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Hennepin County

Fort Snelling

Hennepin County

Fort Snelling

Highlight • Historical Site

Fort Snelling

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Hiking

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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Mississippi National River and Recreation Area

Location: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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Tips

August 29, 2026

Hiking

I hadn't been here in maybe 40 years since I was in 6th grade. There is quite a bit to see here in this rebuilt fort. Neat to see how many different trades people they had at the fort and what life would have been like on the frontier.

September 14, 2024

Cycling

Fort Snelling, a National Historic Landmark located on the Dakota homeland known as Bdote, has a rich history over the last 10,000 years. Visitors can explore stories of the military fort and its surroundings, learn of the history of Native peoples, trade, soldiers, veterans, enslaved individuals, immigrants, and the evolving landscape. Admission fees vary with age, but MNHS members, Native Americans, and veterans are given free entry. Hours and days of operation vary by season.

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Fort Snelling – Big Rivers Regional Trail loop from 46th Street

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Minnehaha Trail – Minnehaha Falls loop from Milkweed and Monarchs

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Lake Nokomis – Martin Olav Sabo Bridge loop from West 21st Street

67.9km

03:59

290m

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 220 m

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Location: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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