This is a guide to attractions and events in the Chisago County city of Taylors Falls, Minnesota.
Situated on the Dalles of the Saint Croix River, many of the recreational and relaxation opportunities in Taylors Falls take advantage of the river or of its forested bluffs and high cliffs.
Wild Mountain, north of downtown Taylors Falls, features twenty-six ski hills on more than a hundred acres of land and is usually the first ski resort to open in Minnesota each year. During the warmer months, Wild Mountain has a water park and operates a boat touring operation known as Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours. For those who would rather be on their own on the river, there are canoe and kayak rentals in Taylors Falls, as well.
In addition, rock climbing is a popular recreational activity.
Taylors Falls has a section of the country's first interstate park. The Minnesota Interstate Park includes a quarter mile of the Angle Rock and a half mile of the Picnic Area Loop trails, which are also accessible to the disabled. It is across the river from the Wisconsin Interstate Park, which is much larger. A little further north, along Saint Croix Trail, is Heritage Park.
The Saint Croix River is designated as a National Wild and Scenic Riverway, and includes several trails that can be used for hiking or biking in the summer months, or for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in the winter. The river itself offers fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boating opportunities.
Among the topics that are appropriate for this category are art galleries, theaters or theater groups, libraries, museums, and historical places, such as the Folsom House, a restored 1850s home that now serves as a museum. Websites representing other entertainment venues in Taylors Falls, such as golf courses or bowling alleys, are also suitable for this category.
Parks and recreational or sporting facilities, programs, or teams may also be listed here if they are in Taylors Falls. Local concerts, festivals, or other events are a good fit for this category, as well.
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Built in 1855 for William Henry Carman Folsom, a lumber baron, and politician, the Folsom House is situated in the Angel Hill District of Taylors Falls, Minnesota. Now operated by the Taylor Falls Historical Society, the two-story clapboard home serves as a museum, and is furnished with the family’s original belongings and library. Its history, tour policies, hours, and facility rental policies are put forth.
http://folsom.tfhistory.com/
Taylors Falls Canoe & Kayak Rental
Taylors Falls Recreation at Wild Mountain offers canoe and kayak rentals during the summer months, based in the Minnesota Interstate State Park. A map shows the location. One-way or two-way trips are available. Its pricing and shuttle options are put forth along with tips on the use of the canoes or kayaks, river safety information, group rates, coupons, and special offers. Photos and video are displayed.
https://www.taylorsfallscanoe.com/
Taylors Falls Lighting Festival
The Lighting Festival in Taylors Falls, Minnesota began in 1985 and is held each Thanksgiving weekend when families are home for the beginning of the holiday season. Activities begin during the day on Friday, but the official opening is at 6 pm Friday, with the grand lighting of the main street and a Santa parade, with floats, puppets, school children, music, and other participants. Photos of previous events are shown and schedules are posted.
https://lightingfestival.com/
Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours
Tourists have enjoyed boating excursions on the Dalles of the Saint Croix River since the early 1900s. Offering daily excursions that are usually 45 or 80 minutes, as well as luncheon cruises, dinner cruises, specialty cruises, history cruises, private charters, and even weddings, each of which are highlighted here, with prices, photos, and other details. Directions, contacts, online bookings, and video are featured.
https://www.taylorsfallsboat.com/
Wannigan Days in Taylors Falls
The multi-day event is held each summer in Taylors Falls, Minnesota and Saint Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Although the activities may vary from year to year, they usually involve several events for the children, such as a children’s parade and carnival, as well as live music, dancing, bingo, artisan events, and food. Photos and details from past events are featured, and a schedule of the upcoming events will be posted to the site.
http://tfwannigandays.com/
Situated on Wild Mountain Road, north of Taylors Falls, Minnesota, Wild Mountain is a skiing and snowboarding resort in the winter, which offers summer activities as well, all of which are highlighted on its site. Ticket sales, rentals, group rates, season passes, specials and coupons are set forth, along with its lessons, camps, and teams. Snow reports, trail maps, a webcam, schedules, and its hours of operation are stated.
https://www.wildmountain.com/
Operated by Wild Mountain Ski Resort and Taylors Falls Recreation, the waterpark offers waterslides, Alpine slides, go-karts, and a free-fall experience that includes a two-story tower with two platforms. Its location, prices, group rates, season passes, and online ticket sales are put forth, including special offers, gift certificates, and coupons. Several photographs are presented, along with video.
https://www.wildmountainwaterpark.com/
