Get your fill of urban fun and outdoor adventures in this southern Minnesota town.
Midway between Minneapolis and Rochester, Cannon Falls provides the perfect blend of small-town charm with big-city entertainment right on its doorstep. Sitting pretty along the Cannon River, a tributary of the mighty Mississippi River, and right by Lake Byllesby, it’s easy to get outdoors around Cannon Falls. Once you’ve explored the historic buildings and local shops Downtown, you can enjoy hiking, biking, or cross-country skiing (depending on the season) along the Cannon Valley Trail and go canoeing and tubing along the river. Lake Byllesby has a summer swimming beach and plenty of options for water sports. Campers can also check into the lakeside campground, which has tent and RV sites (some with electric and water hookups) and amenities that include picnic tables, fire rings, and a camp store. Alternatively, head to the family campground on the other side of town or snag a spot at a nearby Hipcamp.