You Must Visit These 12 Awesome Places In Minnesota This Fall

From the bright colored leaves to the halloween fun, autumn is many a favorite for many folks in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. If you're looking for fun things to do in Minnesota in October - or any of the other autumn months - check out a few of our favorite places to visit in Minnesota in fall.

1. Duluth/North Shore

Duluth and all of Minnesota's North Shore are the premiere places to view the most beautiful fall foliage in the country. If you haven't taken a road trip up the shore yet this year, now is the time!

2. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

Another wonderful place to look at foliage, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is spectacularly colored.

3. Huntington Bank Stadium, University of Minnesota

Not only is the University of Minnesota beautiful in the fall, but it's football season for both U of M and the Vikings at TCF this year! Tailgate away!

4. New Ulm

The best Oktoberfest in MN, you have to head to

New Ulm for some fall festivities.

5. Anoka

Anoka is the "Halloween Capital of the World", so head there for a whole month of hauntings and fun!

6. Stillwater

Stillwater Harvest Fest is always a ton of fun! Get on over there for two days packed with giant pumpkins and family fun!

7. Valley Scare, Valleyfair, Shakopee

Valley Scare is the best event of the year at Valleyfair Amusement Park in Shakopee. It's always worth a visit - especially at night!

8. Alexandria

Alexandria is another great foliage town. Don't forget your camera!

9. St. Croix River

Anywhere on the St. Croix makes a beautiful fall hike or drive. Some of the best colors can be found meandering north of the Twin Cities.

10. Closest Minnesota State Park

If you want the fun of fall anytime, anywhere, just head to your local Minnesota State Park for some beautiful weather and vibrant colors! This was taken at Banning State Park on the Kettle River! Need some ideas? Check out our list of the best Minnesota state parks to visit in the fall.

11. Local Apple Orchards

It's also time for apple picking - specifically for MN's own Honeycrisp apples! We know you hear it all the time, but seriously, DO NOT SKIP APPLE PICKING! You will definitely regret it. Check out our list of the best places to pick apples in Minnesota for some ideas!

12. Local Pumpkin Patches

And head to the nearest

Minnesota Pumpkin Patch for hayrides, corn mazes, and so much more, and get carving those pumpkins! Nothing says October like the aroma of pumpkin!

What is your favorite place to visit in Minnesota in fall? Share your photos and suggestions in the comments.

Need more fall fun? Check out our list of the most beautiful fall destinations in Minnesota! Or consider enjoying an entirely different persepective on autumn in the Bold North: from the air.