What to do in Central Minnesota, MN

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"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
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Sunrise on the lake. Nothing better than this to greet you in the morning on the cabin.
I spend many weekends up there. Very peaceful and the hiking has some amazing views.
Every winter these ice castles go up. Some fun tunnels and caverns to explore.

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St. Cloud is a City in Central Minnesota on the Mississippi River with a University

Downtown St Cloud

While visiting Downtown St Cloud, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theater and Mississippi River.

Downtown St Cloud
Mississippi River Fall Colors at Riverview Heights Park in Fridley Minnesota

Oak Grove

Travellers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Oak Grove
Forest-Covered Island in Lake Minnetonka: Aerial View on a Serene Summer Day

Greenwood

Greenwood is well liked for its theatres. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Excelsior Bay Books or Paisley Park.

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Hamel

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hamel and surrounding area, you can visit Rush Creek and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park.

Hamel
Evening view of the lake we stayed at for our couples trip

Downtown Park Rapids

While Downtown Park Rapids isn't home to many top sights, Red Bridge Park and Headwaters Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Park Rapids

 

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