road 30
Fairfax, MN 55332
ftridgely@mnhs.org
507-628-5591

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Parking

State park vehicle permit required.

Plan Your Visit

  • Overview
  • Hours and Admission
  • Directions and Parking
  • Amenities
  • Accessibility
  • Nearby MNHS Sites
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Fort Ridgely

72404 County Road 30
Fairfax, MN 55332
United States

507-628-5591
| ftridgely@mnhs.org
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