St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area Tours

Visit St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

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The St. Croix river reflects up onto the underside of the cliffs above. Hiking south from the boom cave between the cliffs and the river in the fall after the foliage has dropped. You can hike about three tenths of a mile to just below the scenic overlook before you hit a private property line. A short but fun hike with views you won't find elsewhere. Also, the tree in the upper left is growing straight upside down from the cliff above.

St. Croix State Park

You can take time to visit St. Croix State Park during your travels to Stillwater. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Waterfront on the St Croix River in Stillwater, MN. A beautiful, quaint and historic city 30 minutes north of Minneapolis! Antique shopping heaven and world class restaurants.

Lowell Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lowell Park, a lovely green space in Stillwater. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Willow River State Park

You can take time to visit Willow River State Park during your travels to Hudson. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum in Stillwater. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Warden's House Museum

Find out about the history of Stillwater with a stop at Warden's House Museum. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ice Castle

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Ice Castle as part of your trip to Stillwater. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.