With all the lakes and rivers in Minnesota, it should come as no surprise that amazing waterfront spots are plentiful across the state. From restaurants to hiking spots, here is a sampling of the fantastic waterfront places that you'll want to revisit again and again!
1. Duluth's Downtown Lakewalk is iconic and a fan favorite waterfront spot for sure!
2. Sandcastle on the beach at Lake Nokomis has award-winning lakefront views and killer food!
3. Nicollet Island has quiet river views in the middle of a crowded city. It's the perfect place to relax and take in the beauty of Minneapolis.
4. Excelsior Bay on Lake Minnetonka is beautiful and a wonderful place to spend a day!
5. Mill Ruins Park in Minneapolis offers phenomenal views of the Mississippi and the Stone Arch Bridge over it!
6. The views from Shovel Point on the North Shore are absolutely stunning!
7. On beautiful Lake Calhoun, Tin Fish is easily one of the best waterfront dining establishments in the state!
8. The waterfront views of St. Paul on the Mississippi River from Harriet Island can't be beat, especially at night!
9. The Dalles of the St. Croix offer spectacular views of the cliffs and river below.
10. Glensheen Estate is not only an amazing historic place to visit, but it has the most amazing waterfront views of Lake Superior.
11. Nosh Restaurant & Bar in Lake City has unbeatable lakefront views.
12. A Minnesota classic, Lutsen Resort on the North Shore of Lake Superior has every type of lodging imaginable and it is so beautiful!
13. The Historic Water Street Inn, The Grille and Charlie's Irish Pub in Stillwater has the best waterfront views in one of MN's favorite small towns!
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What other waterfront spots would you add to the list?
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