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Pipestone Is the Quiet Small Town Next Door to Pipestone National Monument

By: Trent Jonas

Pipestone sits just outside Pipestone National Monument in Minnesota, a quieter alternative to the busier gateway towns. Here's why it's worth the stay.

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Pipestone is the quiet small town next door to Pipestone National Monument

By: Trent Jonas

Next time you're exploring western Minnesota, you'll definitely want to include this small town near Pipestone National Monument on your list of destinations.

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This Underrated Stop Between Madison and Eau Claire Is a Must-See

By: Trent Jonas

Necedah NWR sits unassumingly between Madison and Eau Claire, Wisconsin, a wildlife refuge most pass by. It's worth the detour.

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This Historic Train Ride in Minnesota Is a Day Trip Worth Taking

By: Trent Jonas

Osceola and St. Croix Valley Scenic Railway carries riders along the Minnesota bluffs. Here's what to know before you book.

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You Don't Need the Coast: 12 Inland Beaches With Real Sand and Blue Water

By: Trent Jonas

You don't need the coast for a tropical vibe. Discover the 12 best inland beaches in the US, featuring real sand and crystal-clear blue water.

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12 Inland US Beaches That Will Make You Forget All About the Ocean

By: Trent Jonas

Many Lake Michigan beaches are said to rival those of the Caribbean, but outside these examples, folks tend to scoff when told that other inland beaches rival those found on the coasts.

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This Wisconsin Diner’s Hot Roast Beef Tastes Like Your Grandmother Made It

By: Trent Jonas

Keys Cafe Bakery and Bar in Hudson, Wisconsin, has been making its hot roast beef sandwich from scratch since 1973. Here’s what to order and when to go.

This Wisconsin Diner's Hot Roast Beef Tastes Like Your Grandmother Made It

By: Trent Jonas

The hot roast beef sandwich, or beef commercial as it's sometimes called, is a Midwest staple, and few places do it better than one of the best diners in Wisconsin: Keys Cafe Bakery and Bar in Hudson.

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Locals Save This Minnesota State Park for One Week Every October

By: Trent Jonas

Beaver Creek Valley State Park in Minnesota hits peak fall color in mid-October. Here’s where to hike and how to time your visit.

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Locals save this Minnesota state park for one week every October

By: Trent Jonas

When the fall colors start to pop, folks from all over the state head for the many fantastic state parks in Minnesota. Most head Up North in mid-to-late September.