Backroads of Minnesota: Your Guide to Scenic Getaways & Adventures

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Covering nearly all corners of the Gopher state–from the North Shore highway to the banks of the St. Croix; from the Iron Range to Blue Mounds State Park; from the Jeffers Petroglyphs to the forgotten corners of the Twin Cities, our local experts lead readers to more than 30 drives to the most scenic natural areas and sites that capture Minnesota’s colorful history.

Description

This new and updated edition of “Backroads of Minnesota “comes in a portable 6×9-inch size, making it easy to tote in your car and head out to a scenic destination in beautiful Minnesota. Have you driven the Gunflint and Arrowhead trails? Have you circled the whole of Mille Lacs? Have you gone birding on the western prairie? Have you wound around the Mississippi River bluffs south of Red Wing? Have you experienced the forgotten corners of the Twin Cities metro area? With this book, you will. “Backroads of Minnesota “takes you on thirty-one routes to all corners of the Land of Lakes, guiding you to stunning natural areas as well as sites that capture the state’s colorful history. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a weekend getaway, this essential guidebook leads you deep into the soul of Minnesota, beyond the common tourist attractions.

About the Author

Shawn Perich is the author of Voyageur Press’s Backroads of Minnesota, as well as The Shore, Fishing Lake Superior, and Fly-Fishing the North Country. He is a field editor and columnist for Minnesota Outdoor News. Gary Alan Nelson is the photographer of Voyageur Press’s Backroads of Minnesota. His images have been used by the Audubon Society, Backpacker, Country, National Geographic books, Outdoor Photographer, Outside, Reader’s Digest, and Sierra Club.

Details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Voyageur Press; Updated edition (March 28, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0760340668
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0760340660
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.35 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.75 x 9 inches

Additional information

Weight 1.1 lbs
Dimensions 8.9 × 6.0 × 0.9 in

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