Minnesota is full of unbridled natural beauty, and enjoying that kind of beauty often involves certain elements of risk. From swimming and diving accidents to climbing and hiking accidents, there are some places in Minnesota where it’s particularly important to be educated about the dangers surrounding you. While many lakes, rivers, and cliffs across our state can be the cause of an unexpected accident, these seven areas are known as some of the most deadly! Here are some of the most dangerous spots in Minnesota nature – beware!
- St. Louis River
laikolosse/Flickr The St. Louis River has some of the toughest rapids in Minnesota, and while it’s gorgeous and fun to explore, it’s always better to skip the really rough patches. The water levels also change frequently, making the river less predictable. Wanna chance it anyway? You might be interested in this epic adventure! Saint Louis River, St Louis River, Minnesota, USA
- Lester River
Flickr/Greg Gjerdingen There are a variety of popular swimming holes on the Lester River, however, one in particular, known as The Deeps, is known for its swimming hole and cliff jumping. The Deeps has a history of being dangerous, and it should be explored with caution.
- Another popular activity in Minnesota has been diving from bridges.
Flickr/m01229 Water levels can be hard to estimate, and many people have been injured or killed because of this dangerous trend.
- Icy Lakes
Flickr/USFWS Midwest Region As the Minnesota DNR puts it, no ice is 100% safe. It can be hard to be certain which ice is okay to walk and even drive on, and the older the ice, the more likely it is to be a dangerous trap.
- Devil’s Kettle on the Brule River is mostly dangerous because we don’t exactly know where the waterfall goes.
Flickr/Amy Meredith A fall into the abyss would likely be fatal. Read more about this natural oddity in this article! Devil’s Kettle, Hovland, MN 55606, USA
- Mississippi River Bluffs
Flickr/mara Some of the most beautiful, yet most deadly hiking trails in Minnesota are along the Mississippi River Bluffs. Tread carefully and you’ll be rewarded with an amazing photo op and a safe return home.
- Mississippi Caves
Flickr/jnaithani Along the Mississippi, particularly in St. Paul, you can find some interesting caves, but many are blocked off, and almost all are unsafe for spontaneous exploration. Many people have become trapped or injured. Read more about one of these caves in this article.
So go out and enjoy Minnesota’s beauty, but keep in mind, it’s better to be safe than sorry – always practice up-to-date safety precautions. We need you around to hike many more trails!
laikolosse/Flickr
The St. Louis River has some of the toughest rapids in Minnesota, and while it’s gorgeous and fun to explore, it’s always better to skip the really rough patches. The water levels also change frequently, making the river less predictable. Wanna chance it anyway? You might be interested in this epic adventure!
Saint Louis River, St Louis River, Minnesota, USA
Flickr/Greg Gjerdingen
There are a variety of popular swimming holes on the Lester River, however, one in particular, known as The Deeps, is known for its swimming hole and cliff jumping. The Deeps has a history of being dangerous, and it should be explored with caution.
Flickr/m01229
Water levels can be hard to estimate, and many people have been injured or killed because of this dangerous trend.
Flickr/USFWS Midwest Region
As the Minnesota DNR puts it, no ice is 100% safe. It can be hard to be certain which ice is okay to walk and even drive on, and the older the ice, the more likely it is to be a dangerous trap.
Flickr/Amy Meredith
A fall into the abyss would likely be fatal. Read more about this natural oddity in this article!
Devil’s Kettle, Hovland, MN 55606, USA
Flickr/mara
Some of the most beautiful, yet most deadly hiking trails in Minnesota are along the Mississippi River Bluffs. Tread carefully and you’ll be rewarded with an amazing photo op and a safe return home.
Flickr/jnaithani
Along the Mississippi, particularly in St. Paul, you can find some interesting caves, but many are blocked off, and almost all are unsafe for spontaneous exploration. Many people have become trapped or injured. Read more about one of these caves in this article.
