Minnesota’s prairies, hardwood and pine forests, lakes and wetlands provide diverse habitats for more than 420 documented bird species. Here you’ll find one of the largest populations of bald eagles and loons in the country. Among the favorites to watch: Sandhill cranes, prairie chickens, trumpeter swans, indigo buntings, rose-breasted grosbeaks, hawks, owls and migrating warblers. Without a doubt, a popular destination for both avid birders and casual wildlife watchers.
There's nowhere else on earth like it.
The 62 specially designated Hiking Club trails showcase some of the best scenery to be found in Minnesota State Parks.
Situated within Superior National Forest in northeastern Minnesota, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is a vast preserve of lakes and woods that stretches for about 100 miles along the U.S. border with Canada.
One of Minnesota's newer scenic routes and best-kept secrets links Lake Superior to Iron Range mining towns rich with heritage. Be prepared for wilderness in between.
Minnesota has some unique opportunities to see some very special birds in the winter.
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See list: Dudley's Favorite natural wonders in Minnesota