Visiting
Our area offers a variety of attractions, year-round recreational opportunities, shopping, dining, and lodging, making it the perfect place for a day trip, a weekend stay, or as a base to explore the northern Twin Cities, scenic St. Croix Valley, and Minnesota’s Lakes Region.
A quick glance at our Community Events Calendar shows that there’s always something happening here. Check out one of the state’s oldest and largest Fourth of July celebrations in Forest Lake, complete with a carnival, bingo tent, street vendors, a huge parade, spectacular fireworks and more.
In addition, the area also hosts outstanding farmers markets, arts and musical events, Taco Daze in Scandia, Linwood Family Fun Day, and Wyoming Stagecoach Days to name just a few.
Visitor Resources
General Visitor Information:
Public Parks, Trails and Lakes
- Forest Lake Parks & Trails
- Scandia Parks
- Columbus Parks
- Wyoming Parks
- Carlos Avery Wildlife Management Area (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)
- Hardwood Creek Wildlife Management Area (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)
- Area Lakes – Minnesota DNR Lakefinder
- Hardwood Creek Regional Bike Trail (Washington County)
