hiking

Skip the same old trail and discover some of southeast Minnesota's most beautiful hikes.

You’re hiking through the woods and spot a tree with red paint. What does it really mean for your outdoor adventure?

Picture this: a cozy bar in Scandia where the burgers are legendary and the ambiance feels like home. Sounds like a perfect getaway, right?

Imagine stumbling upon a bear while hiking—what do you do next? The right reaction could mean the difference between a wild tale and a disaster.

You might not even notice it, but there is an entire color-coded system marking trees along the trails you hike in the woods.

With more hikers now hitting the trails in Minnesota, diligence is required.

Have you hiked Minnesota's most scenic trail?

Have you noticed more people doing this too?

This app can be very handy in the event of an emergency and in daily life.

Protect yourself from poison ivy year-round - even in the fall when its leaves change colors but remain toxic. Stay safe on trails!