It was such a great time! It was my first time here and I took a friend skiing for the first time who has never seen snow like this before. It was a bit pricey compared to other skiing resorts I've visited before in several other states that have just as many paths or more. They did not have all the lifts running. The staff who was working there was very friendly and would always encourage or compliment my friend on improving each time she came down the path. (Even though she fell almost every time) Overall, it was a great experience but may consider going somewhere else that isn't so expensive.

Love coming here from the cities just 30 min down the road. Facilities have def gotten nicer since I’ve been here last (2018?). All the staff were super friendly and helpful and made our day better. Just be aware that not all the dining is open during the week! Had a great time tho!

Probably one of the best hills in the state. However it will continue to only be a once a year thing for me. And im only being critical here because i expect more from a place in Minnesota that charges a 100 for a ticket…….Your food and beverage situation is a shit show. Get rid of it. Go to welch, hyland , anywhere really to see for yourselves, you need better food more readily available. People need to eat, they don’t want to have to bring a cold lunch and they don’t want to eat nachos and barbecue pulled pork sandwiches at 10:30 in the morning. You’re feeding the kids trash. Your main chalet has campbells soup and some runny noodle mac and cheese. Hyland and welch have all kinds of options homemade soups, pastas, muffins , FRUIT. And they take pride in serving it. Sure you have a nice little grill on the second floor where i can get a burger for 20 dollars, bye bye.

On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Afton Alps, I witness an incident that occurred on the chairlift at The Highlands, that raised serious safety concerns. A group of teenage boys were on the lift, and one of them dropped a large clump of snow from above the trail where riders were below. Fortunately, it missed the rider, but the situation could have ended dangerously. When I confronted him, he mocked me and even challenged me to go to the terrain park. Then I went to report the incident to the staffs. Despite alerting a ski patrol member, the response was dismissive. When I provided detailed information, including a video of the event, the staff seemed indifferent and questioned what action was needed from me. I expressed my frustration, questioning Afton’s commitment to safety, and implying that the resort is more focused on profit than customer care. Just unbelievable! When safety is compromised, especially in such a dangerous situation, it’s concerning when an organization fails to take action. Accountability is key, and it’s troubling when there’s a lack of response, especially when I had went out of my way to provide evidence. It’s tough to support an organization that doesn’t seem to prioritize the well-being of its customers. I hope that my experience can bring attention to the issue, and others can take notice as well. And parents, if these were your children, do better!

One of the best Midwest ski resorts I’ve been to. Snow conditions were better than I expected, despite the lack of natural snowfall for the year. Only complaint was long wait times, despite short lines for food. Will definitely be coming back!

Not as crowded as the other resort in town. Great snow making and park set. Wish they have more terrain variety.

I'd probably give Afton a 3.75. Skied with my daughters the other day. Dare I say our home hill Snowcreek has better vertical? It's close. Anyways, there are a good amount of runs here but they are all pretty easy. The blacks didn't offer much challenge but offered some good cruising. There was a nice route that goes through a pipe with a nice jump at the end. We did that over and over. The terrain park was a bit too ambitious for us, they could use some smaller stuff varied in. Pretty much everything was expensive. I did appreciate being able to park at less crowded chalets and ski right down with the epic pass. The runs were groomed and in good shape after raining a couple days earlier. The merch store is strong. Good stuff in there. Solid resort just expensive without too much variety in terrain. Welch Village is a better value and better skiing, especially when the back bowl is open.

What a beautiful state park in MN located right on the St Croix river! There are plenty of trails to choose from even when it is busy you can find yourself alone on a trail. The lower path the river is flat a beautiful while some other trails have elevation gain. Definitely a state park that shouldn’t be missed!!

Such a gorgeous place for camping and hiking! My wife and I went this last weekend for a night, and we had a blast hiking down to the river from our tent site. Only downside was that I accidentally booked the backpacking site without considering how far we’d have to hike to it from the car after arriving at 10:30pm, but we figured it out. Nice fishermen along the beaches and in their boats as well.

