- The list below includes 17 free or cheap things to do in or near Sauk Centre, Minnesota, including 22 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Hiking Trails, Lake and Parks.
- From Lake Wobegon Trail to Sauk Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sauk Centre and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Alexandria.
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Managed by the local community and school district, Lakes Area Recreation is a full service gym and workout facility featuring a weight room and aquatics section. Users can pay by the day or purchase season passes to gain access.
23.0 Miles
Big Ole Viking Statue was built in 1965 and it is the symbol of a local belief that this area was visited by the legendary Norsemen in 1362. It is 28 feet tall.
23.0 Miles
Running for 55 miles, the Central Lakes Trail it is suited for walking, jogging, bicycle riding, and in the winter season snowmobiling. It is connected to other two trails, totaling 130 miles.
23.0 Miles
8 collections are exhibited at the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum, including in here a 5,000 square feet hall dedicated to the history of Chris-Craft. Boats, pictures, and a fishing gallery are also exhibited in here. It has a gift shop.
23.1 Miles
With Big Ole exhibited just outside, the Runestone Museum exhibits the Kensington Runestone, which was dated back to 1362. It has a collection of artifacts and photos which depicts the life of the pioneers.
23.1 Miles
Alexandria, Minnesota is home to the Kensington Runestone, a large rock slab covered in Norse runes. The Runestone's true age and origins are topics of hot debate among anthropologists and geologists. Many believe that the stone was crafted in the mid-19th century and planted as a hoax.
23.4 Miles
Spanning 1,800-acres of land, Lake De Homme Dieu is a lake that supports fish such as Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Northern Pike, and Largemouth Bass. The lake is stocked with walleye fish that vary in age.
26.3 Miles
Minnesota's Lake Miltona lies in Alexandria and spans over 5724 acres. It is an important fish hatching site seeded with sport fish and managed by the state's parks department. Its most abundant fish species include Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Black Crappie and Muskellunge.
38.3 Miles
Riverside Park features a playground, picnic area with grills and a firepit, splash pad, tennis courts, paths and trails. The park includes a pavilion which is popular for hosting large or small events.
38.3 Miles
Located along the Mississippi River, the Beaver Islands Trail is used for hiking, jogging, and biking. The trail goes north to south, but contains alternate routes that loop around so people can finish at the starting point.