A small, hidden gem of a state park situated within just under 400 acres of breathtaking hardwood forests and scenic wetland scapes, Monson Lake State Park offers an ideal retreat for folks looking to enjoy nature’s bounty without an overwhelming amount of people around. Read on to learn all there is to know about visiting …

Minnesota is home to 67 state parks totaling over 267,000 acres of protected land. Some of these parks are vast expanses of rolling wilderness and clear waters extending hundreds of miles. The smallest of all Minnesota state parks is Franz Jevne State Park. Even though it’s tiny, Franz Jevne should be on your camping destination …

Greenleaf Lake State Recreation Area, a 385-acre tract of public land just south of the central Minnesota communities of Darwin and Litchfield, is a no-frills, day-use-only park. Still, it offers opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, and picnicking, and it would be a nice day trip into nature from Minneapolis, 90 minutes to the east, or …

Are you looking for a Minnesota getaway where you’ll never be bored? There’s one place that has something for everyone you need to know about. Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area in Ironton is chock full of fun activities. There are even more things to do than in other state parks, and you’re sure to have …

One of Minnesota’s most beautiful spots is undoubtedly George H. Crosby Manitou State Park. Located in Finland along the Manitou River and the North Shore of Lake Superior, there are endless things to love about this park. If you want a rugged experience away from the crowds, make sure you plan a getaway here. Follow …

Indoor gardening is one of the most beloved hobbies. From caring for exotic houseplants to starting seeds and growing indoor herbs, there’s a reason it’s so popular. If the plant lover in your life has a special day approaching, you may be wondering what to get them, especially if you live in a place like …

Mille Lacs Kathio State Park is a beautiful spot where history and nature collide in a special way. Home to almost 20 archeological sites, this state park is among the most important historic sites in all of Minnesota. And it’s all less than 100 miles from Minneapolis! There are many things to see and do …

More than 200 years ago, Europeans traversed the site of this Minnesota state park. Before then, these lands were traveled by the Dakota and other Native American tribes of the area. Now called Savanna Portage State Park, this land is open to all and offers over 15,000 acres of land to those willing to explore …

Beauty, relaxation, and lots more await at Father Hennepin State Park! This beloved state park and its surrounding area boasts a bevy of scenery and recreation for folks of all ages to enjoy. Read on to learn all you need to know before you plan a visit to Father Hennepin State Park! How to Get …

If you need time in nature to block out all of the chaos of everyday life, few places are more peaceful and serene than Cascade River State Park. On the north shore of Lake Superior, this park has it all. There are well-kept campsites, beautiful hiking trails, plenty of nature all around you, and most …