A local’s guide of Minnesota state parks with waterfalls – ranked! The Land of 10,000+ Lakes features stunning waterfalls in 11 of Minnesota’s 66 state parks.
Easy hiking trails with waterfalls in Minnesota
A local’s guide to 15+ easy waterfall hiking trails in Minnesota – from fairytale settings to powerful cascades. Some just a few feet from where you park.
Epic frozen waterfall tour – Best day trip ideas in Minnesota this winter
Even if winter is not your thing, you can find beauty and joy during this cold and snowy season. A local’s guide to the best frozen waterfalls in Minnesota – day trips from the Twin Cities: Minneapolis and Saint Paul and the North Shore for an epic frozen waterfall tour. Updated: Dec. 12, 2022.
Staycation ideas: Visit the top state parks in the U.S.
Updated travel bloggers collaboration and guide to the best 60+ state parks in the United States. I’ve partnered with more than 30 other travel bloggers to bring you a list of the top state parks throughout the U.S. Updated 11.20.2020
Minnesota’s Minneopa State Park features bison, waterfalls and hiking
Minneopa State Park is a hidden gem located near Mankato, Minn. Here you’ll enjoy a double waterfall, watch the bison roam freely on the range and hike through the woods to the Minnesota River and Minneopa Creek confluence and more.
List of the best Minnesota state parks with reviews
A travel blogger and day hiker visited all 66 Minnesota state parks and shares reviews, FAQs, and top things to do. Take the Minnesota State Challenge and explore the Land of 10,000 Lakes, acres of forests, miles of hiking trails, stunning waterfalls, campgrounds, and more. Originally posted June 11, 2020. Updated June 10, 2023.
Most scenic road trip in Minnesota: North Shore on Lake Superior
A local’s guide to the most scenic drive in Minnesota: Lake Superior’s North Shore. Perfect Minnesota vacation or staycation itinerary with recommended stops for those who love hiking, chasing waterfalls and driving along Lake Superior. Update: 04.28.23. Original post: 05.17.21
Top things to do in Minnesota: my summer staycation
Check out this video and wrap-up of how I spent my summer staycation in Minnesota – features some of the best things to do in the land of 10,000 lakes (there’s actually 11,842).
Exploring my own backyard: Things to do in Minnesota
Looking for the top things to do in Minnesota from a local’s perspective? The land of 10,000+ lakes offers something from everyone – from lake activities to shopping to waterfalls to lighthouses to sculpture gardens to hiking to biking to historical landmarks.
