Autumn Paradise in MinnesotaVisit Minnesota When Fall Scenery
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Minnesota is an autumn paradise. The autumn scenery throughout the state is a delight for Minnesota visitors and residents. These fall color pages will show you where you can find fall leaf colors, take a fall color cruise and where to drive for your own fall color tour.
There is no doubt that autumn is the best time for beautiful weather in Minnesota. Our autumn temperatures often last into late November and, at times, even into December.
From late September to early October is the best time to travel across the state to enjoy autumn scenery. As you feast the fall autumn colors, you will find late-season discounts, fewer tourists and no mosquitos.
You will need to book early if you want to reserve a hotel in Duluth or other North Shore "hot spots" like Two Harbors and Grand Marais.
As the fall color show moves south, so do the visitors to Minnesota's autumn scenery extravaganza. You will fine fall festivals and celebrations of autumn in almost every community.
To follow the progression of the season, you can check out the fall color guide. Find fall leaf color reports for all areas of the state.
Get out on the river to see Minnesota's autumn paradise. The Padleford Packet Boat Company offers fall color tours in September and October.
The tours on the Mississippi River begin and end in St. Paul.
Taylors Falls scenic fall color boat tours on the St. Croix river also offer breathtaking views of fall leaf color.
Other great fall drives might include the Lake City area with time spent hiking in Frontenac State Park and a visit to one of the area's famous apple orchards.
Watch Ely Minnesota's tongue-in cheek fall leaf coloring video
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