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North Central/Western Minnesota

The wide variety of natural scenery here appeals to travelers and makes for a range of things to see and do. Minnesota is a crossroads for three distinct environments -- the western plains and prairies, the northern coniferous forest and the eastern hardwood forest. These three lands meet in the northwest third of the state, where deep pine forests and wilderness lakes gradually give way to a tapestry of rich farmland to the west and rolling woods of aspen, birch and maple in the vacation lakes area to the south. It's a land with tales to tell -- of Vikings, voyageurs, Paul Bunyan, and Charles Lindbergh. But the real focus is its lakes, noted for their fine fishing. Its thriving cities and hundreds of resorts and campgrounds beckon today's explorers to discover this unique region of the country.

Northeast Minnesota

The beauty of the land is striking: the enticing shoreline of Lake Superior, the serene wilderness lakes of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, the expansive waters of Voyageurs National Park, the scenic St. Croix River rushing through tall, rocky cliffs. Pine and hardwoods of the Chippewa and Superior national forests blanket the rolling hills. They are home to moose, wolves, bears, deer, eagles, and loons. Small towns and a major city have grown up at the edge of these woods. The history here is the story of the Ojibwe Indians, French-Canadian voyageurs, miners, lumberman, and lighthouse keepers. For those who come to fish the waters and hike the trails, there are hundreds of lodges, resorts, and campgrounds. Like adventurers of long ago, today's explorers are moved by the spirit of this land.

1000 Grand Lakes
To be precise, there are actually more than 1,600 lakes splashed throughout this region of Minnesota, and they are the highlight of many vacations here. Fishing, swimming, waterskiing and boating are all top draws on the water, and the vast woods hold hiking trails and campgrounds.

Duluth
Crowning the tip of giant Lake Superior is Duluth, a contemporary city teeming with history and spirit. It's Minnesota's largest city outside of the Twin Cities area. With its lakeside setting and an incredible array of things to see and do, Duluth has become a popular place to get away for a few days of fun.
 

Twin Cities Metro Region

The vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul area is the entertainment and cultural center of the upper Midwest. The scenery of this attractive metropolis includes contemporary skylines, historic architecture, and greenways of parks, lakes and the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers.

Southern Minnesota

Wooded bluffs tower above the mighty Mississippi River to the east; to the west, patches of virgin prairie and a buffalo herd are remnants of the sea of grass that once covered the plains. Stone etchings and a pipestone quarry are part of the rich heritage of the American Indians who first explored this territory. The productive farms of the area trace their roots to humble sod homes and small fields carved out of the prairie. Dozens of historic sites and museums relay the stories of determined pioneers from Germany, Scandinavia and central Europe. The towns they founded are now noted for their historic architecture, antique shops, inns, and ethnic festivals. In the countryside there are bike trails, canoe rivers, and fishing lakes and streams. This land of quiet charm attracts travelers for peaceful getaways.