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Start planning your trip with these guides to the best of Minnesota, from bucket list adventures to scenic road trips.
Your guide to outdoor adventures, road trips, and the best places to explore across Minnesota.
Minnesota is one of the most underrated destinations for outdoor adventure in the U.S. From the serenity of the Boundary Waters to ice climbing frozen waterfalls, there is truly something for everyone.
I have called Minnesota home for over 15 years, and it still amazes me. Whether you are planning a Minnesota road trip, looking for the best hiking trails, or searching for unique places to stay, you will find plenty of inspiration here.
A few things that might surprise you:
- The Superior Hiking Trail spans over 300 miles with more than 37,000 feet of elevation gain
- The Cuyuna area offers world class mountain biking
- The Mississippi River begins as a stream you can walk across
- You can see the northern lights in parts of Minnesota
The adventures here are endless. Start planning your Minnesota trip below.
explore minnesota
Explore Minnesota by destination and discover the best places to visit, from vibrant cities to scenic lake shores and quiet outdoor escapes.
summer
Summer is the perfect time to explore Minnesota’s lakes, hiking trails, and scenic road trips to make the most of the long, sunny days.
fall
Fall brings brilliant colors, cool temperatures, and some of the most rewarding hiking and backpacking conditions of the year.
winter
Minnesota winters are cold, but they’re also magical, with snowy adventures and cozy places to warm up after a day outside.
spring
Spring is known as waterfall season with quieter trails, and the re-greening of Minnesota.
MINNESOTA DESTINATIONS
BAUDETTE | CUYUNA | DULUTH | ELY | FERGUS FALLS | GRAND MARAIS | IRON RANGE | LAKE OF THE WOODS | LANESBORO | MANKATO | PINE CITY | PROCTOR | SHAKOPEE | SUPERIOR HIKING TRAIL | TWO HARBORS | VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK
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