Afton State Park
More than 20 miles of trails criss-cross oak savannas and follow ravines cut deeper than 300 feet into the bluffs of the St. Croix River. This park provides hikers with serious trails, expansive river beaches, and myriad vist... trails.com
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Como Park is smaller than the Minnesota Zoo, but it's set in a lovely park with a historic merry-go-round (see Cafesjian's Carousel), a garden and greenhouse, a lake with paddleboat rentals and an old-time pavilion. Com... grandparents.com
Mississippi
Located within the Upper Mississippi River Valley between Minneapolis and St. Paul. Project lands are located within the Corps of Engineers Nine Foot Navigation Project. The Main channel provides excellent deep draft boat... recreation.gov
Crosby Farm / Hidden Falls Regional Parks
 Crosby Farm and Hidden Falls Regional Parks parallel the east bank of the mighty Mississippi River for five miles in southwest St. Paul. The river here retains much of its natural essence, so as you walk alo... wildlifeviewingareas.com
Minnesota Historical Society
Inside this spectacular building you?ll find an interactive museum with changing exhibits & special events, a library and archives.Major Exhibits? Minnesota?s Greatest Generation: the Depression, the War, the Boom? ... exploreminnesota.com
Twin Cities Southeast, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Though Minnesota seems relatively young in terms of settlement, more than three hundred years have passed since explorers of the 1600s made the turn at the confluence of the St. Croix River near Hastings and paddled up the Mi... trails.com
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area
In the middle of a bustling urban setting, this 72 mile river park offers quiet stretches for fishing, boating and canoeing. Other spots are excellent for birdwatching, bicycling and hiking. And there are plenty of visito... recreation.gov
Vadnais/snail Lakes Regional Park
When you visit this site, north of St. Paul, there is a series of lakes and wetlands where you have an excellent chance of seeing birds of the woods and wetlands. Vadnais and Sucker Lakes are deep lakes and are ... wildlifeviewingareas.com
Mississippi River - Pool 2
Located within the Upper Mississippi River Valley between St. Paul and Hastings, MN. Project lands are located within the Corps of Engineers Nine Foot Navigation Project. The Main channel provides excellent deep draft boa... recreation.gov
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
You and your grandchild can canoe, hike, and walk the dog through the prairies, wetlands, and forests of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is home to many species of mammals (deer, beavers, and d... grandparents.com
Gibbs Museum Of Pioneer & Dakotah Life
Take a horse-drawn buggy back in time to the 1870s at this living history site. Pioneers Henry and Jane Gibbs inhabited the original &quo;soddy&quo; from which the current farmhouse evolved. Visitors learn about Minnesota's r... 10best.com
Twin Cities Northwest, Minneapolis, Minnesota
This 'close-in' townhome in Eden Prairie is on the end of a very quiet cul-de-sac, right up against a wonderful 'northwoods' setting. You feel like you are well away from the world. All views in this home look in... vacationhomerentals.com
Carlos Avery Wma
The Carlos Avery Wildlife Management Area encompasses more than 23,000 acres, representing the largest public land tract in the seven-county metro area. The land, once owned by the Crex Carpet Company, was manag... wildlifeviewingareas.com
Lamprey Pass Wildlife Management Area
Just a stone?s throw from the I-35 freeway, you?ll find a special parcel of land known as Lamprey Pass Wildlife Management Area (WMA). While today urban sprawl is encroaching, this area is the site of the oldest... wildlifeviewingareas.com
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Mississippi River - St. Anthony Falls Pool
Represents the head of navigation for the Corps of Engineers Nine Foot Navigation Project and is located in downtown Minneapolis. The USAF Visitor Center is located at the Upper Lock and is open to the public year around.... recreation.gov