In late June, 2025, I took my first plane rides since before the pandemic to visit my friend Byron Bradley who had escaped the Palm Springs heat for the summer. One of the highlights of my trip what our visit to Minnehaha State Park, featured in this episode of Outinerary®.
Plus, I preview the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association’s (IGLTA) Global Convention taking place in Palm Springs, California, October 21-25 (more info at www.igltaconvention.org).
Outinerary® “Spotlights out of this world travel while being out IN this world.”
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Minnehaha Falls: The centerpiece of the park is a majestic waterfall on Minnehaha Creek. Visitors can admire the cascade from an overlook above or walk down a staircase for a view from below.
- Historical landmarks: The park has several historically significant features, including a Victorian-era train depot (the Minnehaha Princess Station), the John H. Stevens House, and a replica of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s home in Massachusetts.
- Gardens and nature trails: The park features several beautiful gardens, including the Pergola Garden and the Longfellow Gardens. Trails run along the creek, with some extending to the Mississippi River.
- Recreation: Visitors can enjoy activities like disc golf, a wading pool and playground, and biking. Bike rentals are available for exploring the park’s scenic paths.
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Sea Salt Eatery: A seasonal restaurant is located near the falls, offering seafood and outdoor seating from April to October.
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Minnehaha Dog Park: A popular off-leash park near the Mississippi River allows dogs to play and swim.
- Annual events: The park hosts the Minnehaha Falls Art Fair every July, featuring local artists, food trucks, and live music.
- Location: The park is situated on Minnehaha Creek near its confluence with the Mississippi River in Minneapolis.
- Accessibility: It is conveniently located near downtown Minneapolis, downtown St. Paul, and the Mall of America.
- Parking: Both paid and free parking options are available for visitors.
- Longfellow’s poem: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s famous poem, The Song of Hiawatha, helped popularize the falls in the 19th century, even though he never visited the site.
- Park establishment: The City of Minneapolis purchased the land and established the park in 1889.
- National recognition: The park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1969 as the Minnehaha Historic District.
This summary is composed by ChatGPT with appropriate links included.
For more information, visit:
https://parksandtrails.org/local-regional-parks/minnehaha/
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