Explore Minnesota’s state-wide winter scavenger hunt campaign called CheckpointMN includes Stillwater as a destination this year! There are 10 iconic Minnesota destinations and over $35,000 in prizes, including prizes ranging from jackets to sleeping bags to boots and hotel getaways. Participants earn prizes by traveling to checkpoints, taking a photo of themselves with the sign and uploading it to their account on CheckpointMN.com. Use #OnlyinMN #CheckpointMN #DiscoverStillwater

The checkpoint sign is at the gazebo in Lowell Park just north of the historic Lift Bridge in downtown Stillwater. The beauty of the National Scenic St. Croix River and the Main Street which is on the National Historic Register are a delight during the winter season. Stop at this checkpoint, then enjoy shopping, dining, breweries, wineries, art galleries, and cozy inns. Plan your visit at DiscoverStillwater.com and take advantage of the Stillwater coupons on CheckpointMN.com. For those adventurers looking for more challenge, find the four sets of historic stairs throughout downtown to hike to more great views of this historic river town on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border.

Checkpoint MN locations include a variety of sites that embody winter travel in Minnesota including: a 218,000 acre national park to celebrate the 2016 National Park Service Centennial Celebration, Minnesota’s newest outdoor sports stadium, the country’s second oldest brewery, and more. CheckpointMN.com features a map of the checkpoints, complete prize descriptions, rules and sponsorship details, participant photos, and travel information about each checkpoint, so you can make the most out of checking in at each destination. For a full list of destinations and prizes, visit their website!