It’s a calm and peaceful area with the best views of nature. A perfect spot for camping ⛺️, hiking, or just a relaxing walk. I went with my friends, and we really enjoyed the sounds of nature — it felt so refreshing

We recently went on a bike ride around Afton State Park, and overall it was a mix of beautiful scenery with some frustrating challenges. The natural beauty of the area is undeniable—the rolling landscape, peaceful setting, and wide-open views make it a wonderful place to spend time outdoors. We were especially surprised that there weren’t any bugs during our visit, which made the ride much more enjoyable. The highlight of the evening was definitely the sunset—it was absolutely spectacular and made for a perfect backdrop to end the day. Unfortunately, the trails and parking lot left a lot to be desired. The paved trails are in very poor condition. In fact, they were some of the most uneven, cracked, and bumpy trails I’ve ever ridden on. It was difficult to relax and enjoy the ride because we had to constantly watch for rough patches and broken pavement. The parking lot wasn’t in great shape either, which added to the overall impression that the infrastructure here has been neglected. My biggest complaint is the lack of upkeep on the paved trails. Considering visitors pay for passes, it feels like some of that money could and should be reinvested into making the park more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. A fresh paving job would go a long way in improving the biking experience and encouraging people to keep coming back. In short, Afton State Park has incredible natural beauty, but the poor condition of the paved trails really takes away from the experience. If the park could put some resources into repairing and maintaining them, it would easily become one of the best biking spots in the area.

Afton State Park, nestled along the scenic bluffs of the St. Croix River in Minnesota, offers a beautiful blend of rugged natural beauty and family-friendly recreation. Whether you're an avid hiker, a camper, or someone simply looking to escape the city for a day, Afton provides a peaceful and picturesque retreat.

Nice variety of trails, ample parking. Trails signs are a bit confusing, didn't find the Hiking Club secret word because we took the wrong path but found our way back eventually. Good excuse to go back and try the trails again, theyre beautiful. Riverfront paths, picnic areas, scheduled events and a visitor center with a bathroom. Pokémon stops too. I recommend.

I honestly love Afton State Park. It offers such peace. It is primitive, but still has access to a toilet and water, which is great. The different hiking routes are great to explore. Be prepared to get sweaty!

Loved this place. I only wished I had more time to spend there. Was able to spend a couple of hours on the trails. They have ponds, look outs and little bridges

Had been hearing about the place for the last 2 years but never got down there. I’m sad we have missed out on two years of potentially awesome memories. This place is amazing. Best nature center with live injured/rescue animals I’ve seen in MN. We were welcomed so graciously by the bird banding team. What a great morning

free nature center with some beautiful short to medium walks/hikes among well-maintained trails.

We’ve been to Carpenter Nature Center many times. It’s out favorite place to get apples in the fall. We also love hiking on the beautiful grounds, stopping in to visit the beautiful raptors, and enjoying their educational programs. The views of the St Croix River are breathtaking. I feel as though this is one of the hidden gems that is not that far from the cities.

A peaceful place for a walk, hike, birding adventure or even a picnic. Animal exhibits inside and out.

This is one of me and my boys favorite place to visit close to the cities. It has a few animals inside the Nature Center, including turtles, snakes, a bald eagle, barn owl, and red tail hawk. The trails are easy and would be a good hike for children. The views are wonderful overlooking the St. Croix River at a few overlooks and you can actually go right down to the river as well.

Area is remote yet accessible.. space is memorable.. staff knowledgeable and informative.. up to date with events and product... Sam was very easy to understand and reciprocate every question we had...

Won't fill propane tanks after 7:00 p.m.. don't understand why the time has anything to do with filling a tank? Only other option is to exchange a tank for $25 for 3/4 full tank.

I received a message of 15 cent off gas coupon. Can't use it due to not knowing how many gallons I needed to fill PU and 2 5 gallon containers. Must pre-pay. Seriously a bunch of crap! Won't go there again.

All the normal things offered at a holiday plus propane refill, but in a smaller older store. Only one row of pumps so I had to wait.

Great location. Lots of options for food and beverages. Friendly service.

Don't go to this gas station, scam your card then it says approved and ready to pump but doesn't work and you can't clear it, then you talk to someone about it and their very rude, never going to Holiday gas station again. April 27 2024

This was a very good store I check every bathroom to see how clean and tidy there was paper towels or blower to dry your hands this restroom was one of the cleanest. I have seen a lot of restrooms. I also check to see how well the coolers are stocked and how the floors look clean or they are sticky with spilt juice and milk they are doing a great job with cleanliness and every thing was stocked just as it should be now on what the could improve on I can honestly say that there is nothing they could do any better than they already do nice people and a clean store keep up the great work Holiday Station

Clean store, new store built not too long ago, friendly faces