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Comfortable fall weather is ideal for exploring Minnesota's great outdoors!

Head outside for adventures amidst bluebird skies enhanced by colorful fall leaves. For inspiration, this edition of Minnesota Outdoors brings you tips for spectacular fall drives and hikes, fast fall fishing action, and birding hot spots to experience the breath-taking sights and sounds of the fall migration.

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an image of stunning fall color at Chippewa National Forest
Stunning fall color at Chippewa National Forest

RAINBOW ROUTES: 10 FALL COLOR DRIVES IN MINNESOTA

Hit the road for an unforgettable drive through a rainbow of colorful fall foliage in Minnesota this autumn. Check out our list of some well-known favorites, and some lesser-known gems where you don't have to share the view with a crowd.

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an image of sandhill cranes flying through Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmerman
Sandhill cranes flying through Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmerman / Mark Nicholson

6 SPOTS FOR WATCHING THE FALL BIRD MIGRATION

Autumn offers some of Minnesota?s best bird watching, with mild temperatures, congregating flocks and vibrant forests enhancing bird hikes and road trips.

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an image of Sawmill Dome coated in lovely fall color
Vast views of Sawmill Dome coated in lovely fall color / Alyssa Hei

EXPLORE MINNESOTA?S SUPERIOR HIKING TRAIL

The scenic 310+ mile Superior Hiking Trail is perfect for hikes of all lengths and adventures of all sizes. Vast expanses of vivid fall color make hiking the Superior Hiking Trail even more memorable this time of year.

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DNR fall color map
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Fall colors are beginning to pop!
Click on the map for the most current fall color conditions.
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an image of a father and son fishing on a lake surrounded by fall color
Fishing on one of the many lakes located along the Lake Country Scenic Byway

FALL IS PRIME TIME FOR FISHING

With cooler weather, more active fish and a beautiful backdrop of changing leaves, fall is one of the best times of year to fish in Minnesota. Here's a guide to fall fishing in Minnesota's major regions.

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OUTDOOR EVENTS
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Ride the Ridges is a premier bicycle tour through one of Minnesota?s most scenic areas

RIDE THE RIDGES

Ride the Ridges is a premier bicycle tour through one of Minnesota?s most scenic areas filled with lush valleys, quiet streams, majestic bluffs, and the mighty Mississippi River. Choose from four routes. Well-stocked rest stops share local specialties including apples, lefse, and Bloedow?s donuts. Be sure to stop at the after-ride picnic for lunch, beverages, and music!

September 16, Winona

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an image of birders at Hawk Ridge

HAWK RIDGE WEEKEND
Sept. 15-17
Duluth

people biking on a trail through colorful woods

HEADWATERS 100 BIKE EVENT
Sept. 23
Park Rapids

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ELY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & NORTHERN LIGHTS 5K GLOW RUN
Sept. 23
Ely

an image of runners in the Twin Cities Marathon surrounded by colorful trees

MEDTRONIC TWIN CITIES MARATHON WEEKEND/HEALTH & FITNESS
EXPO
Sept. 29-Oct. 1
Minneapolis/St. Paul

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an image a kayak in water at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge

ANNUAL FALL WILDLIFE FESTIVAL
Sept. 30
Zimmerman

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TWIN CITIES
WALK FOR
WATER
Oct. 7
St. Paul

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MANKATO RIVER RAMBLE AT LAND OF MEMORIES PARK
Oct. 8
Mankato

a huge number of bike races at the Filthy 50 Race

FILTHY 50 ? UNSUPPORTED GRAVEL BICYCLE EVENT
Oct. 14
Lanesboro
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Photo of the Month
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This month's featured photo is by Jaclyn Erhardt
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Bird's-Foot Violet flowers / Kelly Povo
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