Free & Cheap Things to Do in Forest Lake, MN

  • The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Forest Lake, Minnesota, including 84 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and National & State Parks.
  • From Lake Side Park to Forest Lake 5 Theatre, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Forest Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Stillwater, Minneapolis and Hudson.
  • The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Forest Lake, Minnesota, including 84 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and National & State Parks.
  • From Lake Side Park to Forest Lake 5 Theatre, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Forest Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Stillwater, Minneapolis and Hudson.
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37.5 Miles
95% 21 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 17076 293rd Ave, Prairie's Edge Wildlife Drive, Zimmerman, MN 55339 MoreLess Info
Covering 30,700 acres, the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge is the home to many species of migratory birds and other species of wildlife. Fishing is permitted in designated areas, while hunting is only permitted for smaller preys.
37.5 Miles
70% 10 votes
Family Fun Center 12425 River Ridge Blvd, Burnsville, MN 55337 MoreLess Info
Grand Slam Sports & Entertainment Center is a family entertainment center that offers over 30,000 square feet of games. Grand Slam features mini golf, batting cages, laser tag, bumper cars, and a trampoline park.
37.6 Miles
90% 48 votes
Waterfalls Hastings, MN MoreLess Info
Located in an urban setting, the Vermillion Falls has a total height of 35 feet. There are picnic tables in the area, as well as trails leading to it.
37.6 Miles
74% 19 votes
Skating Rinks 201 South River Ridge Circle, Burnsville, MN MoreLess Info
Skateville is a family-owned business that has Minnesota's only maple rotunda skating floor. Skateville offers a surface of over 14,000 square feet for rollerskating and inline skating. They specialize in group events and offer arcade games.
37.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Beaches 14593-14741 Point Douglas Dr S, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Point Douglas Beach is a recreational park that features a fishing pier, a picnic area, public restrooms, and a swimming beach. The park also has grills beside the picnic tables.
37.7 Miles
90% 10 votes
Arts Centers 12600 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337 MoreLess Info
The Ames Center is a performing arts venue that features 2 theaters, one an intimate 150 seat theater and the other a 1,014 seat proscenium stage. The center is also home to a 2,000 square foot art gallery.
37.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 411 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
The Underground Art Gallery is a local gallery featuring numerous works from a variety of local and nationally renowned artists. Paintings, jewelry, and pottery are among the many items on display available for purchase.
37.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 1355 S Frontage Road, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy a fitness and aquatics center at the YMCA - Hastings. This YMCA offers swimming lessons, exercise classes, youth programs, and personal training, and also features a sauna and whirlpool.
37.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1325 S Frontage Road, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a 9 screen movie theatre that features stadium seating at Hastings Theatre. The theatre has a game room and is available to host birthday parties and other special events.
38.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
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Venue 13

Music Venue 3120 W Hwy 13, Burnsville, MN 55337 MoreLess Info
Venue 13 is a music venue along with a bar and restaurant. Besides live music on their stage or patio they also offer a number of nights and specials, including happy hour every day and bar bingo.
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