If you enjoy a walk in the woods, or backpacking trips, Minnesota is the place to be. There are countless trails throughout the state, ranging from short, self-guided nature trails to adventurous paths in rugged terrain.
Minnesota hiking trails are found in Minnesota state parks and forests, and the Chippewa and Superior national forests. Many of the trails have designated backpacking campsites. In fact, George H. Crosby Manitou State Park was designed specifically for backpackers.
The crown of the collection is the Superior Hiking Trail, a 205-mile footpath along a ridgeline high above Lake Superior.
The 62 specially designated Hiking Club trails showcase some of the best scenery to be found in Minnesota State Parks.
Rough riders who prefer to do their biking far from the refinement of paved trails will find fat-tire paradise in Minnesota.
One of Minnesota's newer scenic routes and best-kept secrets links Lake Superior to Iron Range mining towns rich with heritage. Be prepared for wilderness in between.
Grab your hiking boots, find the bug spray, and charge the GPS unit - the Minnesota State Parks Geocaching Wildlife Safari has begun.
Minnesota has some unique opportunities to see some very special birds in the winter.
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