RECREATION

Recreation Areas

• Carleton Arboretum
  Located at Carleton College
  507-646-5413
  Consisting of 880 acres of secluded woods and trails, through local hills and along the scenic Cannon River valley, the Arboretum provides a unique recreation area in Northfield. You can enjoy walking, hiking, cross-country skiing, nature observation and an exercise trail when you visit the Arboretum. more...  map

• Mill Towns Trail
  This trail starts in Northfield at Hester and Railway streets. It offers a scenic path for cyclists, walkers, and in-line skaters, complete with views of the Cannon River. Picnic spots, a fire circle, benches and ball parks can be accessed by the trail. A canoe landing and snowmobile parking area are being developed at the Northfield entrance. more...  map

Golf

• Northfield Golf Club
  Located at Prairie and Seventh Streets
  507-645-4026
  One of the area's finest golf courses, this eighteen hole course is set among beautiful maple, oak, birch and pine trees, picturesque water holes, and a challenging hilly terrain. more...  map

• Willinger's Golf Club
  6900 Canby Trail • Northfield, MN 55057
  952-440-7000
  Golfers of all skill levels will have their abilities tested on this 18-hole, public golf course. It features protected wetlands, plenty of water, expansive shapely bunkers, and mature forest. A driving range, putting and chipping green, banquet room and snack bar are also on-site. more...  map