A great way to experience your home state from a different perspective is to fly above it and I’m not just talking on your way out of town. Climb aboard a small tour plane in Minnesota to see spectacular vistas and stunning night views like these.

  1. Minneapolis from the skies is a wonderful sight to behold.

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  1. St. Paul from above is a man-made masterpiece.

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  1. This aerial view of the Duluth-Superior Harbor is spectacular.

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  1. And this one from a different perspective makes the land and the water look amazing!

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  1. This distance shot of the Bemidji area is green and gorgeous.

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  1. This close up does the lake true justice and is simply spectacular.

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  1. Crystal Lake is beautiful from the friendly skies.

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  1. Pike Lake from above is phenomenal.

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  1. On a flight to Mankato this stunning aerial photo was captured.

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  1. Minnesota’s fall colors are on full display in this glimmering photo.

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  1. This vista displays the spectacular colors of Minnesota landscape.

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  1. This aerial showcases the Red River, on the North Dakota-Minnesota Border.

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  1. This sunset view captures the beauty of the metro area in the dark.

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  1. This lucky flier captured this amazing view of aurora over Duluth.

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So what do you say? Ready for a plane tour yet? If you’ve never been on one I absolutely recommend starting in Duluth. The views are unparalleled!

Flickr/Ron Reiring

Flickr/Ardent Eye

Flickr/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District

Flickr/Doc Searls

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Flickr/David Kinney

Flickr/Sharon Mollerus

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