Explore Twin Cities Outdoors [Paperback]

The Best of Minneapolis and St. Paul

The Twin Cities are famous for their urban-meets-rural blend of locations, making Minneapolis and St. Paul unique outdoor destinations. Whether youre a resident or are visiting from out of town, to fully experience everything the Minnesota cities have to offer, you need to get outside.Explore Twin Cities Outdoorsoffers the details you need to easily find 20 of the areas top outdoor locations and a wide variety of activities, including trails in a nature sanctuary, wildflower garden, state parks, and more. Along with hiking and biking, youll find thrilling sites for pursuits that require a bit more adrenaline, such as archery, horseback riding, and paddling. The full-color guides pocket-sized format is great for a backpack or back pocket, and every site description includes directions, contact information, and other important details. Written by Kate Havelin, an award-winning local author and a lifelong hiking enthusiast, this is your guide to enjoying the Twin Cities in the best possible way: outdoors!

TheExplore Outdoorspocket guides take a city-specific approach to guiding readers to top outdoor locations. Each 4.25 x 7.5 guide features 20 destinations in or near the city that are perfect for activities like hiking, biking, and paddling, as well as more adventurous options like rafting and ziplining. Every site includes a full-color photo and a short write-up that supplies essential information, from trail length and difficulty to address, hours, and fees. A foldout map shows where each site is located in the city. Plus, the local authors pair destinations with best for suggestions, so dog lovers and plant enthusiasts know exactly where to go. The spiral-bound books are pocket-sized, so they fit perfectly in a backpack, back pocket, or glovebox. Priced under $10, theExplore Outdoorspocket guides are 26 pages long and printed on durable, tear-resistant paper.

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