Travel from the Twin Cities into the northermost reaches of the state—the North Shore, Boundary Waters, and Canadian border; then explore the scenic byways that follow the Mississippi, Minnesota, and St. Croix rivers, wander the southern prairies and through the lake districts. Included are details of lesser-traveled roads and regions, sites to see, tours, parks and trails, and historical information.<br /><br /><strong>About the series:</strong> Whether you need to get away for a weekend orlonger, want to explore your home state or makeplans for free time in an area you don't know well,take to the road with a Backroads & Byways book.You'll discover the most interesting places to visiton and off the beaten path. Destinations will appealto foodies, history buffs, families with kids, couples,adventurers, hikers, bikers—in short, <em>everyone</em>.<br /><br />With itineraries appropriate for visits of differingdurations and in different seasons, tips for comfortableaccommodations, great food, and good shoppingtoo, look to Backroads & Byways for the mostinteresting and diverse short trips available.