Minnesota Scenic Byways
[3] Apple Blossom Drive Scenic Byway is a 19-mile (31 km) route in southeastern Minnesota that runs from La Crescent to U.S. Highway 61 north of Donehower.
[6] Glacial Ridge Trail Scenic Byway is a 220-mile (350 km) route in central Minnesota with several loops and spurs.
The byway begins in downtown Minneapolis and follows the Mississippi River to the city's southern edge before looping along its western and northern borders.
It connects downtown attractions, numerous parks and historic sites, and the city's Chain of Lakes.
Along the way, the road passes through twenty of the state's counties and several of its major cities, including both Minneapolis and St.
The byway begins in Grand Marais and passes through Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Many recreational opportunities exist along the road, including lakes with fishing and canoe access, hiking trails, and campsites.
[13] Lake Country Scenic Byway is a three-legged 88-mile (142 km) route in north central Minnesota.
The route passes many of Minnesota's lakes and provides birdwatching opportunities through access to the Pine to Prairie Birding Trail and Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge.
Attractions along the byway include Father Hennepin State Park, Mille Lacs Kathio State Park, views of the lake and Mille Lacs National Wildlife Refuge, and several historic sites.
The byway links seven of Minnesota's state parks, Split Rock Lighthouse, historic sites related to the fishing and fur trading industries, and the Superior Hiking Trail.
[18] Paul Bunyan National Scenic Byway is a 54-mile (87 km) route through central Minnesota.
The byway provides scenic views, birdwatching at Hawk Ridge, and access to mountain biking and hiking paths.
Passing through a sparsely populated area, the byway provides scenic forest views and access to hawk watching and boating sites.
The western section of the byway, between North Dakota and Warroad follows the Pine to Prairie Birding Trail, which features birdwatching opportunities.
