- TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Elk River, Minnesota, including 35 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monticello, Andover, Maple Grove and Wayzata.
- From Wild Woods Water Park to Rivers Edge Commons Park, the Elk River area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Water Parks, Movie Theaters and Farms & Ranches.
- Nestled between the Elk and Mississippi Rivers, Elk River, Minnesota is located less than 40 miles north of Minneapolis and the state's capital, Saint Paul. A part of Sherburne County, Elk River is approximately forty square miles with a population over 20,000. This city is speckled with forests and hills, as well as modern amenities. This city has a small town feel with a big city perspective.
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Minnesota History Center is an interactive museum with both permanent and changing exhibits. The Center hosts concerts, lectures, family days and other special events throughout the year and is also home to the Minnesota Historical Society library and archives.
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Erected by railroad magnate James J. Hill, the James J. Hill Mansion is an imposing stone structure in Saint Paul. It covers 36,500 square feet, has 13 bathrooms and 5 floors. It also contains a pipe organ.
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Riverside Park features a playground, picnic area with grills and a firepit, splash pad, tennis courts, paths and trails. The park includes a pavilion which is popular for hosting large or small events.
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Located along the Mississippi River, the Beaver Islands Trail is used for hiking, jogging, and biking. The trail goes north to south, but contains alternate routes that loop around so people can finish at the starting point.
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615 N 5th Street, Cannon Falls, MN 55009
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Cannon Falls Canoe & Bike Rental is a rental company that supports activities such as rafting, biking, kayaking, and canoeing. The company has used equipment for sale and is situated nearby the Cannon Valley Bike Trail.
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Shoppers come to Saint Paul's Grand Avenue in droves, attracted by its numerous shops, restaurants, coffee houses and other establishments. Grand Avenue is one of the most important commercial districts in Minnesota.
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The oldest surviving theater in St. Paul, the Fitzgerald Theater hosts A Prairie Home Companion. The 1,000 seat theater also hosts other events, including live comedy shows and musical acts.
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St. Croix River runs through Afton State Park, and offers wildlife viewing opportunities on foot, or by canoe or kayak. Explore the river via a boating excursion, or make stops at historical sites and apple orchards, or one of two downhill ski areas in winter.
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2100 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, MN 55109
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As a recreational center, Maplewood Community Center offers a variety of classes and activities for the residents of its city. In addition to a gym, the facilities include a sport shop, racquetball court, pool, and theater.
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Kids and adults enjoy visiting the Minnesota Children's Museum in Saint Paul. The Museum invites children to play, explore, touch, smell, manipulate and otherwise participate in each exhibit. It is particularly popular with toddlers and very young children.