Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike, paddle, or bike ride? Best Outdoor Adventures Near Minneapolis and Saint Paul details forty of the best hikes, paddles, and bike routes within an hour's drive of the Twin Cities area, perfect for the urban dweller and suburbanite who may be hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. From easy nature walks to strenuous day hikes, from popular rivers to flatwater paddling, from road biking to mountain biking, this guide offers something for every adventurer-all within easy reach of the cities. Look inside of find: Activities suited to every ability, As appropriate, difficulty ratings and hazards, trail contacts, fees/permits, duration, and trail surface or type of current, Canine compatibility, Sidebars on local lore, points of interest, and area wildlife, Eatery suggestions for before or after your adventure, Full-color photos and maps throughout