Quarry Hill Nature Center

701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, MN

Quarry Hill Park was originally a part of the former Rochester State Hospital farm and was purchased from the state by the City of Rochester in 196... Read More

Eastwood Park

3500 BLK Hwy. 14 E, Rochester, MN

A.P. Anderson Park

101 Johnson Avenue, Red Wing, MN

A.P. Anderson Park has a variety of recreational facilities including softball fields, tennis courts, soccer fields, play structure, plenty of open... Read More

Barn Bluff Trail

, Red Wing, MN

This is a hike you’ll want to take at a slow pace due to its steady climb. Even with the elevation gain and several sets of steps, this hike is wor... Read More

Frontenac State Park

29223 County 28 Boulevard, Frontenac, MN

Located on the Mississippi River, Frontenac is a birdwatcher's paradise. It's one of the best spots in the country to view birds migrating in ... Read More

Carley State Park

19041 Hwy 74, Altura, MN

Beauty and quiet, that is the essence of Carley State Park. In the spring, delicate bluebells (Mertensia virginica), and other wildflowers car... Read More

Carleton College Cowling Arboretum

One North College Street, Northfield, MN

The Cowling Arboretum has a rich history, natural and restored habitat, and abundant species of plants and animals. Read More

Hampton Woods Wildlife Management Area

22000 Collier Ct, Hampton, MN

Hampton Woods WMAThis WMA is one of the largest and most diverse contiguous forested areas of southern Dakota County. The majority of the land is m... Read More

Whitewater State Park

19041 Highway 74, Altura, MN

Picturesque limestone bluffs and deep ravines make Whitewater a very popular southeastern state park. The 2,700 acre park is an angler's parad... Read More

Spring Lake Park Reserve - Schaar's Bluff Trail

8395 127th Street East, Hastings, MN

About Us: The Schaar’s Bluff Trailhead and picnic area provide a scenic overlook of the Mississippi River Valley as well as access to summer... Read More

Kinnickinnic State Park

W11983 820th Avenue, River Falls, WI

Blue trail (0.7 miles) This wooded trail connects the east half of the park with the west half. Access this trail from the parking lot near the win... Read More

Afton State Park

6959 Peller Avenue South, Hastings, MN

Grand oaks and delicate prairie flowers grace the rugged, rolling landscape of this park. Trails traverse remnant and restored prairies, wind ... Read More

Whitetail Woods Regional Park

17100 Station Trail, Farmington, MN

Dakota County’s newest park, 456-acre Whitetail Woods Regional Park, is located in Empire Township in the center of Dakota County, one mile n... Read More

Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park

21071 County 118, Preston, MN

Visit Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park to see natural wonders above and below ground. In the summer, beat the heat with a visit below ground. Ex... Read More

Wisconsin Great River Road

P.O. Box 143, Alma, WI

Enjoy history, bluff-top views, outstanding trails and charming river towns along the Wisconsin Great River Road Wisconsin's only designated Nation... Read More

Lebanon Hills Regional Park

860 Cliff Road, Eagan, MN

Lebanon Hills Regional Park is the largest park in the Dakota County park system. Containing almost 2,000 acres, the park offers miles of trails an... Read More

Root River - South Branch from Preston to Whalan

2-98 Center St SE, Preston, MN

Southeast Minnesota's Bluff Lands Trail System offers two unique trails. The Root River State Trail is a 43-mile, fully-paved multiple use trail th... Read More

Willow River State Park Campground

1034 County Highway A, Hudson, WI

Willow River State Park