Location: Balsam Lake
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What to do and see in Balsam Lake, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Balsam Lake is a village in, and the county seat of, Polk County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 1,009 at the 2010 census. The village is located within the Town of Balsam Lake.
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1. Interstate State Park
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4.5 based on 158 reviews
This unique park is located in both Minnesota and Wisconsin and offers camping, hiking, swimming, kayaking, canoeing and rock climbing.
Reviewed By Mindy A - Eagan, Minnesota
This was a great afternoon trip with teenagers. Very interesting and lots of climbing, up very well marked paths and steps. Hand rails for safety and help up and down the stone steps. Pot holes were fascinating.
2. Interstate State Park- Wisconsin
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By manmountain13 - Bloomington, Minnesota
The rocky gorge is very scenic and I enjoy the area but it is worth noting that the cliffs don't go very far. If you take the boat ride you will notice how the cliffs disappear quickly and give way to flat forest and grass, then there is another small dalles just south of there and not much else. It reminds me of Wisconsin Dells. It's a nice area but you shouldn't expect it to rival some of the more scenic places in Minnesota like the North Shore or Lake Pepin. It's also very dangerous.
3. Luck Golf Course
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By OutofLuck - Luck, Wisconsin
Don't let the yardage trick you into thinking it is an easy course. It can be challenging, even on short par 4s and 5s. And it is a very pretty course. I've been playing this course for 30 years and I've lived on the course (hole 12) for 11 years. Did I mention it is a great bargain?
4. Trollhaugen Outdoor Recreation
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5 based on 59 reviews
Trollhaugen is a family owned ski area located 50 miles Northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Trollhaugen has 23 trails, 3 chair lifts, 3 terrain parks (accessible by rope tow), and 3 rope tow beginner hills. Trollhaugen also offers tubing on the weekends and holidays. Trollhaugen also operates zip lines and a high ropes challenge course during the spring/summer/fall.
Reviewed By Anne H
I took my four grandchildren (22,10,10 and 8) midday on a Friday in August. And I harnessed up too--I'm >70. Our group orientation was with 3 others and overall the course was big enough to not feel crowded or rushed. The experience was a blast!...MoreThis is fantastic! Appreciate you taking the time to outline your experience. It could definitely answer a lot of questions new adventurers might have. Thanks for coming out! Skol!
5. Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours
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4.5 based on 154 reviews
We offer Daily Excursions 7 days a week from early May to Mid October. Times vary so, please visit the website. We also offer evening dinner cruises and the boats are available to charter for a private event. Please ignore the hours below as Trip Advisor does not allow us to alter our hours. We are open 7 days a week from the 1st weekend in May thru Mid October. Our hours vary during the year. Please call or check our website for details.
Reviewed By BagLady69Nd - ND
A few years ago we visited Taylors Falls and hoped to do the Scenic Boat Tour. At the time, the government was in 'shutdown mode' and since the Corps of Engineers manages the river activity, no boat tours were running. So with the beautiful fall weather, we decided to try again. We booked our tickets online which was a smooth process. The day could not have been more perfect. The temp was in the high 60s to low 70s with a slight breeze. The river was higher than usual so we boarded the paddle wheel in the Interstate Park area which provided us an opportunity to see that beautiful area as well since we arrived 30 minutes or so before the tour. Even though it was mid-October, the foliage was very colorful. Ryan was an excellent captain providing us with a very smooth ride. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and gave some interesting facts about the region. I also liked that he didn't talk the entire time, only when he had specific landmarks to point out. A ver relaxing, beautiful day to be on The Princess and in Taylors Falls.
6. Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park
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4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Mary M - Minneapolis, Minnesota
If your child is into animals, this is a must see!
We had our daughters 8th birthday at Fawn Doe Rosa, and the staff (*Tammi) and attention we got was extremely positive! I would recommend visiting, great little park! and very very clean for all the animals they have!
7. St Croix National Scenic Riverway
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By TryppAdams - Minneapolis, Minnesota
We canoed down the St. Croix from sunrise landing to St. Croix Falls, Lions Park. It's not the most exciting stretch of the St. Croix River but it's still beautiful. Campsites were easy to find out of sunrise landing but as we approached St. Croix Falls things were pretty full where boats could pass. Thankfully we found the last campsite on the Wisconsin side before Lions Park which is right on the Ice Age Trail.
8. Dancing Dragonfly Winery
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4 based on 108 reviews
Dancing Dragonfly Winery believes in close family and friends, lively conversation and great tasting wine. We have a commitment to producing fine wine from Midwest and California fruit that have a natural balance, characteristic flavor, and a hint of elegance. We are a destination winery located on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border, just an hour from Minneapolis/St. Paul. Join us and start your own tradition.
Reviewed By Dawn W - Osceola, Wisconsin
Great atmosphere with friendly, knowledgeable staff. There are also offerings throughout the year such as music, grape stomping, comedians, paint and sip to name a few. I was not a wine drinker in any way shape or form. After going several times for wine tasting with friends, I am now a member. There is a lot of room for sitting, including an outdoor patio overlooking part of the vineyard.
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