19 Best Places To Cool Off In Central Minnesota
We re heading into one of the hottest weekends of the summer and you re definitely going to be looking for ways to cool off. You re in luck. We ve got a list of local splash pads, wading pools and beaches that ll get the job done. All you need to do is make sure to bring the sunblock, a towel and your bathing suit. Check out our list of places to cool off below! (These places are in random order and not ranked from best to worst)
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1. Quarry Park and Nature Preserve in Waite Park: This is a popular swimming destination in central Minnesota. They ve got two quarries that are open to the public for swimming. Quarry #2 is 116 feet deep and Quarry #11 is 20 feet deep with a sandy beach for lounging. Keep in mind, there are no lifeguards on duty. Swimming is free, but you do have to pay for a parking pass if you park your vehicle in the lot.
Win Prizes For Eating At Local MN Ice Cream Shops This Summer
Explore Minnesota is encouraging people to check out local ice cream shops this summer through The Minnesota Scoop program. (Wait, did someone say ice cream? I m in.)
Get your Scoop punch card when you visit one of Minnesota s 43 local ice cream shops on the map. Once you get your card punched at six locations you re eligible to win prizes!
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This sounds like the best summer bucket list ever. Prizes up for grabs include a Minnesota travel prize package, a t-shirt and other weekly giveaways throughout the summer. But, the real prize is all the ice cream you get to enjoy in your pursuits.
Baseball is back in action at the Rock Pile, and we're here for it! If you plan on attending Friday, June 4th's St. Cloud Rox home opener, you're in good company. Here's everything you need to know before you go to the game!
St. Michael Cinema 15 announced that they'll be hosting a free outdoor concert on Thursday, June 3rd to kickoff their live music season. Guests are invited to the free open house event to check out the new amphitheater called Summerfield.