Road Trip Stops for Outdoor Adventure

Minnesota is the Land of 10,000 Lakes, which makes it an obvious choice to visit for outdoor enthusiasts who love the water — but it’s also great for backpacking, camping, and biking.

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From the rocky and wild North Shore along Lake Superior to the rolling hills of the Driftless Region of southeastern Minnesota.

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Minnesota has a surprising variety of beautiful landscapes that’ll keep the most avid outdoorists busy for years.

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Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA)

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Ely

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North Shore Scenic Drive in Minnesota State Parks

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Voyageurs National Park

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Itasca State Park

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Epic 7-day Teton and Yellowstone Road Trip Itinerary

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