Minnesota
Find local adventures, unique places to stay, and local adventure tours in Minnesota. An often overlooked gem of US adventures, a trip in the Boundary Waters is a singular experience.
Top Spots in and near Minnesota
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Bemidji, Minnesota
Paddle at Big Wolf Lake
4.0Big Wolf Lake is a relatively little lake in comparison to neighboring waters (Leech, Cass, or even Bemidji). Start out at the access point on the southwestern part of the lake. The southern bay mostly consists of summer residences. If you paddle north, you'll cross a point that separates the la...Read more -
Two Harbors, Minnesota
Thompson Beach
Thompson Beach is a Minnesota DNR public access beach. Camping is an excellent option, but they ask that you limit it to one night. Camping access is by paddle-in only. There are two easy places to launch your boat from, one from the north Twin Points Protected Access. From there it is about a mi...Read more -
Ely, Minnesota
Hike the Bass and Dry Lake Loop
6.3 mi / 518 ft gainThis is a moderate trail, that gets a bit steep at times. Great views of the lake and has lots of spots to stop for a quick snack. Trail is well maintained, and there is a fun waterfall, which is great to splash around in. The trailhead is super close to Ely, MN and has bathrooms. Make sure...Read more -
Pequot Lakes, Minnesota
Upgaard WMA Loop
5.01.83 mi / 157 ft gainUpgaard WMA Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Ideal, Minnesota.Read more -
Grand Marais, Minnesota
Cascade Falls via Superior Hiking Trail
5.01.13 mi / 203 ft gainCascade Falls via Superior Hiking Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Grand Marais, Minnesota.Read more -
Winona, Minnesota
Hike up to Garvin Heights Overlook
1 miPark on Huff Street on the bridge that divides Lake Winona (we parked in the lot by the Visitor Center). Walk on Huff St. towards the highway (14/61) and turn left on W. Lake Boulevard (be careful here, it’s a busy road). Continue on Lake Blvd. past Cty Rd. 44 . Before the first house on Lake ...Read more -
Onamia, Minnesota
Hike the Minnesota Hiking Club Trail in Mille Lacs Kathio
3.2 miTucked away in the trees next to the popular Lake Mille Lacs and roughly 90 minutes from Minneapolis, MN, lies Mille Lacs Kathio State Park. Of great importance to the Native American tribes that originally inhabited the area, this park is a wooded oasis from the big city. With 35 miles of wood...Read more -
Orr, Minnesota
Participate in the Old North Canoe Program in Voyageurs National Park
Visiting Voyageurs National Park was the highlight of our summer last year. Full of history, beautiful scenery, and plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities, this park is a gem! Although its difficult to get to, the drive up to northern Minnesota is definitely worth it.We camped at the Wooden...Read more -
Grand Portage, Minnesota
Explore Grand Portage National Monument
0.5 miLocated nearly three hours north of Duluth, MN, this small border town is home to lots of natural beauty. The Larger jewel in the town's crown is the High Falls of the Pigeon River, but a lesser known and no less awesome place is Grand Portage National Monument. Ran by the national park service a...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 -
Lake Bronson, Minnesota
Hike the Aspen Parklands Trail at Lake Bronson State Park
3.4 miBuilt in the 1930's by the Works Progress Administration, Lake Bronson was originally designed to be a major tourist attraction for the region. Due to lack of funding, most of the planned projects were never completed and the park has faded into obscurity. However, it still offers some of the bes...Read more -
Silver Bay, Minnesota
Tettegouche State Park Trail
1.69 mi / 318 ft gainTettegouche State Park Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Silver Bay, Minnesota.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 -
Wahkon, Minnesota
Mile Lacs Lake Loop from Father Hennepin State Park Campgroung
2.01 mi / 98 ft gainMile Lacs Lake Loop from Father Hennepin State Park Campgroung is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Isle, Minnesota.Read more -
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Bloomington Ferry Trail
5.016.94 mi / 814 ft gainBloomington Ferry Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Minneapolis, Minnesota.Read more -
Ironton, Minnesota
Paddle Huntington Mine
Whether you're stoked on mountain biking or want to get out on a canoe or SUP, Cuyuna is an awesome outdoor rec spot. There's plenty of parking and bathrooms near the landing here, plus handicap-accessible ramps to the water and adaptable trails nearby (great for people with mobility devices and ...Read more