Hastings, MN

There's just something about the charming river town of Hastings. The historic downtown, the beautiful architecture, the fantastic location on the Mississippi River, its proximity to nearby Minneapolis and St. Paul, its gorgeous parks -- this little city will draw you in and make you a part of the community. Hastings features an arts scene that includes the Black Dirt Theater, the Breakaway Arts Center and Café, and the Hastings Arts Center.

You'll find plenty to do when you move to an apartment in Hastings, from the fun-filled Rivertown Days festival to the historic downtown shopping district (famous for its classic car cruise-ins). Outdoor adventures include hiking, skiing, birding, bicycling, boating, and fishing. Located on the Mississippi River near the confluence of the St. Croix River, Hastings features some spectacular riverfront parks, such as Lake Rebecca Park and Levee Park. The Hastings Scientific and Natural area, one of Minnesota's SNAs, provides a stunning natural landscape filled with wildflowers, ferns, and trees. It covers 69 acres and is ideal for fishing, boating, hiking, bird and wildlife viewing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.