Fall color lovers are in for a treat the next few weeks - at, or near, peak color is being reported across the northern part of the state, with the eastern and southern part of the state seeing a quarter to halfway to full color.
Colors are most present at Maplewood State Park, Red River State Recreation Area, Moose Lake State Park, Itasca State Park, Old Mill State Park, and Lake Bronson State Park, officials say. In those areas, the leaves are at 10-25% peak color.
National Trails Day is June 3. Minnesota offers more than 1,300 miles of state trails. In advance of Memorial Day weekend, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is highlighting recreational opportunities at state parks, trails and recreation areas throughout Minnesota. The DNR’s summer activities guide is a great place to start planning a state parks