State Field Guide

Step into another era at The Landing in Shakopee, a living history museum that transports you straight back to 19th-century Minnesota. With its collection of restored buildings, costumed interpreters, and…

Nestled inside Glendalough State Park, the Hallaway Hill Trail might just be one of Minnesota’s best-kept secrets. It’s a short, quiet hike that ends with a showstopping view — the…

Nestled along a sweeping bend in the Mississippi River, the town of Wabasha offers some of the most beautiful river views — and eagle sightings — in all of Minnesota.…

Far up north in the town of Soudan lies one of Minnesota’s most fascinating — and surprising — state parks: Soudan Underground Mine State Park. What looks like a quiet…

Just off Highway 169 in the small town of Jordan sits a place that’s part candy store, part time machine, and 100% Minnesota magic. Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store is a…

Tucked alongside the Mississippi River near Winona, John A. Latsch State Park offers a short, steep hike that rewards adventurers with one of the most jaw-dropping views in southeastern Minnesota.…

In the heart of Red Wing’s historic downtown, the Sheldon Theatre continues to shine as one of Minnesota’s most treasured performance venues. Originally opened in 1904, this beautifully restored theater…

Hidden in the quiet town of Blackduck in northern Minnesota, The Lost 40 Restaurant may look like a simple log cabin from the outside — but inside, it’s a cozy,…

Along the banks of the Minnesota River, the town of Granite Falls quietly charms visitors with its quirky personality, small-town warmth, and a few surprises you won’t find anywhere else.…

Tucked away in the tiny town of Shafer, just an hour northeast of the Twin Cities, Franconia Sculpture Park is one of the most delightfully unexpected destinations in Minnesota. Sprawling…