Minnesota's Best Trails for Running and Walking
There are many reasons why Minnesota is one of the country's most active states.
Where to Go Walleye Fishing in Minnesota
For many anglers, the sight of an elusive olive and gold fish with an unmistakable white tip on its tail is enough to send chills up their spine. Here is how you can increase your chances of catching walleye, the most popular fish in Minnesota for a reason....
Pedal from Capitol to Canada on the North Star Route
The U.S. Bicycle Route (USBR) system is a fast-emerging network of numbered cross-country bicycle routes, already spanning more than 11,000 miles across the nation. Many biking enthusiasts are familiar with Minnesota's first U.S. Bicycle Route, the Mississippi River Trail (USBR 45), but its second deserves equal renown.
How to Forage For Mushrooms, Berries and More in Minnesota
From berries to mushrooms to wild rice, Minnesota offers an abundance of native foods for people to harvest and eat. In recent years, as the desire has grown to eat locally sourced food, foraging has become an increasingly popular pastime, allowing people to be outside with a goal in mind during the spring, summer and fall.
Why Minnesota is the Perfect Place for Forest Bathing
Shinrin-Yoku is a Japanese mindfulness activity that translates to “taking in the forest atmosphere” or “forest bathing.” It was developed in the 1980s to help relieve stress and improve physical and mental health—and scientific research shows it’s doing just that.
Where to Recharge With a Solo Retreat in Minnesota
A unique respite from daily demands, solo retreats give travelers space to read, journal, create, catch up on sleep or simply gaze out the window. Imagine: no other people to take care of, emails to return or dishes to do. Sounds blissful, right? Schedule your own weekend of nourishment at one of these three Minnesota retreat centers.
How to Hunt for Wild Turkeys in Minnesota
Minnesota’s wild turkeys are where you find them. Sounds trite, but it’s not far from reality.
Adventure, Relax and Retreat With a Women-Only Getaway
From dog sledding and wilderness canoeing, to wineries and farm tours, an assortment of women’s-specific Minnesota tours cater to a wide range of abilities and interests.
Go solo and make new friends, or plan your own adventure with your favorite group of gal pals. Of course, these trips also leave plenty of opportunities for relaxation, fabulous meals and, the most important part, girl time.
Where to Go Mountain Biking in Duluth
Thanks to top-notch trails like the Duluth Traverse, mountain bikers are among the many outdoor adventurers that have flocked to Minnesota in recent decades.
6 Spectacular National Park Sites in Minnesota
In addition to its peerless national park (Voyageurs), Minnesota boasts five striking national park sites that reflect the state's natural, historical and cultural resources.