- TripBuzz found 31 things to do with kids in or near Monticello, Minnesota, including 23 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Elk River, St. Cloud, Maple Grove and Andover.
- From River City Extreme to Moose-Sherritt Ice Arena, the Monticello area offers 74 different types of family activities, including: Nature & Wildlife Areas, Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters and National & State Parks.
- Monticello is located in central Minnesota on the banks of the Mississippi River. Outdoor recreation is the number one draw of the city with its many parks, extensive walking and hiking trails and river activities. Hundreds of swans nest along the river each year making for a beautiful natural experience to witness.
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A venue for community events, Rivers Edge Commons Park is enhanced by lush woods surrounding the iconic Mississippi River. The park boasts paved walkways, a performance pavilion and grassy areas for picnics and leisure.
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Organizing teams for children of all ages, Elk River Youth Hockey Office hosts games and tournaments at its ice rink. The center hosts a program that teaches children how to skate on the ice every year.
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9200 Quaday Avenue Northeast, Holiday Inn Minneapolis Northwest Elk River, Elk River, MN 55330
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Adjacent to the Holiday Inn, Wild Woods Water Park offers numerous slides, a log walk and lazy river for taking it easy and relaxing. The kids may also enjoy activities like basketball, a play land and a nearby snack bar where tasty treats and drinks are available for purchase.
11.4 Miles
The Elk River Cinema, owned by Marcus Theatres, operates 17 state-of-the-art screens to showcase first-run films. Amenities include digital projection and sound, stadium seating, UltraScreens, and premium dining experiences like dinner and a movie.
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Get the complete farming experience at the Oliver H. Kelley Farm. A perfect outing for school kids and youth groups, visitors can tour both the barn and farmhouse, and possibly even lend a hand with the animals or in the garden and kitchen.
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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.
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of racing karts, racing tracks, and kart racing leagues at ProKART Indoor Racing. The kart racing venue hosts private parties and corporate events and offers a kids racing school.
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Rush Creek is an 18-hole golf course. Aside from the golf course, they have facilities for dining, weddings, and other important occasions. Rush Creek has a clubhouse and a golf shop with the latest in golf fashion and equipment.
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12400 James Dean Parkway, Maple Grove, MN 55369
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The largest of the Three Rivers Parks, the Elm Creek Park Reserve has dog trails, hiking and horseback riding trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, swimming areas, and many other amenities on its 4,900 acres.
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Multiple nature trails make Fish Lake Regional Park a destination for walking, hiking and biking. There is rental equipment for paddle boarding, canoeing, paddle boats and kayaking. There is also a dog park for canine buddies.