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Dangerous Places in Minnesota January 21, 2022 Tori Jane What are some dangerous cities in Minnesota? Minnesota has its fair share of natural dangers to be wary of, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that its cities or towns are much safer, either. The Land of 10,000 Lakes has its share of towns and cities that are less safe than others (much like everywhere else does, too). According to our friends at RoadSnacks.com, some of the most “dangerous” cities and towns in Minnesota include Bemidji, where residents have a one in 13 chance of being the victim of a property crime. Minneapolis, being the largest city in Minnesota, is naturally high up on the list of “dangerous” cities; Minneapolis residents have a 1 in 108 chance of being the victim of a violent crime, which is just a little under one percent. Yikes! Other dangerous cities include Waite Park, West St. Paul, and Virginia. Don’t get us wrong, though – Minnesota is still, overall, a safe place to live. What are Minnesota crime rates like? Unfortunately, Minnesota has seen a rise in violent crime over the last few years, but it’s still the 13th-lowest state in the country when it comes to violent crime in the first place. Of course, crime rates tend to vary depending on where you are situated; as we alluded to above, some cities and towns have a slightly-higher likelihood of crime occurring, but that doesn’t mean they’re in the top ten “worst” by any means (we’re really in the top 15 best). Among the safest cities and towns in the state are places like Hibbing, which is the fourth-safest town in the entire country, and Kasson, which averages less than ten burglaries a year. Belle Plain is known for its very low violent crime rate, with less than 0.4 reported in 2013 alone. If you choose a city or town that’s known for its safety, you’ll be safer than most folks in the rest of the country! Minnesota is a great place to live – as long as you’re a fan of snow! For more information on the safest towns in Minnesota, check this article out.
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Dangerous Places in Minnesota
January 21, 2022
Tori Jane
What are some dangerous cities in Minnesota? Minnesota has its fair share of natural dangers to be wary of, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that its cities or towns are much safer, either. The Land of 10,000 Lakes has its share of towns and cities that are less safe than others (much like everywhere else does, too). According to our friends at RoadSnacks.com, some of the most “dangerous” cities and towns in Minnesota include Bemidji, where residents have a one in 13 chance of being the victim of a property crime. Minneapolis, being the largest city in Minnesota, is naturally high up on the list of “dangerous” cities; Minneapolis residents have a 1 in 108 chance of being the victim of a violent crime, which is just a little under one percent. Yikes! Other dangerous cities include Waite Park, West St. Paul, and Virginia. Don’t get us wrong, though – Minnesota is still, overall, a safe place to live. What are Minnesota crime rates like? Unfortunately, Minnesota has seen a rise in violent crime over the last few years, but it’s still the 13th-lowest state in the country when it comes to violent crime in the first place. Of course, crime rates tend to vary depending on where you are situated; as we alluded to above, some cities and towns have a slightly-higher likelihood of crime occurring, but that doesn’t mean they’re in the top ten “worst” by any means (we’re really in the top 15 best). Among the safest cities and towns in the state are places like Hibbing, which is the fourth-safest town in the entire country, and Kasson, which averages less than ten burglaries a year. Belle Plain is known for its very low violent crime rate, with less than 0.4 reported in 2013 alone. If you choose a city or town that’s known for its safety, you’ll be safer than most folks in the rest of the country! Minnesota is a great place to live – as long as you’re a fan of snow! For more information on the safest towns in Minnesota, check this article out.
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Minnesota has its fair share of natural dangers to be wary of, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that its cities or towns are much safer, either. The Land of 10,000 Lakes has its share of towns and cities that are less safe than others (much like everywhere else does, too). According to our friends at RoadSnacks.com, some of the most “dangerous” cities and towns in Minnesota include Bemidji, where residents have a one in 13 chance of being the victim of a property crime. Minneapolis, being the largest city in Minnesota, is naturally high up on the list of “dangerous” cities; Minneapolis residents have a 1 in 108 chance of being the victim of a violent crime, which is just a little under one percent. Yikes! Other dangerous cities include Waite Park, West St. Paul, and Virginia. Don’t get us wrong, though – Minnesota is still, overall, a safe place to live.
What are Minnesota crime rates like?
Unfortunately, Minnesota has seen a rise in violent crime over the last few years, but it’s still the 13th-lowest state in the country when it comes to violent crime in the first place. Of course, crime rates tend to vary depending on where you are situated; as we alluded to above, some cities and towns have a slightly-higher likelihood of crime occurring, but that doesn’t mean they’re in the top ten “worst” by any means (we’re really in the top 15 best). Among the safest cities and towns in the state are places like Hibbing, which is the fourth-safest town in the entire country, and Kasson, which averages less than ten burglaries a year. Belle Plain is known for its very low violent crime rate, with less than 0.4 reported in 2013 alone. If you choose a city or town that’s known for its safety, you’ll be safer than most folks in the rest of the country! Minnesota is a great place to live – as long as you’re a fan of snow! For more information on the safest towns in Minnesota, check this article out.
