
As summer winds down, there's still plenty of time to enjoy a peaceful day by the water. While many of the area's most popular lakes will be busy throughout late summer and fall, the Twin Cities are surrounded by plenty of other lakes that offer a relaxing way to enjoy the outdoors.
Whether you enjoy swimming, boating, hiking, or just relaxing in the sun, you don't have to travel far to find a serene lake. We put together a list of some of our favorite late-summer spots, conveniently located near these Minneapolis homes for sale

Anytime is a great time for ice cream, but it just hits perfectly in the summer. Sweet bites of cold, creamy goodness in your favorite flavors make the ideal treat, and you'll find great independent ice cream and dessert shops near Minneapolis homes for sale and St. Paul homes for sale.

Summer is the perfect time to go out on the lake, and if you live in the Twin Cities, you have plenty of lakes to choose from. There are thousands of beautiful spots near Minneapolis homes for sale and St. Paul homes for sale where you can go kayaking, paddleboarding, and more. Here are a few we like.