Parks and Nature
This area is popular with mountain bikers. It also provides opportunities for fishing, camping, and paddling.
The park offers scenic hiking along the water as well as camping and more.
Located in the east end of Duluth, Lester Park features 9+ miles of hiking and mountain biking trails between Amity Creek and Lester River.
Located on Skyline Parkway at the east end of Duluth, Hawk Ridge is most known for the hawks, owls and other birds that migrate past the area from Aug... Read More
The swimming beach and campgrounds are huge draws for this park. Dogs are not allowed in the swimming area.
Besides the historic fort, the park offers camping and horseback trails.
This site protects the local, natural habitat. It has miles of trails and extensive gardens.
Located in the heart of the Twin Cities, this park offers extensive hiking, bike and ski trails that link to Minnehaha Park and the Minnesota Valley N... Read More
Secluded and peaceful, this park offers picturesque views of Ontario and the Rainy River.
Frontenac State Park is located approximately 10 miles SE of Red Wing on Highway 61 or 5 miles northwest of Lake City, then 1 mile north on County Roa... Read More
Rich with a long natural and cultural history, this recreational area offers a multitude of scenic and educational opportunities along its 72 miles, c... Read More
Rich with a long natural and cultural history, this recreational area offers a multitude of scenic and educational opportunities along its 72 miles, c... Read More
Stroll the boardwalk trail around the lake or explore by kayak. You'll find plenty of fun things to do while camping at this park.
Rich with a long natural and cultural history, this recreational area offers a multitude of scenic and educational opportunities along its 72 miles, c... Read More
The rangers at this visitor center can help you plan which of the 400 sites included in the Recreational Area you'd like to visit. Rich with a long na... Read More
This park offers swimming and fishing in Signalness Lake. Tails also circle the lake.
This park has access to stunning waterfalls and shoreline through a number of multi-access trails.
The park has six miles of hiking trails and two beautiful waterfalls. The half-mile trail to High Falls is paved and wheelchair accessible. The 5 m... Read More
The park offers scenic views of the Mississippi River Valley along with camping and a wide range of recreational activities.
This park has a designated pet picnic area located in the second loop of the River Bottoms Area.
The park has stunning views. Don't forget to walk across the swinging bridge.
From Winona go approximately 12 miles northwest on U.S. Highway 61.The park has a half-mile, strenuous trail (stairs) to a stunning view.
The park offers hiking trails to scenic view of waterfalls.
Dogs are allowed at Carpenter Nature Center but they must be on a leash and owners must clean up after them. Pets are not allowed in the buildings.
The park offers swimming, fishing, and camping on the shores of this scenic lake.
The park may be reached from the south via I-94 (exit 193) at Hwy 25, south to Chelsea Rd to Hwy 39 west and Wright County Rd 111, or from the north v... Read More
Miles of paved trails allow you and your pet to catch some fresh air. Dogs on a six-foot non-retractable leash are allowed on all paved trails except ... Read More
Containing almost 2,000 acres, the park offers miles of trails and many lakes for year-round outdoor sports, recreation and environmental education.
The park entrance is located 7 miles east of Pelican Rapids on State Highway 108. The park offers camping, fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.
This park offers strolls along the sandy shoreline, swimming, and camping.
Go to mile post marker #221 on US Hwy 169, about 8 miles north of Onamia. Watch for the Kathio Arrowhead sign and take County Road 26 for about a mile... Read More
The park sits 5 miles west of Mankato on State Highway 68 and U.S. Highway 169. It has its own bison herd.
The park focuses on geology, especially the state's Lake Superior Agate.
Located 3 miles southeast of Albert Lea on County Highway 38. Interstates 90 and 35 intersect just north of Albert Lea. Both interstates have signs di... Read More
This park offers 5 miles of trails for wildlife watching as well as camping.
Pipestone National Monument offers an opportunity to explore American Indian culture and the natural resources of the tallgrass prairie. Established b... Read More
