Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area

Easy hike.

I hiked the 4-mile hiking club trail. It was easy and the trail was well-marked. Part of the trail is along the water, some is in open prairie, and the rest is in the woods.

Easy hike.

I hiked the 4-mile hiking club trail. It was easy and the trail was well-marked. Part of the trail is along the water, some is in open prairie, and the rest is in the woods.

A lack of beautiful moments

When I think of Minnesota State Parks, I think of a series of beautiful moments. Rounding a corner and getting that breathtaking view or an unexpected treasure. But this park lacked moments. The M...

A lack of beautiful moments

When I think of Minnesota State Parks, I think of a series of beautiful moments. Rounding a corner and getting that breathtaking view or an unexpected treasure. But this park lacked moments. The M...

Great Trails for Hiking Biking and Horses

A very scenic portion of Minnesota River frontage with great earthen trails for hikng, biking, and even for horseback riding. Fall colors are incredible and having the water close by just adds to the...