We're hiking along the St. Croix River at Afton State Park for a relaxed, easy-paced morning in one of Minnesota's most beautiful state parks. Think scenic overlooks, forest paths, and the kind of hike where you actually stop to take it all in.
π Afton State Park β Hastings, MN (30 min east of Twin Cities) π Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM β±οΈ ~3 hours | Easy pace π Mostly wide, well-maintained trails with some minor hills πΎ Dogs welcome on a 6-foot leash β please clean up after them
WHAT TO BRING
Water (at least 1L)
Snacks
Sun protection & hat
Comfortable hiking shoes
Layers for the morning (it can be cool near the river)
PARKING & FEES
State Park vehicle permit required: $35 annual or $7 daily pass
Purchase in advance at mnrec.com or at the park entrance
No additional event fee β hikes are always free with GGH π
SPOTS: Limited to 10 β RSVP required through this page.
We're hiking along the St. Croix River at Afton State Park for a relaxed, easy-paced morning in one of Minnesota's most beautiful state parks. Think scenic overlooks, forest paths, and the kind of hike where you actually stop to take it all in.
π Afton State Park β Hastings, MN (30 min east of Twin Cities) π Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM β±οΈ ~3 hours | Easy pace π Mostly wide, well-maintained trails with some minor hills πΎ Dogs welcome on a 6-foot leash β please clean up after them
WHAT TO BRING
Water (at least 1L)
Snacks
Sun protection & hat
Comfortable hiking shoes
Layers for the morning (it can be cool near the river)
PARKING & FEES
State Park vehicle permit required: $35 annual or $7 daily pass
Purchase in advance at mnrec.com or at the park entrance
No additional event fee β hikes are always free with GGH π
SPOTS: Limited to 10 β RSVP required through this page.