Winter Activities

Exporting 'winter'-- or a big part of it, anyway-- used to be a big business in Minnesota.

These eight state parks are incredibly worthwhile destinations during winter, even if it does mean you have to leave your cozy house.

As a kid, my family and I usually just skated on our aunt's pond, but if that's not an option for you, take some time and check out one of these fantastic Southern Minnesota ice rinks.

Last week, twelve teams from around the world gathered in Stillwater, Minnesota, to compete for the gold in the first World Snow Sculpting Championships.

The Christmas season is over, but that doesn't mean you can't still decorate your yard to honor the (often uncomfortable) freezing weather of January, and one Minnesotan decided to do just that in the most unique way possible.

Too bad I wasn't born with any artistic skills because I would love to create something as beautiful as these elaborate, breathtaking snow sculptures in Mankato.

Now that the holidays are behind us, we can focus on the next few months of winter headed our way. Here's how you can survive (and even enjoy) the winter season in Minnesota.

Ditch the cold, and head to one of these indoor waterparks for some winter family fun!

It's time to bust out those old ice skates and try this beautiful 810-foot long trail an hour from Faribault.

One of the only saving graces about the cold is the return of one of Minnesota's favorite winter activities: downhill skiing (and tubing). If you're planning on taking a skiing adventure this winter, head to one of these top-rated ski hills. They've been voted Minnesota's Best!