Trips & Routes

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

My Perfect Summer Road Trip Route in Minnesota

This 3-day itinerary may be the perfect summer road trip route in Minnesota. It showcases national and state parks, as well as plenty of fascinating stops along the way.

The 11 Very Best Day Trips You Can Possibly Take in Minnesota

Discover exciting day trips in Minnesota, from wine tours to mountain coasters and hidden restaurants.

5 Easy Day Trips You Can Take From Rochester, Minnesota, My Favorite Included

Try these five easy day trips from Rochester, Minnesota. You're sure to love exploring this part of the state.

The Walkable Minnesota Town That’s Known for Its Charming, Historic Downtown

Historic Hopkins is one of the most walkable cities in Minnesota, with its charming downtown, dining options, and many shops

I Went to Granite Falls, and I Don’t Know Why I Didn’t Visit This Small Town in Minnesota Sooner

Granite Falls is one of our writer's new favorite small towns in Minnesota, and it should definitely be on your bucket list