10 Unforgettable Road Trips To Take In Minnesota Before You Die

There are plenty of ways to enjoy Minnesota, but one of the best by far is by taking a road trip. With its diverse landscape, scenic byways, and fun attractions in every region, the Land of 10,000 Lakes just might be the most perfect road trip state there is. If you're itching for a trip ASAP, one of these ten unforgettable Minnesota road trips will probably do the trick. From abandoned places to gorgeous natural wonders, you're sure to find one that interests you. Get ready for the trip with our Road Trip Essentials Packing List & Guide, and then hit the road for a grand Minnesota adventure!

1. Minnesota's Most Abandoned Places Road Trip

This road trip was designed to take you on a tour of Minnesota's most eerily beautiful abandoned places. From old mill ruins to deserted buildings, it's photo ops galore if you have an appreciation for natural decay. Better yet, it's long enough to occupy an entire weekend, making it a great activity for when you need to get away.

2. Minnesota Most Picturesque Small Towns Road Trip

A jaunt through some of Minnesota's most quaint small towns is the order of the day for this trip. From east to west, north to south, this trip allows you to experience all that small town living has to offer in the great state of Minnesota. You'll check out hometown restaurants, natural wonders, and unique attractions.

3. Minnesota Natural Wonders Road Trip

If you want to see Minnesota's natural beauty without taking the trouble to plan a trip, you can use this natural wonders road trip through Minnesota as a guide. It'll take you to some of our most gorgeous state parks, where you'll see sparkling blue water, towering cliffs, and everything in between. One of our favorite road trips in Minnesota, this adventure will make you proud to be from The Land of 10,000 Lakes.

4. Haunted Minnesota Road Trip

You don't have to wait until Halloween to see some ghosts. The haunted Minnesota road trip is a great way to check out some of our state's most notoriously spooky destinations. If you've ever wondered if the stories are really true, this is your chance to find out.

5. Minnesota Fall Foliage Road Trip

Fall is arguably the most beautiful time in Minnesota, so what better way to enjoy the scenery than to take a road trip through the state's most gorgeous leaf-peeping destinations? You'll travel from state park to state forest, experiencing the most spectacular colors of the year. Make sure you bring your camera - these colors don't last long.

6. Ultimate Minnesota Waterfalls Road Trip

A lot of out-of-towners don't know that Minnesota has a lot of waterfalls. So many, in fact, that even locals are sometimes unaware of all of them. To help you find the very best, this waterfalls road trip highlights some of the tallest and most beautiful in the entire state.

7. St. Croix River Scenic Road Trip

If you're looking for a weekend day trip, check out this trip along the St. Croix River region. It'll take you alongside the river to see some of the best scenery and cutest towns. Then you'll travel a bit farther west to see art, shops, and a whole lot more.

8. Ultimate Terrifying Minnesota Road Trip

This road trip features places with some of the most gruesome, horrifying stories in Minnesota history. If tales of murders and hauntings are your cup of tea, take a weekend to take this terrifying trip.

9. One Tank Of Gas Road Trip Through Minnesota

Sometimes you need to get away without spending too much money. With gas prices as high as they are, it's nice to take a trip on a single tank of gas. This road trip from southern Minnesota to Duluth brings you to great sights and activities to do when you don't want to go too far.

10. Minnesota Christmas Towns Road Trip

Come Christmastime, this road trip through Minnesota's most charming Christmas towns is a great way to get into the festive spirit. These towns go all out for Christmas, with amazing lights displays, costumed carolers, and visits from Santa. It's a quick trip, so when the time comes, you can make a day of it.

We hope these have given you some great road trip ideas in Minnesota - let us know which of these trips sounds the most exciting to you! If you have any ideas and would like to see your favorite Minnesota place featured someday, let us know by filling out this form.