Whether you're looking for a leisurely ride or a challenging journey, Minnesota has a trail or park to fit your ambitions. Here's the state's official 2011 biking guide, in partnership with Explore Minnesota Tourism.

Use these listings to access 200 city magazines, nation-wide, to help plan your trip. They’ll give you the same knowledgeable guidance Minnesota Monthly provides for the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

You’ll also find city and regional magazines in Canada and Mexico, making your guide to North America complete.

You’ve waited all winter for a hard-earned vacation, now go ahead and take some time off!

One of Minnesota’s top vacation destinations, tourists choose Brainerd for its beautiful lakes, world-class recreation, and exceptional lodging and events.

Take in the beautiful Minnesota snowscape on more than 100 cross-country trails statewide.

Then try your hand at dogsledding, snoeshowing, or sign up for lessons. Seeing the beauty of a snow-covered area that is otherwise not accessible is truly magical.

Our detailed maps will help guide you through downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis, their skyway systems, plus the Light Rail route and parts of the surrounding metro.

Visit exploreminnesota.com for a wealth of information and assistance in planning your next Minnesota getaway.

Soon the leaves will paint the landscape in hues of yellow, red, brown, and orange and seasonal fare like roast pumpkin, squash soup, and apple pie will appear on menus across town. It’s the autumn season; and it’s road trip time.

The Midwest in autumn is known for magnificent colors, refreshingly brisk air, plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities, late night bonfires and delicious crops of apples, pumpkins, carrots and corn.

Why not seize the season with a fabulous getaway before the first snowstorm hits? Here are a few suggestions for an all-day trek or a weekend retreat.
 

We live in a region of the country where there’s never a shortage of fun ways to spend a chilly winter day. Shake off those winter blahs and try a new winter activity (snowshoeing is fun) or plan a weekend getaway to a nearby lodge. Embrace the cold season and before you know it, you’ll be sad to see the snow go.

Whether your perfect summer day includes a trip to the waterpark, relaxing at a lakeside lodge, touring a historic site, or staying active by walking, rolling, peddling or paddling, don’t leave home without our helpful summer guide.

See why the world's largest freshwater lake is the perfect place for your next weekend getaway or week-long vacation.

From camping on balmy summer nights to exciting ice fishing contests on frozen Mille Lacs Lake, here is a must-do insider’s guide to the ten best outdoor adventures in the area.