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The South Metro’s FAMILY FITNESS
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Set in the rolling Mississippi River valley of the southeastern Twin Cities area, Inver Grove Heights offers miles of scenic paved trails with connections to other trail systems. For mountainbiking, check out Salem Hills and other exciting off-road courses. Below are some recommendations to help plan your next visit.
AmericInn Hotel & Suites A 5861 Blaine Avenue East
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Holiday Inn Express
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Microtel Inn & Suites C 5681 Bishop Avenue
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651.552.0555 WEBSITE
Coratel Inn & Suites D 5492 Robert Trail
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Harmon Park Reserve for Mountain Biking
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Inver Wood Golf Course & Foot Golf F A premier course for both sports in
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Bike King
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North Valley Park for Disc Golf
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Trail in a beautiful scientific and natural area, this is the newest trailhead facility. 111th Street East WEBSITE
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Following your ride, re-fuel at one of over 30 dining options in Inver Grove Heights. From brews to burgers, tacos to treats, ipho to ice cream, sandwiches to sushi, Inver Grove Heights has an awesome collection of dining spots. WEBSITE
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SeaQuest is the ultimate land and sea adventure for families and children of all ages. Hand-feed Flash the Sloth; feel the shell of Stormin’ Norman the giant sulcata tortoise; snorkel with stingrays and sharks; take a selfie with Marina the Mermaid; and interact with over 1,200 animals from five continents!
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