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Creatures & Quirks

Creatures & Quirks

$65.00 CAD
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One trip is required per group.

* "PDF Instant Download" means the trip will be sent by email as a PDF document, and not by mail (the email is sent immediately after completing your purchase)

WHAT TO EXPECT

From towering sculptures and wild bison to waterfalls, eye-spy photo ops, and pints with peacocks, this adventure is as weird and wonderful as they come!

Trip Highlights

  • The quirkiest drive-thru art display
  • Easy waterfall trails
  • A bison "safari" through native pastures
  • European-style small town charm
  • "Can you spot?" games on each stop

AVAILABLE TO DEPART

Days of the week: Thursday through Sunday

Seasons: Any time of year

Not recommended: Monday-Wednesday, Holidays

PLEASE NOTE

Note that some trails may not be maintained or plowed during heavy snowfall.

Barista behind a counter making a cappuccino.
Food spread on a picnic table that includes hot dogs.
A tall waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.
Funky sculptures at a sculpture garden.
Woman taking a photo of tall red-leaved trees on a forest trail.

Itinerary

STOP 1

Swing by a local favorite for a great cup of coffee, then take a detour into a hidden sculpture garden filled with unexpected metal masterpieces. The drive time to the second stop is 15 minutes.

STOP 2

Stretch your legs at a scenic waterfall overlook, then take a self-guided “safari” tour in search of bison on the move. The drive time to the third stop is 25 minutes.

STOP 3

Take your pick: sip craft brews at Minnesota’s oldest brewery (home to deer and peacocks) or soak in panoramic views from a historic hilltop monument. The drive time to the fourth stop is 8 minutes.

STOP 4

End your day exploring a charming town brimming with old-world character, colorful murals, and delicious treats that feel like a bite-sized European getaway.

Region

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Can depart from

Minneapolis, MN Area, St. Paul, MN Area, Rochester, MN Area

Before you go

What You'll Need to Bring

  • Camera
  • Cash
  • Water
  • Road Trip Snacks
  • Walking Shoes
  • Binoculars

Additional Details

  • Kid-Friendly
  • Accessible

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We're here to help!

Please see the approximate round-trip driving distances for Minnesota below. Please note this just includes driving distances and not time spent at stops.

From Minneapolis, MN*:

4 hours and 10 minutes / 222 miles

From Rochester, MN*:

4 hours and 15 minutes / 240 miles

From St. Paul, MN*:

4 hours and 25 minutes / 241 miles

*We recommend booking an overnight hotel if the driving distance is greater than 4 hours round-trip.

This itinerary is best done from Thursday - Sunday, any time throughout the year.

We do not recommend traveling from Monday-Wednesday or on holidays. Note that some trails may not be maintained or plowed during heavy snowfall.

We recommend departing between 8:30 - 9:00 am. The later you leave, the less time you’ll have to explore all of the stops.

Unfortunately, this trip is not pet-friendly, and you’ll have to leave your furry friends at home for the day.

We recommend bringing 2 - 5 people on your surprise road trip adventure.

First Stop: No fee; our featured stop asks for optional donations.

Second Stop: One state park requires an entrance fee per vehicle ($).

Third Stop: One suggestion has an optional admission fee ($) per person. We’ve provided a free alternative.

Fourth Stop: No fee

*Please note: gas, tolls, and food may be additional costs at your own expense.

After booking your trip, we'll send you a confirmation email with a few recommended accommodation options.

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True to its name!

Saw so many different creatures (deer, peacocks, bison) and lots of quirky stuff too (like a truly off-the-beaten-path outdoor art gallery on stop #1). A great mix of activities and fun things that both me and my husband enjoyed!

This is such a fun trip! Thank you for leaving a review!

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Fun day!

We enjoyed a beautiful day weather wise. The first stop was a little awkward, as there is a private residence on site and not a busy stop. Wish we would have had more time at the last two stops or did the overnight. Beautiful scenery and fun to explore places I’d never been before.

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We're so glad that you had a great day on your road trip! It is always hard to fit everything in, but hopefully you can find time to visit the area again! Thank you for leaving a review. :)