Willow River State Park Tours

Photo by Cari Larson
Photo by Cari Larson
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Photo by Justin Schlee
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Photo by Katie Schlee
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Photo by Kari Cadwell
Keep an eye out for wildlife while you explore the trails of Willow River State Park. That's when you're not being wowed by the gorgeous landscapes!

This Hudson protected natural landscape is an ideal spot to start your day of sightseeing. There's lots to see and do in the area, like Ice Castle, Lowell Park, and Splat Tag Paintball Park. Take your time at Willow River State Park before heading to these other fine attractions.

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Hilton Minneapolis

Hilton Minneapolis

4 out of 5
Downtown Minneapolis
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Price was $446, price is now $273 per person
$273
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Dec 5 - Dec 8
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Washington (DCA) to Minneapolis (MSP)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
Friendly staff, really easy to get late checkout

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown

Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Minneapolis
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Price was $523, price is now $367 per person
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Dec 5 - Dec 8
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Washington (DCA) to Minneapolis (MSP)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
Conveniently located near US Bank Stadium, our true destination. Very clean and modern. We did not use any of the facilities.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

3 out of 5
East Bloomington
Price was $428, price is now $303 per person
$303
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Dec 5 - Dec 8
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Washington (DCA) to Minneapolis (MSP)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,953 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and the rooms are clean. And it is 5 to 7 minutes walk to Mall of America.

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

Popular places to visit

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.

Lowell Park
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.

St. Croix State Park

Splat Tag Paintball Park

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

Splat Tag Paintball Park

Hudson Dog Park

After visiting Hudson Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hudson. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Hudson Dog Park

Pitchfork Brewing

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

Pitchfork Brewing

Brown's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Brown's Beach during your trip to North Hudson? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Brown's Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Willow River State Park

LivINN Hotel St. Paul – I-94 – East 3M Area

LivINN Hotel St. Paul – I-94 – East 3M Area

2.5 out of 5
285 Century Ave N, Maplewood, MN
LivINN Hotel St. Paul – I-94 – East 3M Area
The Saint Paul Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel

4 out of 5
350 Market St, St. Paul, MN
The Saint Paul Hotel
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

4 out of 5
11 Kellogg Blvd E, St. Paul, MN
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
enVision Hotel St. Paul South

enVision Hotel St. Paul South

3.5 out of 5
701 Concord Street S, South St. Paul, MN
enVision Hotel St. Paul South
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown

3 out of 5
175 10th St E, St. Paul, MN
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Fitz Apartments Downtown St Paul

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Fitz Apartments Downtown St Paul

3.5 out of 5
77 9th Street East, St. Paul, MN
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Fitz Apartments Downtown St Paul
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
180 Kellogg Boulevard East, St. Paul, MN
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
175 7th Street W, St. Paul, MN
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
Celeste of St Paul

Celeste of St Paul

3 out of 5
26 Exchange Street E, St. Paul, MN
Celeste of St Paul
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