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This peaceful hike will take you back centuries.
Readers share their favorite hidden gems across the state, from restaurants to visit to things to do to places to stay.
Uncover some of the best things to do in Minnesota. Includes top sites, attractions, cities, national parks, state parks, activities, tours & more.
Enjoy one of Minnesota’s most visited destinations on this amazing 3-day road trip along the North Shore of Lake Superior.
Head to Minnesota's North Shore to visit Black Beach. Lined with stunning rock formations, this beach is unlike anywhere else in Minnesota!
Minneapolis Minnesota downtown skyline view from a little hole in the jump fence offda E. Franklin Avenue bridge that crosses over Interstate 35W I’m getting a few questions how this was done: I had my tripod setup for about 2 hours on the bridge. I took some pictures at dusk when it was still light out and then again later when it got dark and all the city lights turned on. This image is a composite of 2 pictures manipulated in Photoshop. The base picture was one of those shots taken at dusk using a 30 second long exposure to capture the car light streaks on the highway. To get that long shutter speed in dusky light, I used a Lee ‘Big Stopper’ 10 stop ND filter with ISO at 100 and an small Aperture of f/20 (shutter at 30 seconds). I took another 'night shot' without any filters later in the evening from that same spot to capture the buildings when the city lights were on. In Photoshop, I used the 30 second exposure 'dusk shot' as the base layer and then put the 'night shot' on top in a different Layer. I masked off everything except the buildings on the night shot Layer and changed the Layer Blend Mode to ‘Color Dodge’ – that mode will keep pixels if they are lighter than the layer below and will hide pixels if they are darker – the effect is like turning on all the lights of the city :) A muchas gracias out to Cousin Greg for watching my back in that rather spicy neighborhood and my apologies to that other photographer for hogging the fence hole for so long :O
If you're looking to be dazzled by the Northern Lights, head far north in Minnesota to the Gunflint Trail and prepare to be amazed!
Recently I was in Minnesota for a weekend and was able to do some amazing things while I was there. Granted, a weekend never feels long enough for me, but I loved my stay and…
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A travel guide for exploring all the good things to do in Minnesota
From waterfalls to lakeshores, open fields, and more, our state is positively stunning. Here are the most beautiful places in Minnesota.
You won’t even mind the cold.
Minnesota, nicknamed “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, “North Star State”, “The Gopher State”, “The State of Hockey”, offers some of the most beautiful and spectacular sights and places to visit! Just ... Read more
Explore Smaddy's 1812 photos on Flickr!
Fall in Northern Minnesota is one of the most beautiful places in the country. Don't believe me? Check out these amazing photos that I took this weekend!
Minnesota, nicknamed “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, “North Star State”, “The Gopher State”, “The State of Hockey”, offers some of the most beautiful and spectacular sights and places to visit! Just ... Read more
Words you'll only hear in Minnesota
These towns are downright magical.
Winter recreation such as skiing, snowshoeing, & more can be enjoyed all winter long. Another activity to enjoy is winter hiking.
It's a wild ride with an amazing view.
Winter in Minnesota is a truly magical time, and these amazing spots are positively jaw-dropping.
These towns are downright magical.
Explore Smaddy's 1812 photos on Flickr!
Fall in Northern Minnesota is one of the most beautiful places in the country. Don't believe me? Check out these amazing photos that I took this weekend!
With 2 million visitors each year, the Minnesota State Fair can get crowded! It's best to go in with a plan of what you want to see + do. Here's your guide!
The perfect Minnesota north shore road trip, with beautiful fall foliage, summertime lake views, and sunsets!
Minnesota, nicknamed “Land of 10,000 Lakes”, “North Star State”, “The Gopher State”, “The State of Hockey”, offers some of the most beautiful and spectacular sights and places to visit! Just ... Read more
It's a wild ride with an amazing view.
Taken from the look out on top of the mountain on the side of a cliff. Lutsen is on the north shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota.
Words you'll only hear in Minnesota
There's no excuse to stay in your PJs all day.
Are you looking for fun things to do in Minnesota? Then check out this list full of fun Minnesota towns & unique locations everyone will love!
Winter in Minnesota is a truly magical time, and these amazing spots are positively jaw-dropping.
For the most amazing views in Grand Marais, if not the North Shore, take the walk out to Artist's Point. Pair this with awesome food, drinks, and cute shops its a must stop.
