15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

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Jeffers Petroglyphs, Comfrey, MN

The trails at the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site are not so much about the hike as the history. What makes this short loop one of the best in Minnesota is that it showcases the natural prairie…

The trails at the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site are not so much about the hike as the history.…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in Minnesota

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Carl’s Corner, Essig, MN

Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the best fried chicken in the state. And they’re probably not exaggerating. In a town with a…

Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the…

The 10 Best Breweries in Minnesota!

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Schell's Brewery, New Ulm, MN

It may be strange to think that the oldest and largest brewery in Minnesota makes some of the state’s best beers, but it does. It’s flagship Grain Belt lager, the go-to cheap brew for…

It may be strange to think that the oldest and largest brewery in Minnesota makes some of the…

The 8 Best Road Races in Minnesota!

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Mankato Marathon, Mankato, MN

Annualy in October, the Mankato Marathon starts and ends in downtown Mankato. With a few ups and downs along the way, the last portion of the race is largely downhill, descending to a flat course…

Annualy in October, the Mankato Marathon starts and ends in downtown Mankato. With a few ups and…

The 6 Best Places for Paint & Wine in Minnesota!

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Design & Wine, Mankato, MN

Design & Wine hosts public and private create and sip events throughout the Mankato area. One thing that makes sets them apart from other similar concepts is that the piece of art you take home…

Design & Wine hosts public and private create and sip events throughout the Mankato area. One…

The 8 Best Bars in Minnesota!

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Number 4 American Bar and Kitchen, Mankato, MN

Yes, Number 4 may well be the fanciest bar in Mankato, but it also exudes an air of cool that’s rare in Central Minnesota. On the other hand, that may just be the whiskey talking. And it…

Yes, Number 4 may well be the fanciest bar in Mankato, but it also exudes an air of cool…

10 Best Piercing Shops in Minnesota

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Cactus Tattoo and Body Piercing, Mankato, MN

A piercing might feel a tad more prickly than a cactus but the crew at Cactus Tattoo and Body Piercing will make it as painless as possible. This shop in Mankato is a trusted place where you can get…

A piercing might feel a tad more prickly than a cactus but the crew at Cactus Tattoo and Body…

10 Best Diners in Minnesota

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Happy Chef Restaurant, Mankato, MN

It might be called the Happy Chef Restaurant but this Mankato diner is full of happy customers too. How could you not be happy with a lineup of omelets, burgers, salads, and more?

It might be called the Happy Chef Restaurant but this Mankato diner is full of happy customers too.…

The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Minnesota!

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Mankato Farmers Market, Mankato, MN

From May through October, Mankato residents head to the east side of town (not far from Minnesota State) to feed their cravings fro fresh fruit and other produce. All goods are substantially grown or…

From May through October, Mankato residents head to the east side of town (not far from Minnesota…

The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota!

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The Loose Moose Saloon, Mankato, MN

You can let your hair down and your voice out two nights a week at the Loose Moose Saloon in downtown Mankato. The Loose Moose’s karaoke nights are Friday and Saturday, with alternating hosts,…

You can let your hair down and your voice out two nights a week at the Loose Moose Saloon in…

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