5 Incredible Minnesota State Parks for Hiking
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Minnesota has 75 state parks and recreation areas where you'll find stunning views and hiking trails of all difficulty and mobility levels. With so many paths to tread, it can be challenging to know where to start. Here are five incredible trails to introduce you to these wild spaces.
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Lake Shetek State Park
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Buffalo River State Park
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Buffalo River State Park
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Lake Shetek State Park
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Gooseberry Falls State Park
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Old Mill State Park
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