Boundary Waters: Eagle Mountain
Tag the highest peak in Minnesota on this 6.6-mile hike, which courses under a coniferous forest and past a glacial lake with nice backcountry campsites.
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Minneapolis: Pike Island LoopCatch the light rail to this loop to see the confluence of two rivers and circle a lush island in the heart of the Twin Cities.
St. Paul, MN: Swede Hollow-Bruce Vento Nature TourHike or bike this 2.9-mile sampler of St. Paul's Bruce Vento Regional Trail. Easy access paths are perfect for families and for sampling the city's recent restoration efforts.
Minneapolis, MN: Afton State ParkFrom bluffs to beaches to a bluebird trail, this 3.5-mile lollipop loop samples Afton State Park and the shores of the federally-designated wild and scenic St. Croix River. |
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Minnesota Valley Trail - Louisville Swamp UnitBeautiful sunny day, started out around 39 degrees and was in the upper 40's at the end. Saw bald eagles, ducks, geese, beaver ponds and wild turkeys. Very nice walk! |
Top 3: Better in WinterWhat off season? Bundle up and reap the benefits of colder weather in these snowy playgrounds. Local Hikes in the Central U.S. — March 2013Snag a dozen great winter trips, including a texas Hill Country overnight, a Lake Superior snowshoe, and a hike to Apostle islands ice caves. Trail Mix: Great November Hikes in the Central U.S.Your region's go-now guide: Perfect days in Indianapolis, Minneapolis, and Tulsa. |
Burn After ReadingEmpty White Mountain summits. Tourist-free Yellowstone geysers. Rarely hiked Yosemite ridges. Rangers, guidebook writers, outfitters, and ultra-hikers dish their favorite routes for the first time. |
Editors' Choice Snow Award 2012: Sierra Designs Tov and L.L. Bean Ultralite 850Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter explains the new innovations in down insulation technology |
Editors' Choice Snow Award 2012: Vasque Snow Junkie UD BootsStaff Photographer Ben Fullerton reviews the lightweight Snow Junkie boots from Vasque |
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