Road Trips from Apple Valley, MN
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
17
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
1
Under 2 hours
14 total in this range
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
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Grand Rapids, MN
4h 5m197 mi one way
Detroit Lakes, MN
4h 17m219.1 mi one way
Cloquet, MN
2h 50m150.6 mi one way
Elk River, MN
1h 4m52.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Peak fall foliage — plan late-September through mid-October.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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