12 Reasons Southern Minnesota Is One Of The Most Underrated Places in The State

One of Minnesota's most spectacular, and overlooked areas is by far the southern part of the state. From the sweeping prairie to the crystal clear lakes and rivers, there is so much beauty that can be found in this under-appreciated region. Here are some other reasons we think Southern MN needs more recognition:

1. You can find beautiful barns like this dotted throughout the countryside. And every bit of land surrounding the buildings is equally as stunning.

2. The proximity to local farms means that small towns in Southern Minnesota have some of the freshest, most delicious food!

3. Southern Minnesota has some of the most beautiful lakes. The entire state has them, not just Northern MN!

4. Mississippi Bluff Country has some of the most spectacular views around.

5. Wildlife is abundant in the tall prairie grasses of Southern MN.

6. Southern Minnesota is rich with history, and you can find learn a lot about the past in towns like Pipestone.

7. Southern MN's scenic river valleys have some of the best biking, hiking, and river recreation in the state.

8. Southern Minnesota has some of our most important cities!

9. You can find gorgeous parks in Southern Minnesota, and many of them have plenty of room for you to camp and relax, because they aren't over-visited like those North Shore ones!

10. Some of MN's most fascinating attractions like Niagara Cave are in Southern MN.

11. Southern Minnesota bluff sunsets are some of the most phenomenal you'll ever see.

12. And they might only be topped by the prairie sunsets you can also find in Southern MN!

What is your favorite thing about Southern Minnesota?