Photos courtesy of Visit Greater St. Cloud
Summer in Minnesota goes by fast, so don’t waste a single spare moment of it indoors. Soak up the sun, head to the water, and give yourself a break to enjoy some truly #OnlyinMN moments in Greater St. Cloud this summer.
Downtown St. Cloud is a bustling center for shopping, dining, and much more, including a public artwork hunt. Search the downtown streets for murals, sculptures, and statues for all the selfie-worthy shots. Check out the interactive map here, and start planning your route. Make sure to take a break for lunch on the patio at one of the many great bars and restaurants downtown. Pro-tip: head down to Fifth Ave., where the entire road is shut down for the summer to allow for expanded outdoor dining.
Speaking of patios, don’t waste any time eating indoors this summer either. Check out this list of Greater St. Cloud area must-see patios. From tiki bars to lakeside dining, the Greater St. Cloud area has many scenic, fresh-air options for dining and drinks.
What could be better than dining in the sun? Perhaps a round of golf and a drink outdoors at one of these local golf courses. From urban to exclusive, St. Cloud has a range of golfing experiences to enjoy. Beginners are always welcome—don’t fear if you’re over par, because even an imperfect day of golf beats a day indoors.
In the evening, check out St. Cloud’s Events Calendar for all kind of ideas for fun and safe things going on in the Greater St. Cloud Area. Grab some food and cheer on the local baseball team at a St. Cloud ROX game. Head down to Lake George on Wednesday nights for Summertime by George, a free outdoor music concert held June 23 – September 1. Or catch even more live music on Thursday nights at the all-new Sauk Rapids amphitheater for Rock the Riverside starting on July 1. From yoga classes to town festivals to auto racing, there is an outdoor event for everyone in Greater St. Cloud this summer.
If you’re looking for other new and exciting options, these unique outdoor activities in Greater St. Cloud are sure to show you something new. From yoga on a paddleboard to cliff jumping, and rhino feedings to horseback riding, fuel your adventurous side with these awesome experiences in Greater St. Cloud.
This summer, Greater St. Cloud has all the outdoor fun you need to give yourself a break. Start planning your fun, safe, and exciting St. Cloud getaway now.
