The Best Things to do near Taylors Falls, MN

The land of the lakes is a fun place to explore! Outdoor recreation and adventures abound! We’ve made a list of some of our favorite attractions, as well as some that are popular with newcomers to our neck of the woods. We hope that you enjoy the beautiful world around you.


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Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours

Learn the Area’s History while Enjoying a Cruise on the Scenic St. Croix River.

220 South St
Taylors Falls, MN 55084

(651) 465-6315

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Taylors Falls Canoe & Kayak Rental

All equipment provided for a wonderful day on the water

Located In the MN Interstate Park

307 Milltown Rd
Taylors Falls, MN 55084

(651) 465-1080

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Wild Mountain Summer Recreation

Waterslides, Alpine Slides, Go-Karts, Lazy River, Kiddie Park, FreefallXP (Experience)

37200 Wild Mountain Rd
Taylors Falls, MN 55084

(651) 465-6365

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Fawn-Doe-Rosa

2131 US Hwy 8
St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
715-483-3772

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Franconia Sculpture

Located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley, Franconia Sculpture Park is a nonprofit arts organization operating a 43-acre outdoor sculpture park, active artist residency, and community arts programming.

29836 St. Croix Trail
Shafer, Minnesota 55074

(612) 257-6668

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W.H.C. Folsom House Museum

Historic Home of Lumber Magnate W.H.C. Folsom built in 1855.

272 W Government St
Taylors Falls, MN 55084

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St. Croix Artbarn

The St. Croix Center For The Arts or "The ArtBarn", as it is lovingly called, is housed on 6.5 acres of beautiful landscape and at the heart of it our cherished 110 year-old barn. Our historic barn houses a 150-seat theatre, a rental gallery for artists, and a meeting/lobby space.

Established in 1993, the artists who created the St. Croix Center for the Arts, recognized the need for shared art resources in the river valley. Since then, The St. Croix Center for the Arts, or St. Croix ArtBarn, has been serving Osceola, and the surrounding communities with art classes, community theatre, rental space, gallery space, music, and special events. 


1040 Oak Ridge Drive, Osceola, WI 54020
715-294-2787

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Farmaste Animal Sanctuary

At Farmaste Animal Sanctuary we believe that all animals have inherent worth, and that farm animals are not an exception to that rule. We rescue abused, neglected and unwanted farm animals and bring them to our 30-acre farm in Lindstrom, MN. There they are allowed to roam in the pastures, and live out their days free from cruelty. Farmaste Animal Sanctuary also provides opportunities for people to connect with the animals and hear their stories through our scheduled tours and volunteer opportunities.

Lindstrom, MN 55045

(651) 400-0097

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Panola Valley Gardens

Gorgeous Gardens, Fountains, and a Beautiful Covered Pavilion. Teas, Luncheons and Event Center.

26026 Olinda Trail
Lindstrom, MN 55045

(651) 257-6072

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Chisago Lakes Golf Course

Beautiful 18 Hole Course

12975 292nd St
Lindstrom, MN 55045

(651) 257-1484

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Festival Theatre

Year round professional entertainment in theatre and music with arts education and more.

125 N Washington St
St Croix Falls, WI 54024

(715) 483-3387

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Swedish Barn Quilt Trail

Follow the trail of large, colorful quilt squares on buildings along the Highway 8 corridor from Chisago City to Taylors Falls.

Farmers Markets


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Chisago City Farmers Market

Fridays - 2 - 6pm July – September

Fridays 2-6 PM, from July through September

10656 Railroad Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013

(651) 257-4162

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Almelund Farmers Market

Fridays 3-6 Early June – Labor Day

Rod’s Country Corner
Parking Lot 37455, Park Trail
Center City, MN 55012

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St. Croix Falls Farmers Market

Saturdays - Saturdays, May-October, 10AM-1PM | SCF Public Library Plaza | St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 230 S Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024

612-718-5281

St. Croix Falls Public Library Plaza
Saturdays, May-October, 10AM-1PM

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Pea Pickin' Flea Market

1977 US-8, St Croix Falls, WI 54024

Music Events


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Twilight Cruises

Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours

Before departure, guests can delight in wine samples from Winehaven Winery. Onboard, enjoy a short narration of the beautiful St. Croix River before enjoying a live music performance by area favorite,  CharlieO* while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the St Croix River.

