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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoor Lovers

November 10, 2023November 10, 2023
"Twin Cities Outdoors presents 2023 Holiday Gift Guide" with images of scattered Christmas decor and gifts along the bottom

These Minneapolis/Saint Paul (and vicinity) independent outdoor businesses have something for every outdoor lover on your gift list! While we appreciate all the Twin Cities’ outdoor businesses that support human-powered …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

7 Super Local Trails along the St Croix River

December 20, 2023October 10, 2023
overlooking the St Croix River with peak fall colors

The St. Croix River is one of eastern Minnesota’s most beautiful natural features. And the river valley has many beautiful hiking and biking trails. This 169-mile river forms part of …

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Categories Beyond the Cities Outdoor Rec, Washington County Outdoor Rec

Biking in Battle Creek Regional Park

December 20, 2023June 28, 2023
bike next to a giant cottonwood Battle Creek Regional Park East

Maplewood/Saint Paul—Ramsey County • No fee Battle Creek Regional Park offers both paved trail biking and some great mountain biking. Plenty of hills, plenty of woods and pretty Battle Creek, …

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Categories Ramsey County Outdoor Rec

Bike Our Twin Cities’ Rail-Trails

December 20, 2023April 12, 2023
woman bikes on a paved trail with a city skyline in the background

“Rail-trails” are multi-use trails built on former railroad beds. Here in the Twin Cities, we have an entire network of rail-trails that are popular for biking, hiking and other activities. …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

Favorite Local Fall Color Trails

December 20, 2023October 18, 2022
woman on footbridge looking at bright red and yellow trees in fall

When asked what their favorite fall color trail is in the Twin Cities metro, several readers put in their vote, along with some photos. Minnesota is so beautiful in autumn. …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

Outdoors Clubs & Groups in the Twin Cities

December 20, 2023August 9, 2022
group of bicyclers ready for a ride

Are you the kind of person who would get outside more if you could meet up with others? If you are, there are many local options for you, no matter …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

8 Best Bike Trails in the Twin Cities: Readers’ Picks

December 20, 2023June 6, 2022
bikers on the gateway trail, pine point regional park

We surveyed our Twin Cities Outdoors’ newsletter and Facebook readers to get their top picks for the best bike trails in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul metro area. We’re blessed to have …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

10 Reasons Why You Should Meet at the Park instead of the Coffee Shop

December 20, 2023December 15, 2021
two women biking on a paved trail in the woods

Where’s the best place to meet friends? Here are 10 reasons why you should meet at a local park or trail instead of the local coffee shop. If you’re reading …

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Categories Outdoor Lifestyle

Bike Rentals Options in the Twin Cities

December 20, 2023November 2, 2021
rental bikes

The Minneapolis/Saint Paul metro is loaded with bike trails, and there are many options for bike rentals for both residents and visitors.

Categories Gear Reviews, Local Outdoor Businesses

Biking Hastings’ 10-Mile Scenic Circuit

December 20, 2023September 1, 2021
biking hastings' 10-mile Scenic Circuit

Hastings/Washington County • E-bike rentals available at trailhead I love to bike, but many times would like to go farther than what my endurance allows. I would also like to …

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Categories Dakota County Outdoor Rec, Washington County Outdoor Rec
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