Join King Henry and his royal court for an unforgettable journey back in time at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. Explore 16 stages of 16th century entertainment, from daring jousts to theatrical performances, offering something for every member of the family.
Whether you’re in the middle of a cross-country tour or simply stretching your legs after a long day of riding, one thing is certain: Bike-centric vacations have distinct lodging needs. In addition to standard amenities, you’re also looking for secure bike storage, tools, pumps and maps. (We wouldn’t say no to a shuttle service or bike rental either.)
The most romantic winter vacation isn’t always a beach with an umbrella drink in hand. Sometimes it’s a quiet, cozy, firelit retreat, with snow drifting silently outside. Here are a few places to inspire your next getaway.
Between cooler temperatures, prime fall peeping, and less competition for tee times, fall may be the best time of year to golf in Minnesota. There are more than 400 courses spread throughout the state; here is where you can find some of our favorites, from prairie links to lakeside resorts.
Garden lovers and green thumbs can find inspiring flower arrangements throughout the state, each with its own distinct personality and history. Depending on snow melt, blooms begin towards the tail end of April and continue until late fall’s frosty bite. The colors and landscapes change constantly through the seasons, too, making them ideal for repeat visits.
Water thunders over St. Cloud’s dam, harnessing the power of the Mississippi River while also flowing toward one of its most serene, scenic and accessible stretches to explore. Here, on the city’s south side with St.
Established in 1891, Minnesota is home to the nation's second-oldest state park system in the nation. Covering more than 200,000 acres spanning every corner of the state, state parks welcome visitors to explore the full diversity of Minnesota's natural environment in a majestic and historic setting.
Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is renowned worldwide for its extraordinary natural beauty, vast wildness, and remoteness from the modern world. It is not, however, renowned for its ease or creature comforts.
Otter Tail County is one of the state’s largest counties encompassing 21 towns from tiny town of Vining to the city of Fergus Falls. It’s a haven for outdoor recreation and boats 1,048 lakes, more than any county in the United States. Find out where to go while you’re exploring this popular spot in central Minnesota.
Biking in the Twin Cities is a bit like biting into a Juicy Lucy. It seems relatively straightforward at first (“How is this different from a cheeseburger?”), but there’s no denying the truth after your first ride.