These 16 Scenic Overlooks In Minnesota Will Leave You Breathless

If you're searching for some of the most epic views, you can't go wrong with many of MN's scenic overlooks. From the North Shore to the cities, there are plenty of places to pull over or hike in and find overlooks that will provide miles of scenery in every direction. Most of them are pretty easy to get to, and the payoff is always huge!

1. Palisade Head, Silver Bay

This amazing lookout over the North Shore is truly one-of-a-kind for its sheer height.

2. Artist's Point, Grand Marais

This North Shore lookout is absolutely stunning, even though it's not elevated.

3. Tower Hill Park, Minneapolis

This park has a beautiful view of the city, with some nature in the foreground.

4. Oberg Mountain, Tofte Township

This mountain has an epic lake view for a good portion of your hike!

5. Foshay Tower, Minneapolis

While it's not a traditional lookout, this city view is too incredible not to include.

6. Sugar Loaf, Winona

A bluff overlook is perfect for enjoying Southern MN scenery.

7. Honeymoon Bluff Trail, BWCA

Beautiful views of the BWCA can be found at this overlook and all along the Gunflint Trail.

8. Hermann Heights Monument, New Ulm

This monument has an amazing overlook of the adorable town of New Ulm and other parts of rural MN.

9. Mt. Trudee, Silver Bay

A favorite mountain view for those who hike the Superior Hiking Trail and surrounding area, you can never go wrong with a view like this.

10. Moose Mountain, Lutsen

Another epic mountain view, this area is also gorgeous in the winter!

11. Mt. Tom Observation Tower, Sibley State Park

This observation tower has sweeping views of the park and the forest.

12. Enger Tower, Duluth

With beautiful land on one side and the entire city of Duluth and the North Shore on the other - this view is one of the best in the entire state. The overlooks on the roads driving in are also spectacular.

13. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park Overlooks

The overlooks at this state park are unforgettable and world famous!

14. Lookout Mountain Overlook, Cascade River State Park

Another beautiful mountain view, this is an easy hike - and you can camp at the top!

15. Miner's Mountain, Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area

With views of beautiful mine lakes this is undoubtably one of the best overlooks in MN you can drive to.

16. East Overlook, Great River Bluffs State Park

An epic overlook over the Mississippi like this has to be on your must-visit list!

What are some of your favorite overlooks to enjoy MN's natural beauty?