1. The Jay Cooke State Park or Lake Superior State Parks This nature park is situated approximately 10 miles in the southwestern part of Duluth. You can try your luck by trying to capture photos of the following animal species: 46 mammal species (including black bears, Timberwolves and coyotes) 173 bird species 16 reptile species that are non – poisonous.

2. Super Hiking Trail (SHT) Do you enjoy mountain climbing as much as you love photography? If you do, then the SHT is for you. If you are up to it, you can enjoy the 244 – mile trail alongside the Lake Superior. While enjoying the hike, you can take snapshots of the lake and some breath taking sights of the trail itself.

3. Voyageurs National Park The name came from the initial French – Canadian tourists who frequent this place via canoes. This national park boasts of 30 or so lakes that are adorned with approximately 1000 islands. Boating, canoeing and fishing are among the activities you can enjoy. Of course, on the way, you can take snapshots of the islands as a souvenir of your trip.

4. Minnehaha (Laughing) Falls This unassuming waterfall can be found in the southeastern part of Minneapolis. However, the Minnehaha Falls is not the only attraction that is “photo” worthy. Tourists and locals alike, have found themselves posing beside the statues of Hiawatha and Minnehaha. Both of which are famous because of Longfellow’s “Song of Hiawatha”.

5. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory If you are looking for a haven in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city, the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory can be your best bet. The park is not only a sanctuary to big cats, other mammals and birds but in its midst, you can also find a Japanese garden where you can take photographs of manicured Zen garden and bonsais.

Minnesota has much to offer to campers as there are many lakes and varied terrain within the borders of the state. The best choice for camping is the northern part of the state offering camping along Lake Superior. The north shore drive along Lake Superior is one of the greatest in the United States, especially during the autumn. Along this route you can find a couple state parks which have hiking trails, wolf interpretive centers and kayaking available. In case you are keen on fishing then you can choose one of the 10,000 lakes in the state.

The lakes are spread across Minnesota and there are also some recreational areas. Minnesota camping is best in these areas for the reason that today there are large state parks in addition to private campgrounds. Federal camping grounds are also available there. Even though most of these recreational areas are located in the northern part of the state, the southern part has a lot to offer as well. We are talking about trout streams and high river bluffs. In the southern portion of Minnesota there are two state parks offering rock climbing and cliff diving into the St Croix River. Hiking trails are also a possibility. There are also many festivals organized in the quaint river towns in this area.

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) is the most popular Minnesota camping. There are no motorized vehicles, boats included in BWCA as they are against the rules. Of course, there are many drop off points where you can leave your supplies and enjoy a canoe ride and camp in this area. Within BWCA you will find many maps showing where the pit toilets, campfire rings and picnic tables are located. As far as supplies are concerned, you will get only what you bring with yourself. I suppose everyone had understood that this type of camping is not for the novice campers. Even though there are many portages to make, the magnificent beauty of the woods and lakes is surely worth the effort.

Close to the metropolitan area you can also find some campgrounds. Did you know that Minneapolis means city of lakes? This type of camping in the state of Minnesota offers a night under the stars and a very active day of the city life. Whether you prefer one type of camping or another, it makes no difference. Id you are a camper than you just have to visit Minnesota. There is no way you will regret Minnesota camping.