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Explore Minnesota Outdoors

Minnesota offers 418 trails, 80 parks, and 9392 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 191 easy, 189 moderate, 29 difficult, and 9 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 325 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 44472 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Voyageurs National Park, Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, and Chippewa National Forest. Among the trails hikers return to: Superior Hiking Trail, Superior Hiking Trail (Entire Route), and Soo Line Trail Southern Route.

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Find a weekend basecamp

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Book a campsite

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Parks Worth Exploring

From iconic public lands to lesser-known local favorites.

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Campgrounds in Minnesota

Easy-to-compare options for tent, RV, and cabin stays.

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More Popular Trails

Strong options people open most often when researching Minnesota.

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Start Planning Minnesota in 10 Minutes

Use this page as your launch point, then dive deeper with focused lists and details. We index 1,599 verified outdoor options across the state.

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