Shirley's Park & Country Retreat

06/14/2026

Looking for a last-minute weekend escape? 🪵✨
We have a handful of overnight camping spots available for this upcoming weekend! If you're ready to unplug, unwind, and relax by the water, this is your sign to pack the camper or tent. 🌅
Spots go fast, so don't wait!
📧 Email us at [email protected] to snag your site for this weekend or to inquire about locking in your future summer dates.
See you by the lake! 👋

05/26/2026

05/21/2026

Sunday is looking like perfect weather for some live outdoor music! Make plans to visit the park and enjoy the day with us! Food and drink vendors will be on site as well. No cover change but donations are greatly appreciated to keep these free public events happening 🤍 🎶🍔

05/14/2026

04/21/2026

80° and sunny tomorrow? ☀️
Sounds like the perfect day for a paddle! Our kayaks are ready and waiting for you—only $10 each at our self-serve rental rack. 🚣
Prefer to stay on shore? Grab a spot on the sand and soak up the sun! Beach access is just $10 per car. 🏖️
We’ll see you at the water! 🌊✨

Beautiful seasonal campground, kayak outfitter and event destination on Clear Lake, five miles southwest of New Ulm.

01/30/2026

"We love our community at Shirley’s Park, and we’re looking for a new neighbor to join the family! 🏡 We have a very limited number of openings and would love to find the perfect fit to fill them!
​If you know a family who would love it here, please spread the word! 🗣️
​Interested? Please email: [email protected] for more info!"

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas from Shirley's Park! 🎄 Wishing all our friends and campers a joyful holiday season – see you in the spring! 🏕️✨

11/28/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from our Campground Family! 🍂
​As the holiday season begins, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for every single person who chose to spend time with us this year.
​Whether you dropped by to kayak for the afternoon, celebrated an event, enjoyed a weekend getaway, or are part of our amazing seasonal family, your support means the world.
​We truly feel blessed with the kindest, most respectful patrons a campground could ever ask for. Thank you for making our community so wonderful.
​Wishing you and yours a safe, happy, and restful holiday! We can't wait to welcome you back when we reopen in the spring!

10/12/2025

🎃 Pumpkins and Princesses 👑 ​A big thank you to the Miss Nicollet royalty for visiting Shirley's Park! We loved having you out at our pumpkin patch.
​We were happy to donate pumpkins for their carving event. Have a great time!