LAKE CITY, Minn. — The Castle family scoured Hok-Si-La Park’s rocky beach Monday, searching for colorful agates polished by waves that crashed against Lake Pepin’s shoreline.

Visitors can enjoy a breathtaking 1.3-mile hike to an overlook that offers stunning views of the 3,500-foot-tall Spencer Glacier as it rises above a pristine blue lake of the same name.

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Along the Great River Road, Minnesota beckons with Itasca's ancient forests and charming towns like Bemidji, home to the iconic Paul Bunyan statue and vibrant local culture.

Nearby Lake Pepin, a wide spot in the Mississippi, is perfect for sailing and watching bald eagles. Wisconsin has so many picture-perfect towns that look like they’re waiting for a film crew to arrive ...

Take a scenic forest hike and cool off at a sandy beach—all in one trip to Cacapon Resort State Park, a must-visit summer ...

Support for the paved path growing but it still faces hurdles, including what will likely be a steep price tag ...

While Bear Lake to Nymph Lake's round-trip distance (about 1.7 miles, per AllTrails) and elevation gain (298 feet, per AllTrails) are the most of any hike in the U.S. to make the study’s top 25 ...

A major figure in efforts to clean Lake Pepin and the Mississippi River of sediment is leaving the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, frustrated with the state's process for the cleanup.

Located in Castile, the Wyoming County park is home to three major waterfalls sourced from the Genesee River. Known as the "Grand Canyon of the East," visitors have 66 miles of hiking trails to ...

As it’s quite an easy hike, it should only take 45 minutes to an hour, so it is ideal if you haven’t got much time but want to tick one of the Crater Lake hikes off your list.