Minnesota is home to an abundance of natural resources - our incredible wealth of freshwater ranking number one for many. With more than 69,000 miles of river, nearly 12,000 lakes, and more ...

Another great location for hiking is the Glacial Lakes State Park, a 2.5-hour drive from Minneapolis, which has tracks that weave through prairielands and glacial hills. 2. Grab a paddle ...

According to that database, there are 11,842 in Minnesota. This places Minnesota in the No. 3 slot for states with the most lakes in the country, following Alaska and Wisconsin.

There are countless swimming lakes in the U.S., and one Minnesota lake officially now ranks among the very best.

Minnesota, the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," is a land of endless exploration and captivating experiences. From the tranquil beauty of its natural landscapes to its vibrant cultural scene, this state ...

The gently rolling topography of central Minnesota was created by glaciers retreating 10,000 years ago. The trail cuts across the border between Minnesota’s western tallgrass prairie and eastern ...

Minnesota, of course, has about 10,000 options for swimming in the summer, but lakes are lot bigger and deeper than pools. That makes them more dangerous.

Minnesota and Wisconsin are in contention. Minnesota is well known for being the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes.' Wisconsin is saying it has more.