Things To Do

St Croix River Crossing Loop Trail

This interstate trail crosses the St. Croix between Stillwater, MN and Houlton, WI. It can be used for walking or biking.

White Bear Lake

This is a pretty, small downtown area with a large lake. There are multiple walking trails here too, including the Mark Sather Trail (5.1 miles) along part of the lake.

Afton State Park

This is a beautiful state park on the St. Croix River, about 20 minutes south of Camrose Hill (30 minutes south of Stillwater and 17 minutes from Woodbury).

Interstate State Park

As the name suggests, this park is co-located on both the MN and WI sides of the St. Croix River, about 45 minutes north of Camrose Hill. We have enjoyed the WI side for hiking (I think the MN side is more canoeing), but you can stop in the town of Taylor's Falls for lunch/dinner/ice cream. Note: you will need cash to pay for a park pass!

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

This is slightly north and west of St. Paul, so about 30 minute drive from Stillwater/20 minutes from Woodbury.

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

This is the free outdoor sculpture garden with the famous cherry in a spoon sculpture.

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Art museum with free admission!

Franconia Sculpture Park

This is an outdoor sculpture park north of Stillwater.

St. Paul Saints Baseball Club

This is the minor league team that plays in downtown St. Paul. It is a fun, relaxed place to hang out in the summer.

Minnesota Twins

The Twins are playing a home game in Minneapolis this weekend (about 30 minutes from Stillwater, 15 minutes from Woodbury).

Minnesota United Soccer

St Paul Farmers Market

The Market At Malcolm Yards

This is a fun indoor/outdoor food hall with many restaurants and bars to choose from.

Minnesota Children's Museum

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

This is a bit of a drive from the Stillwater area (55 minutes) but it is a beautiful arboretum with miles of walking trails in diverse flora and fauna. You will need to book your tickets online ahead of time for $15.

Excelsior

This is a fun small town to visit on the giant Lake Minnetonka. It is a longer drive, about 53 minutes from Stillwater.