Anoka-Ramsey Community College Travel Information (Coon Rapids, MN)

A Historical and Cultural Getaway within the Twin Cities: There's no Place Like Home Today Minneapolis and St. Paul are affectionately known as the “Twin Cities,” but situated, for the most part, on the opposite banks of the Mississippi River, they are anything but the same. Although ... Minneapolis, MN

A Recreational Getaway within the Twin Cities: Make a Day of It There are more than twenty-two lakes within the Twin Cities proper, tens of miles of river flowing through them, and about 200 parks. The park system in each dates back over a century and remains a pr... Minneapolis, MN

Bunker Hills Rustic Loop Campground Bunker Hills Regional Park lies just beyond the last of the suburbs of the metropolitan Twin Cities, north side (including the Anoka area), and the ever-expanding open country to the north. Bunker Hil... Andover, MN

Lake Minnetonka Loop Lake Minnetonka, the largest lake in the Twin Cities, is beloved of wealthy residents, boaters, and nature lovers alike. A 40-mile circle tour of Minnetonka’s beauty spots and historic towns, with sid... Wayzata, MN

Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota The license plates—“Land of 10,000 Lakes”—are misleading. The number of lakes is actually closer to 15,000. Throw the Mississippi River into the equation, and you can see how the preponderance of wate... Minneapolis, MN

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Coon Rapids Dam (Distance: 1.7 mi) In addition to the large expanse of concrete across the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Regional Park offers several miles of trails through lowland/ floodplain flora and fauna along the Mississippi’s ...

Minneapolis, MN - Hiking - length:3.15 mi

Rice Creek (Distance: 3.9 mi) Rice Creek is a fun run with swift water and easy rapids in the heart of the Twin Cities. The bends and tight channel get tricky in high water. Downed trees on sharp bends can upset your canoe.

Minneapolis, MN - Whitewater Paddling - length:6.6 mi

Elm Creek Park Reserve (Distance: 5.9 mi) Great beginner loop in Hennepin County's largest park; fun paved path and nature center available for diversions from the dirt; lots of wildlife. Tread: 1 mile paved trail; 4 miles dirt and grass sin...

Maple Grove, MN - Mountain Biking - length:5 mi

Rum River North (Distance: 6.0 mi) One of three county parks along the Rum River, this northern extension lies on the east bank of the river, providing excellent views of the water while passing under a thick canopy of northern hardwoo...

Saint Francis, MN - Hiking - length:4.4 mi

Elm Creek Park Reserve (Distance: 6.3 mi) Elm Creek is a gorgeous park, and its bike trails are perfect for new riders. The best time to go is for an early morning cruise through the woods and near the lake. The land and water habitats bring ...

Maple Grove, MN - Mountain Biking - length:4.4 mi

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Edinburgh U.S.A. Edinburgh U.S.A. Municipal, 18 holes 6727 yards, par 72 1.2 miles from center of Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Brookland Exec Nine Hole Brookland Exec Nine Hole Golf Course Municipal, 18 holes 3698 yards, par 30 2.2 miles from center of Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Centerbrook Centerbrook Golf Course Municipal, 9 holes 2994 yards, par 27 4.5 miles from center of Anoka-Ramsey Community College

National Youth 1 National Youth Golf Center Public, 18 holes 7092 yards, par 71 4.8 miles from center of Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Brightwood Hills Brightwood Hills Golf Course Municipal, 18 holes 3146 yards, par 30 5.1 miles from center of Anoka-Ramsey Community College

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