Select Saturday evenings in July,  August & September

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Music Festivals

St. Croix Valley RiverBoat Music Festival

Presented by Genius of Fun Events, Music on the Overlook, St Croix Falls Tourism and Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours - www.geniousoffun.com

3 Full Days of Great local Music on the St. Croix River! May 31, June 1 & 2nd, 2024 - Enjoy a private concert onboard an authentic paddlewheel riverboat cruising through the scenic Dalles of the St. Croix River Valley. Each date will feature a different artist, seats are limited, and tickets are affordable, so book your trips(s) now before seats are sold out! Fall Music Festival Dates and Artists will be announced soon!

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Elvis

Absolutely Elvis by Todd Anderson

Friday June 14, 2024 & September 6, 2024

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Harmony in the Park

Wednesdays,  early June  to early August

Lions Park Band Shell (next to City Hall)

13292 Sylvan Ave., Lindström, MN 55045


For directions, click HERE.

Events & Food Vendors: Starts at 6:30pm
Main Event Band: Starts at 7pm


The concerts are FREE to the public and are family-friendly.  Bring a lawn chair and come and check out these talented musicians! 

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Music on the Overlook

Fridays


St Croix Falls, WI - Severson Memorial Overlook Park June - August


Friday Evenings @ 6:30 PM during the summer.

Orchards, Vineyards, Winerys & Breweries


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Pleasant Valley Orchard

Address: 17325 Pleasant Valley Rd, Shafer, MN 55074

Phone: (651) 257-9159

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Winehaven Winery

Address: 10020 Deer Garden Ln, Chisago City, MN 55013

Hours:  Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM

Phone: (651) 257-1017

Parks & Trails


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Swedish Immigrant Trail

Enjoy this beautiful, multi-use trail. Segments complete in Chisago City, Lindstrom and Shafer. You can get on the Swedish Immigrant Trail right from the campground!

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Allemansratt Park

Nature Trails, Camping.

31316 N Olinda Trail
Lindstrom, MN 55045

(651) 257-0620

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Beach Park

This is a 3-acre park located on South Lindstrom Lake, at the West end of Newell Avenue (South and West of the Karl & Kristina statute). It features a sand swimming beach, a daytime only boat dock, a fishing pier, pavilion, picnic tables, grills, sand volleyball, play structure with handicap transfer stations and swings. The Park provides wintertime access for ice fishing. Paved paths and parking are handicap accessible.


South Lindstrom Lake

Lindstrom , MN 55045

(651) 257-0620

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Chisago Lakes Water Trail

13 miles of paddling on 10 Lakes. Chisago City, Lindstrom and Center City Lakes.


(651) 257-0620

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Interstate State Park MN

Nature Trails, Camping, Boating on the St. Croix River.

307 Milltown Road


Taylors Falls, MN 55084


(651) 465-5711

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Interstate State Park WI

Scenic park on the St. Croix River with gorges, hiking trails & exhibits about the Ice Age glaciers. Service options: Picnic tables available · Playground swings available · Has barbecue grill



Address: 1275 WI-35, St Croix Falls, WI 54024


(715) 483-3747

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Wild River State Park

Trails, Picnic Shelters, Boat Launch, Camping and Cabins. Enjoy the many smaller parks in the area with playgrounds, picnic tables and other amenities.


39797 Park Trail
Center City, MN 55012


(651) 583-2125

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Wm O'Brien State Park

William O'Brien State Park is a 1,520-acre state park of Minnesota, USA, along the St. Croix River. Its hiking trails traverse rolling glacial moraine, riparian zones, restored oak savanna, wooded areas and bogs. Wikipedia


16821 O Brien Trail N, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047


(651) 539-4980

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St Croix National Scenic Riverway

The Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway is a federally protected system of riverways located in eastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. It protects 252 miles of river, including the St. Croix River, and the Namekagon River, as well as adjacent land along the rivers. Wikipedia


Visitor Center: 401 N Hamilton St, St Croix Falls, WI 54024


(715) 483-2274

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Taylors Falls Lions Park

Trails, Boat Landing, Picnic Tables.


Chisago St (County Rd 16)
Taylors Falls, MN 55084


(651) 465-5133

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Lions Park - St. Croix Falls, WI

Children’s play equipment, public boat launch the for St. Croix River.


Hwy 87 North
St. Croix Falls, WI

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