St. Cloud · Minnesota, MN
Road trips from St. Cloud
Scout analyzed 55 St. Cloud places and surfaced the ones that actually fit road trips.
Places analyzed
55
Matches
24
Typical spend
$35
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Scout-verified spots
Food & Drink
Legends Bar & Grill - St. Cloud
Legends Bar & Grill is a good spot for an evening meal or drinks, especially if you're looking for live music or a sports bar atmosphere. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for food and a couple of drinks, with a visit lasting 1.5 to 2 hours.
Food & Drink
Dueling Brews
Dueling Brews is suitable for a casual coffee, quick bite, or a relaxed drink. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $10-$25 per person for food and beverages.
Outdoors
Sand Dunes State Forest
Sand Dunes State Forest is suitable for a half-day or full-day outdoor excursion, offering hiking and horse riding. Expect to pay for a state park pass, costing around $7-10 per vehicle. It pairs well with a picnic or packing your own food.
Food & Drink
The Local Blend
This coffee shop is good for a casual solo stop or a relaxed meet-up, especially if you catch live music. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a snack or light meal.
Food & Drink
Granite City Food & Brewery
This American brewpub is good for a casual family meal or an outing with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for food and drinks.
Outdoors
Warner Lake County Park
Warner Lake County Park is ideal for a half-day or full-day outdoor escape, offering swimming, hiking, and picnicking. It's a low-cost activity, perfect for families or a solo nature retreat, particularly on a sunny weekend.
Outdoors
Munsinger Gardens
Munsinger Gardens is a free outdoor garden, good for a relaxed 1-2 hour stroll, especially enjoyable with family or for a quiet solo walk. It pairs well with a picnic or a coffee shop visit before or after.
Family
Summerland Family Fun Park
Summerland Family Fun Park is a good destination for a 3-5 hour family outing, offering multiple activities like water slides and go-karts. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person on admissions and activities.
Family
Riddlers Escape, LLC
Riddlers Escape is an indoor escape room experience, typically lasting about an hour and costing $25-40 per person. It's good for a small group activity before or after a meal.
Nightlife
MT's on 8th
MT's on 8th is a casual bar & grill, good for an affordable meal and drinks after work or on the weekend. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-40 per person for food and a couple of drinks.
Downtown
Olde Brick House
This Irish pub offers a relaxed setting for a casual meal or drinks, suitable for an evening out with friends or a low-key date. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person for an hour and a half visit.
Food & Drink
Korppi Coffee + Bakeshop
Korppi Coffee + Bakeshop is a good spot for a casual solo or small group stop for coffee and a pastry, typically lasting under an hour. Expect to spend $10-25 per person.
Downtown
Paramount Center for the Arts
This vintage theater is a good pick for a performance or art exhibit, easily pairing with dinner beforehand or drinks after. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and a moderate amount per person for tickets.
Sports & Recreation
Territory Golf Club
Territory Golf Club is suitable for a 4-hour outdoor activity, such as a morning or afternoon golf round. Expect to spend $30-$80 per person for greens fees, making it a good weekend adventure or solo outing. It pairs well with a casual meal afterwards.
Nightlife
Jimmy's Pour House
Jimmy's Pour House is a casual spot for bar food and sports, suitable for a relaxed meal or a weekend outing. Expect to spend $10-$30 per person for an hour and a half.
Outdoors
Lake George/Eastman Park
Lake George/Eastman Park is suitable for a free hour-long outdoor activity, good for families or solo time. It pairs well with a picnic or a walk along the lake.
Outdoors
Rivers Edge Park
Rivers Edge Park is ideal for a casual family outing or a solo walk, especially on a nice day. Expect to spend 1-2 hours exploring the green spaces or enjoying the splash pad, at no cost.
Downtown
St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center
This convention center is a venue for various events like conferences, banquets, and large gatherings, typically requiring tickets or invitations. Expect to spend a few hours here, with costs varying greatly depending on the specific event attended.
Downtown
7 West TapHouse
This spot is good for a casual meal of burgers and drinks, often paired with a local event or before heading out for a night. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-35 per person.
Outdoors
Hester Park
Hester Park is a free outdoor city park suitable for a relaxed stroll or a picnic, ideal for families or solo adventurers. Expect to spend about an hour here, best enjoyed on a nice day.
Outdoors
Wilson Park
Wilson Park is suitable for a free outdoor stroll or picnic, especially for families, and can be paired with other local attractions. Expect to spend 1-2 hours here, with no cost unless bringing your own food.
Food & Drink
RJ's American Grill
This is a casual, affordable spot for American grill fare, suitable for a quick meal during a longer outing or a relaxed family dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drink.
Downtown
The Pickled Loon
The Pickled Loon is a good spot for an evening meal or drinks with friends, often featuring live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-50 per person for food and drinks.
Downtown
The White Horse Restaurant & Bar
The White Horse is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering American bar food. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for an unfussy experience.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 44 of the 55 analyzed St. Cloud places fit road trips.
- 30% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 82% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Adventurous, Scenic, Quiet.
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