- The list below includes 16 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Cloud, Minnesota, including 25 different types of inexpensive activities like Gardens, Parks, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
- From Munsinger Gardens to Clemens Gardens, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Cloud and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monticello and Zimmerman.
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From wellness screenings to activity classes, St Cloud YMCA offers its members a variety of fitness options at its facilities. Visitors can join a swim team or an aquatic fitness class at the aquatics center.
20.1 Miles
Lake Maria State Park offers hiking, backpacking, and cross-country skiing. They have a boardwalk winding through a marsh which is good for strolling. This park is home to the Blandings turtle which is one of Minnesota's threatened species.
23.1 Miles
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17076 293rd Ave, Prairie's Edge Wildlife Drive, Zimmerman, MN 55339
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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.
25.0 Miles
Also known as Swan Park, Mississippi Drive Park is home to Trumpeter Swans during the colder winter months. The park is located along a river and is mainly used to view the swans, which are fed daily.
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505 Walnut St, Ste 4, Monticello, MN 55362
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At Monticello Community Center, there are a several amenities, such as pools, water slides, and climbing walls open to the community. The facility also has an indoor playground and fitness center.
25.0 Miles
Most known for its campground facilities, River Terrace Park offers many amenities and opportunities for outdoor fun. This includes a convenient camp store, laundry facilities, hot showers and flush toilets.
25.3 Miles
Hosting a variety of entertainment options, River City Extreme offers regular and cosmic bowling in their many lanes. In addition to pizza and burgers, the venue also serves steak dinners.
25.5 Miles
Home of the widest movie screen in the state, Monticello Theater features a variety of fun and entertaining movies. Along with recent movie releases, the theater often shows classics and family-friendly films.
25.5 Miles
An ice rink, the Moose-Sherritt Ice Arena hosts adult and youth hockey leagues as well as open skating times. The facility also offers a variety of lessons, camps, and instructional clinics.
25.9 Miles
Open seasonally on weekends, Osowski's Flea Market & Orchard features 130 tables for vendors in its outdoor area. The market also features an indoor dining area with a variety of foods and beer on tap.