The 11 Places You Absolutely Must Visit In Minnesota This Spring
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Betsy Rathburn
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Spring is finally here, and with it comes the warm weather we all crave. After a long season spent indoors, it’s time to venture outside again. What will you do? It’s still too cold for swimming, and the best hiking trails may be a bit muddy. But there are still plenty of places to go this spring. If you can’t wait until summer to enjoy the outdoors, these 11 unique places will help you enjoy the singing birds, budding trees, and beautiful weather this spring.
Want to get outside and do something totally unique? At Extreme Sandbox, you will learn to operate heavy machinery such as bulldozers and excavators - and then put your skills to the test by dueling your friend. It's a blast, and sure to make for an unforgettable day this spring. Click here for more information.
We all know about the Como Zoo and the Minnesota Zoo, but travel a bit further north and you'll stumble across the Hemker Park & Zoo. This cool nature park gives you an up-close view of animals both familiar and strange. You can feed a giraffe, get to know some birds, and even see endangered animals. What better way to get outside? Click here for more information.
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Maybe a simple stroll through a garden is enough to remind you that spring is here. There are a lot of gardens to choose from in Minnesota, but Normandale Japanese Garden is a unique choice. This lovely garden is on the grounds of Normandale Community College, making it an out-of-the-way spot for a peaceful walk through the great outdoors. Click here for more information.
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Honey & Mackie's isn't outside, but it's still a great spot on a spring day. Why? Because they serve homemade ice cream in many unexpected flavors. Grab a cone to go, and you can enjoy it as you take a walk beneath the spring sunshine. Click here for more information.
Kerfoot Canopy Tour is an adventure through the trees. Over a mile long course, you'll climb tall platforms, cross bridges, and speed through the trees on a zip line. Spring looks a whole lot different from over 175 feet in the air. Are you up for the challenge? Click here to find out more.
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A visit to Whitewater State Park will put you in touch with nature this spring. With a lovely river surrounded by limestone bluffs - not to mention many hiking trails with a great view - Whitewater State Park is a great spot to get outside this spring. Click here for more information.
Timber Twister at Spirit Mountain is a thrilling alpine coaster through the trees. It comes complete with an incredible view of the St. Louis river far below. With an opening date over Memorial Day weekend, you'll be greeted with green trees all around. Click here for more information.
Looking for a far-flung destination without going too far from home? Prothero's Post Resort may be for you this spring. It's a remote resort in Minnesota's Northwest Angle - likely far from anything that would resemble your busy everyday life. It's so far away, in fact, that you have to cross into Canada just to reach it. But that peace and quiet may just be worth it. Click here for more information.
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Betty Danger's is a unique Minneapolis restaurant complete with a Ferris wheel. And it's that wheel that makes it worth a trip this spring. The warm weather will make a ride on the wheel a whole lot more comfortable. The spectacular view of the city offered by this Ferris wheel makes stopping here a no-brainer in warm spring and summer months. Click here for more information.
This little-known park in St. Paul is a great excuse to get outside in the spring - especially if you live in the metro area. Without even leaving the city, you can experience the tranquil flow of the Mississippi River surrounded by trees that get greener by the day. Click here for more information.
Want to get outside but also do a little shopping? Wright County Swappers Meet is one of the biggest and best flea markets in Minnesota. Dozens of vendors set up at the market every weekend from April to October. They offer everything from antiques to handcrafted housewares. Even if you don't find anything, the fresh air makes it totally worth it. Click here for more information.
Have you been to any of these places? Do you have any favorite spots to visit in the spring? Let us know in the comments!
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