Overview
Sandstone is a town in Northeastern Minnesota.
3 sights · 3 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Sandstone
Banning State Park
State park located along the Kettle River to the north and east of Sandstone. The park contains the remains of a historic sandstone quarry.
Sandstone History and Art Center
Small museum with displays on the Great Hinckley Fire of 1894, sandstone quarries, river dams, local Native Americans, and more.
Robinson Park
Site of a former sandstone quarry on the west bank of the Kettle River.
Midwest Country Music Theater
Venue hosting traditional country music performances.
Sandstone Ice Festival
The ice festival takes place annually for one weekend in December, and features ice climbing, skinny skiing, snow shoeing, and winter camping.
Kettle River Paddle Festival
The Paddle Festival takes place annually in May, and features canoeing, kayaking, and rafting along the Kettle River.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 80°F; winter lows dip to about 4°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and Jul. (climate data from nearby Pine City)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- DLH Duluth International Airport, Duluth — 59 mi away. Directions
- BRD Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, Brainerd — 63 mi away. Directions
- MSP Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Minneapolis — 88 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Robinson Park, Midwest Country Music Theater
- Lunch Amy's Country Cafe
- Afternoon Sandstone History and Art Center, Kettle River Paddle Festival
Day 2
- Morning Banning State Park
- Afternoon Sandstone Ice Festival
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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See
Do
Eat
Eat Amy's Country Cafe
Small diner open for breakfast and lunch. Breakfast menu available all day.
Sleep
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