Minnesota's Best Golf Trails

With nearly 500 courses in Minnesota, it can be hard to know where to plan your next golf getaway. One way to wrap several top-rated spots into one trip is by following a golf trail. Here are six high-quality courses with varying degrees of difficulty along Minnesota's scenic byways and beyond.

Minnesota's Best Golf Holes

Minnesota has hundreds of incredible golf courses. But sometimes a single hole makes an entire course unforgettable. We’re talking the kind of unique challenges that make you put the flagstick back and soak it all in before you walk off the green. 

Here are 10 of the state's best golf holes.... 

Where to Eat Walleye in Minnesota

No matter how it’s prepared, the flaky, thick and mild-tasting walleye is a feast fit for royalty.

For people who are serious about eating walleyes, there are a variety of ways to do so in Minnesota. While some people swear by coating walleye with breadcrumbs and spices and deep-frying it, others prefer a simple approach of basic seasoning and a few minutes in the oven. Simpler yet, fishermen who prize freshness above all else may catch a few walleyes in the morning, pull their boat ashore at lunch and cook their catch over an open fire.

Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Minnesota

Oktoberfest has grown far beyond its centuries-old origins in Munich, with multiple celebrations held right here in Minnesota. Here's where you can grab a stein, pull on some lederhosen, and say "Prost!" the German way throughout the state. 

Where to Rent a Houseboat in Minnesota

Love being out on the water? Want some special time with family or friends? How about a different kind of adventure this summer? Find some floating fun aboard a Minnesota houseboat, where your lodging is your vacation.

Things to Do in Northwest Minnesota

Minnesota’s great northwest naturally offers plenty to explore: fishing and boating, biking miles of scenic paved trails, hiking in state parks, golfing beautiful courses and bird-watching in a variety of habitats. And there’s no hibernating in winter: You can go snowmobiling, ice fishing, skiing and much more.