During the winter, if you are like me, you may feel like hibernating like a bear for about 4-5 months.  Especially if you aren't into winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, etc.  But, one thing that we all know about winter, is that the really frigid temps don't last that long.  We do get some ups and downs, and as we all know, if there isn't any wind, the cold temps don't feel that bad.  Especially if the sun is out.

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Those types of days when it's not totally frigid out and you have sun, is the perfect time to bundle up, and go take a walk around Minnesota and take in some of what a beauty winter in Minnesota can be.

Minnesota has many waterfalls throughout the state.  And if there is enough water, not in a drought situation, the water eventually freezes, while it's falling creating a really cool frozen waterfall.

Here are some of the best ones that you can check out later this year when we actually get into the winter season.

From Only in Your State:

ILLGEN FALLS

...upstream from the High Falls at Tettegouche State Park. A quick walk down a short path brings you to the impressive frozen falls. If you can stand the cold, it's definitely worth the trip.

 

MINNEHAHA FALLS

Located in Minneapolis, it's very popular in the summertime, and should also be in the winter.

You can view the falls from above or take a magical walk behind the solid sheet of ice. Either way, you'll be glad you did.

 

GOOSEBERRY FALLS

I have been to Gooseberry Falls a few times, and it never disappoints.  But those times were always in the Summer.  Would be great to see in the wintertime too.

Minnesota's favorite state park gets even cooler in winter. When the famous Gooseberry Falls freezes over, the jagged ice meets with the rock cliffs to create a stunning, otherworldly effect.

 

HIGH FALLS OF PIGEON RIVER

If you want to head North, near the Canadian border, you can take in the beauty of this giant waterfall.

The High Falls of the Pigeon River happens to be the highest waterfall in Minnesota. And in winter, the 120-foot-tall waterfall may also be the tallest frozen thing in the entire state.

There are several waterfalls in Minnesota, and all are worth the drive/walk to see them in the winter.  Waterfalls, not just for summer! Check out a great list here.