Byllesby Dam Trailhead
Visitor information
Daily, 5 a.m.–10 p.m.
The Cannon River Carry-in Access closes to the public when the river level reaches 10 feet. The parking lot remains open when the river access closes. Check river levels.
Transit options
Use TransitLink from MetroTransit for a direct ride to the Byllesby Dam Trailhead.
Located on the east side of Lake Byllesby Regional Park, the Byllesby Dam Trailhead provides parking for paddlers, cyclists and other park users downstream of the Lake Byllesby Dam. Connected to the parking lot is a 0.2-mile carry-in access to the Cannon River State Water Trail.
For geo-enabled maps, download Dakota County Parks maps on the Avenza app.
Fees
No entrance fee for private or public use.
Special use permits are required for outfitters. Go to Special Use Permit page.
Parking
Free parking and a loading and unloading area are available during open hours. There is no overnight parking.
Alternative parking is located at the DNR motorized launch and near the playground in the park.
Amenities
- Carry-in access to the Cannon River downstream of the Lake Byllesby Dam (0.2-mile portage)
- Portage cart available for check-out from the Lake Byllesby Campground Office
- Portable toilet on site
- Drinking water (May-October)
- Access to Mill Towns State Trail
- Views of the Lake Byllesby Dam and Cannon River gorge