Located on the western edge of the Twin Cities, Carver Park Preserve is home to the Lowry Nature Center, Grimm Farm Historic Site, and King Waterfowl Sanctuary. The stunning rolling countryside, rolling hills and blue lakes make Victoria’s Carver Park Reserve the perfect place to escape.
Quarry Park and Nature Preserve currently contains 684 acres of trails, quarries for swimming, rock climbing walls, and more. It is the largest in the Stearns County Parks system with much to offer for those who love the outdoors.
Lake Elmo Park Reserve is a 2,165 acre park which offers a wide variety of terrain, including forest and prairie. Park facilities include modern and equestrian campgrounds, picnic areas, a fishing pier, a boat launch, and a sand bottom, chlorinated swim pond. The swim pond is open daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The park also offers miles of turf, paved and x-c ski trails.
The Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park is a Minnesota state park at the site of the Soudan Underground Mine, on the south shore of Lake Vermilion, in the Vermilion Range (Minnesota). The mine is known as Minnesota's oldest, deepest, and richest iron mine.
The Kabetogama State Forest is a state forest located in Koochiching and Saint Louis counties, Minnesota, United States. Kabetogama State Forest is the gateway into Voyageurs National Park and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Baker Park Reserve is a sprawling natural oasis located in Maple Plain, Minnesota, offering a wide array of outdoor recreational activities for visitors of all ages. Encompassing over 2,700 acres of pristine woodlands, wetlands, and lakeshore, the park provides ample opportunities for hiking, biking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.
Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo are a campground and zoo located in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It houses over 30 species of animals, most of which have injuries that would prevent them from surviving in the wild. All of the animals are native to Minnesota.
The Tamarack Nature Preserve in Woodbury, Minnesota - with wetland boardwalks and woodland trails - offers respite from a busy world and a chance to connect with nature year-round in a wild and beautiful setting.
Stearns County is a county in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 158,292. Its county seat and largest city is St. Cloud. The Mississippi River flows southeast along its northeast border, and the Sauk River drains the central part of the county into the Mississippi at St. Cloud.
Washington County is a county in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 267,568. Its county seat is Stillwater. The largest city in the county is Woodbury. Washington County consists of eight parks, three regional trails, one conservation area, and the Historic Courthouse site.
St. Louis County is a county in the Arrowhead Region of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 200,231. Its county seat is Duluth. It is the largest county in Minnesota by land area, and the largest in the United States by total area east of the Mississippi River. St. Louis County is known for spectacular beauty, natural resources and year-round recreation.
Hennepin County is a county in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,281,565, making it the most populous county in Minnesota. Hennepin County is made up of 45 cities. Its county seat is Minneapolis, the most populous city in Minnesota.
Olmsted County is a county in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population is 162,847. Its county seat and most populous city is Rochester. Olmsted County is drained by three rivers (Zumbro, Whitewater, and Rooth), all flowing to the Mississippi.
Ramsey County is a county in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 552,352, making it the state's second most populous county. Its county seat and largest city is Saint Paul, the state capital and the twin city of Minneapolis.
The Harriet Alexander Nature Center is an oasis nestled within the borders of Roseville’s Central Park. On the grounds there is a boardwalk and trails that circulate through 52 acres of marsh, prairie and forest habitats.
Dakota County is the third-most populous county in the U.S. state of Minnesota, located in the southeast corner of the Twin Cities Metropolitan area in the east central portion of the state. As of the 2020 census, the population was 439,882. The county seat is Hastings.
Asia Mall, located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, is a unique shopping destination that opened in late 2022. It occupies the space of a former Gander Mountain store and is the first of its kind in Minnesota, aiming to provide a comprehensive experience for those seeking Asian groceries, dining options, and cultural products all under one roof.
Itasca State Park, located near Park Rapids, Minnesota, is one of the oldest and most renowned state parks in the United States. Established in 1891, Itasca State Park spans over 32,000 acres and is home to the headwaters of the Mississippi River. The park offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is a popular resort and casino located in Prior Lake, Minnesota. It is owned and operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. The casino offers a wide range of gaming options including slots, blackjack, bingo, and various table games.
Minnesota, often referred to as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, is a state located in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. It is bordered by Canada to the north, Lake Superior and Wisconsin to the east, Iowa to the south, and North Dakota and South Dakota to the west. Its population was 5,737,915 in 2023.
