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This Walkable River City in Minnesota Is a Must-Visit Gem

This stunning Minnesota city is easy to explore on foot, with scenic views, local shops, and must-see attractions all within walking distance.

by Trent Jonas
on Jun 3
Golden sunset reflecting on the Zumbro River with the Rochester, Minnesota skyline and a riverside path.
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One of Minnesota’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Trent Jonas
on May 27
A tall, quirky wooden carving of the legendary St. Urho standing against a forest backdrop in Finland, Minnesota.
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This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Minnesota

by Trent Jonas
on Apr 8
Sailboats docked at a marina in Lake City, Minnesota, with lake and hills in the background on a sunny day.
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This Unexpected Attraction in Minnesota Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

by Trent Jonas
on Mar 26
A towering side-profile view of the historic rustic metal miner statue with a pick in Chisholm, Minnesota.
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The Coastal Minnesota Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

by Trent Jonas
on Mar 4
Cross River Falls cascades heavily down jagged, dark rocky ledges surrounded by lush green trees in Schroeder, MN.

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The 6 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Minnesota

Find the most colorful places to visit in Minnesota, from red stone quarries to stained glass art. Discover six destinations for your next Bold North adventure.

by Trent Jonas
on Feb 26
Winnewissa Falls cascades over vivid pink quartzite rocks beside a paved trail at Pipestone National Monument in MN.
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Small Towns

4 Small Towns in Minnesota So Dreamy, You’ll Swear You’ve Seen Them on TV

You’ll swear you’ve seen these four dreamy Minnesota towns on TV. Explore the cinematic charm of Chisholm, Luverne, Battle Lake, and Biwabik today.

by Trent Jonas
on Jan 30
The massive Iron Man Memorial statue stands atop a pedestal in Chisholm, Minnesota, honoring the iron ore miners of the Iron Range.
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I Don’t Ski, but the Snow Tubing in Minnesota Is Incredible

Wild Mountain, near Taylors Falls, offers some of the best snow tubing in Minnesota. Enjoy multiple, conveyor-serviced runs, nighttime tubing, and a warming house with snacks and drinks.

by Trent Jonas
on Jan 13
A happy child raises their hands in excitement while sliding down a groomed white slope in a red and black snow tube.
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Small Towns

Discover the Minnesota Small Town That Looks Like a Hallmark Movie Setting

Charming Eveleth, Minnesota, is perched on the edge of a massive iron ore mine and is home to the United States Hockey Hall of Fame. It's the perfect setting for a Hallmark movie.

by Trent Jonas
on Nov 4
The world's biggest hockey stick and puck stand next to a colorful mural of boys playing hockey on a frozen pond.
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This Minnesota Northwoods Town Looks Like Bavaria in the Fall and It’s Charming

Downtown Biwabik, Minnesota, is designed to resemble a Bavarian village. Embracing its status as a gateway community for a nearby ski resort, the town is particularly charming in fall and winter.

by Trent Jonas
on Oct 29
The buildings in a downtown area of a small Minnesota town were designed with Bavarian-style architecture.
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This Minnesota Town Turns Into ‘Halloweentown’ Each Fall (and It’s Spooktacular)

We may not be able to reach Halloweentown from Minnesota. But that's okay, because we are home to Anoka, the Halloween Capital of the World.

by Trent Jonas
on Sep 29
A weathered gravestone is surrounded by fallen leaves in Anoka, Minnesota.
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Unique Trips

Can’t Make It to Lascaux Caves? Try This Minnesota Alternative

Here in Minnesota, we have our own version of cave paintings. Sites like the North Hegman Lake pictographs are smaller and less well-preserved than Lascaux Caves, but they're closer and unique to Minnesota.

by Trent Jonas
on Aug 10
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The Riverfront Village That Feels Like a Slice of Europe in the U.S.

The riverfront town of New Ulm, Minnesota, has deep German roots. A visit to the town offers a taste of Europe without need for a passport or a long flight.

by Trent Jonas
on Apr 9
A bronze, patinaed sculpture of a German warrior with a winged helmet stands atop a white iron cupola with a spiral staircase while holding a sword aloft.
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Skip Europe This Summer: This Town in Minnesota Is Just as Charming as Sweden

Skip the customs lines this summer and get a taste of Europe in Minnesota. Lindström's Swedish roots make it feel like a whole other place.

by Trent Jonas
on May 19
A colorful mural depicting Lindström, Minnesota sits beneath the town's coffee-pot shaped water tower.
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Why Currie, Minnesota, the Gateway to Lake Shetek State Park, Is Worth a Visit in Its Own Right

Currie, Minnesota, is the gateway community for Lake Shetek State Park. There are plenty of other reasons to visit this charming small town, as well.

by Trent Jonas
on Jun 18
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