- The list below includes 140 free or cheap things to do in or near Coon Rapids, Minnesota, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Batting Cages, Parks, Movie Theaters and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Grand Slam to Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Coon Rapids and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Bloomington and Eden Prairie.
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15.5 Miles
Located in the Chain of Lakes, Minneapolis' Lake Calhoun is a prime destination for swimming, fishing, tubing, boating, waterskiing, parasailing, kite flying and other enjoyable waterfront activities. Visitors may rent watercraft and enjoy a meal at the Tin Fish, a restaurant by the water's edge.
15.5 Miles
Located in Forest Lake, Lakeside Park provides activities for the entire family. Offering beach access, visitors can enjoy a variety of water sports including swimming and boating. There is also a designated picnic space and a playground nearby.
15.6 Miles
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Washington Square and Fourth Street, White Bear Lake, MN
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Washington Square is a neighborhood bar and grill. They serve appetizers, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night menu. They have twenty varieties of beers on tap, and they offer venue for private parties.
15.6 Miles
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28 votes
P.O. Box 10529, White Bear Lake, MN
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The island of Isle Royale can be accessed by boat with The Grand Protage Isle Royale Transportation Line. The park is home to a variety of wildlife like moose, wolves, and more.
15.6 Miles
The Elk River Cinema, owned by Marcus Theatres, operates 17 state-of-the-art screens to showcase first-run films. Amenities include digital projection and sound, stadium seating, UltraScreens, and premium dining experiences like dinner and a movie.
15.6 Miles
A venue for community events, Rivers Edge Commons Park is enhanced by lush woods surrounding the iconic Mississippi River. The park boasts paved walkways, a performance pavilion and grassy areas for picnics and leisure.
15.7 Miles
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46 votes
1021 Bandana Boulevard East #222, St. Paul, MN 55108
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The Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum pays homage to railroads of the past. The museum is known for its O-Scale exhibit, which starts at the St. Anthony Falls Mining District and ends at the Minnesota Transfer Railways switching yard.
16.2 Miles
Featuring a recreation facility, Elk River Activity Center offers a variety of programs for seniors in the community. The facility is run by volunteers and includes classes for art, fitness, and more.
16.2 Miles
Residing within Elk River, Lions Park is a disc golf venue. The terrain has flat, grassy surfaces with scattered trees and a pond that acts as a water hazard for the nine-hole course.
16.6 Miles
Offering 13 paved miles, the Dakota Rail Regional Trail follows the route of the former Dakota Rail Corridor. Visitors can hike, bike, and walk their dogs along the trail which offers panoramic views of Lake Minnetonka.