- The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Forest Lake, Minnesota, including 84 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and National & State Parks.
- From Lake Side Park to Forest Lake 5 Theatre, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Forest Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Stillwater, Minneapolis and Hudson.
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17076 293rd Ave, Prairie's Edge Wildlife Drive, Zimmerman, MN 55339
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Covering 30,700 acres, the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge is the home to many species of migratory birds and other species of wildlife. Fishing is permitted in designated areas, while hunting is only permitted for smaller preys.
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12425 River Ridge Blvd, Burnsville, MN 55337
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Grand Slam Sports & Entertainment Center is a family entertainment center that offers over 30,000 square feet of games. Grand Slam features mini golf, batting cages, laser tag, bumper cars, and a trampoline park.
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Located in an urban setting, the Vermillion Falls has a total height of 35 feet. There are picnic tables in the area, as well as trails leading to it.
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Skateville is a family-owned business that has Minnesota's only maple rotunda skating floor. Skateville offers a surface of over 14,000 square feet for rollerskating and inline skating. They specialize in group events and offer arcade games.
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14593-14741 Point Douglas Dr S, Hastings, MN 55033
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Point Douglas Beach is a recreational park that features a fishing pier, a picnic area, public restrooms, and a swimming beach. The park also has grills beside the picnic tables.
37.7 Miles
The Ames Center is a performing arts venue that features 2 theaters, one an intimate 150 seat theater and the other a 1,014 seat proscenium stage. The center is also home to a 2,000 square foot art gallery.
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The Underground Art Gallery is a local gallery featuring numerous works from a variety of local and nationally renowned artists. Paintings, jewelry, and pottery are among the many items on display available for purchase.
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Guests can enjoy a fitness and aquatics center at the YMCA - Hastings. This YMCA offers swimming lessons, exercise classes, youth programs, and personal training, and also features a sauna and whirlpool.
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Visitors can enjoy a 9 screen movie theatre that features stadium seating at Hastings Theatre. The theatre has a game room and is available to host birthday parties and other special events.
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Venue 13 is a music venue along with a bar and restaurant. Besides live music on their stage or patio they also offer a number of nights and specials, including happy hour every day and bar bingo.