Minneapolis, Minnesota
Top Spots in and near Minneapolis
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Hastings, Minnesota
Walk to Vermillion Falls
4.52 miBegin in the Old Mills parking lot located on 18th Street E. Head south along the paved trail running parallel to the railroad tracks. This trail is part of a 10-mile loop that leads out of the park and past the banks of the Mississippi. In approximately ½ mile, you’ll cross a long, wooden bridge...Read more -
Hudson, Wisconsin
Hike to Willow Falls
4.23 miThis trip through Willow River State Park shows off beautiful views of Little Falls Lake and Willow River on your way to the falls. In the spring, wildflowers won't disappoint. An overall scenic and rewarding hike.Read more -
Hudson, Wisconsin
Burkhardt Trail to Willow Falls Overlook via Pink Trail
2.16 mi / 259 ft gainBurkhardt Trail to Willow Falls Overlook via Pink Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Hudson, Wisconsin.Read more -
Marine on Saint Croix, Minnesota
Riverside Trail Loop
5.02.66 mi / 272 ft gainFrom the Visitor Center Parking lot follow the Riverside Trail along the side of the lot and down the main road. You will go under the bridge and while walking next to the road you can see great views of Lake Alice. When you reach the bottom of the hill, turn right to walk alongside the lake. On ...Read more -
Marine on Saint Croix, Minnesota
Camp at William O'Brien State Park
Roughly an hour north of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul Metro, is William O’Brien State Park. Located on the Saint Croix River, this park is a great place for just getting away from the city lights and into nature. The park has two campgrounds, which are the Savanna and Riverway campgrounds. Eac...Read more -
Osceola, Wisconsin
Explore Cascade Falls
5.0Cascade Falls is a must-stop if you are passing through Osceola, Wisconsin. The falls can be accessed on Cascade Street (Highway 35) near 1st Avenue in downtown Osceola. You will see a sign for the Falls at the deck by Chief Osceola. Continue down the 135 steps that lead from this platform down t...Read more -
Dresser, Wisconsin
Hike the Osceola Bedrock Glades Loop
2.2 mi / 59 ft gainJust a short hike to the waterfall, this is a great spot to pull off on your way to the Park with many other trails to spend a whole day on if you wish to stay off the beaten path. Getting there: Going North through Osceola on HWY 35 Turn left on River Rd (county Rd S) For 1 mile. There is a sm...Read more -
Welch, Minnesota
Bike the Cannon Valley Trail
4.019.7 mi / -115 ft gainThere are multiple entry points to the Cannon Valley Trail along the 19.7 miles of paved path that connect the towns of Cannon Falls and Red Wing. Because the trail requires a $4 daily pass, pick your entry point next to a Wheel Pass station. The most elaborate entry point is via the town of Welc...Read more -
Welch, Minnesota
Paddle the Cannon River
5.0If you want a quiet, secluded paddle, this may not be the adventure for you. The Cannon River is a very popular destination in the summer months for groups of canoers, kayakers and tubers. Drinking on the river is not discouraged.Book a reservation with Welch Mill. They provide shuttle service, l...Read more -
Taylors Falls, Minnesota
Explore Interstate State Park
4.33 miSituated on top of a series of craggy bluffs, Interstate State Park is a small park that offers amazing views of the St. Croix River gorge. With a pine forest ecosystem usually only found a hundred miles north of the park, the lichen encrusted rocks and spring wildflowers offer the Northwoods exp...Read more -
Dresser, Wisconsin
Summit Rock, River Bluff and Echo Canyon Loop
1.29 mi / 269 ft gainSummit Rock, River Bluff and Echo Canyon Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Dresser, Wisconsin.Read more -
Nerstrand, Minnesota
Hike Nerstrand-Big Woods State Park
3.311 miCurious about what Minnesota looked like in pre-settlement times?Then spend the day hiking through Nerstrand-Big Woods State Park, a botanical reserve for the temperate hardwood forest that once covered much of central Minnesota. Located 45 miles south of Minneapolis, the park offers the opportun...Read more -
Taylors Falls, Minnesota
River Trail Loop
4.04.32 mi / 285 ft gainWild River State Park, located about 55 miles northeast of Minneapolis, is a fantastic getaway and caters to a wide-variety of visitors. If you have an afternoon and are looking for an easy hike through a variety of natural environments, take The River Trail north, then follow the Old Lodging Tra...Read more -
Red Wing, Minnesota
Hike Barn Bluff
3.02.05 mi / 340 ft gainBarn Bluff in Red Wing, Minn., is an enjoyable and easily-accessible hike. Even at a slow pace, it takes just 30-45 minutes to reach the peak.There is ample parking on 5th Street near the Barn Bluff sign. Take the stairs to the trail head. From there, you'll have a few trail options:1) South Trai...Read more -
Faribault, Minnesota
Straight River Trail and Alexander Park Trail
0.67 mi / 20 ft gainStraight River Trail and Alexander Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Faribault, Minnesota.Read more