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Road Trips & Scenic Byways

A view from high above Great River Road in Fall, with the lake to the right
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Great River Road in Fall / Visit Winona

Hit the Open Road

Ralph Waldo Emerson wasn't talking about Minnesota's scenic byways when he said, "It's not the destination, it's the journey," but he might as well have been. With so many breathtaking views and unique roadside attractions along the way, road trips on scenic byways will reward you with miles of memorable experiences. With 22 scenic byways stretching almost 3,000 miles across the state, all you have to do is pick one and go for a girls getaway, a fall color tour or no reason at all.

The "Palisade Head" rock cliff formation overlooking Lake Superior

The Palisade Head rock cliff overlooks Lake Superior from Tettegouche State Park / AMB-MD Photography - stock.adobe.com

North Shore Scenic Byway

A 154-mile stretch of road that skirts the Lake Superior shoreline’s dramatic limestone cliffs and forests, this scenic route has been designated an All-American Road. Highlights include panoramic lake views, a waterfall and a lighthouse.

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