Banning State Park in Sandstone, Minn. features 17 miles of scenic hiking trails, the beautiful Kettle River and rapids for kayakers and paddlers, quarry ruins, rock climbing / bouldering, two waterfalls, and more.
A local’s guide to Afton State Park in Minnesota
Afton State Park is one of the best state parks in Minnesota. Set along the St. Croix River, it offers more than 20 miles of hiking trails in the summer and 12 miles of cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails in the winter.
How to hike all Minnesota state parks in a year
A local’s guide on how to plan and hike all 66 Minnesota state parks in a year. Features tips, things to consider, mileage between parks, and suggested day trips / road-trip itineraries.
