Strewn along the banks of the Cannon River, Northfield offers plenty of things to do in a scenic, welcoming environment. Northfield celebrates history, art, culture, and education. Home to Carleton College and Saint Olaf College, Northfield is a vibrant college town. Northfield’s historic downtown area is teeming with charming boutiques, restaurants, specialty shops, and small businesses on tree-lined streets.
Outdoor recreation abounds in Northfield, from hiking the trails at Cowling Arboretum to biking the varied terrain and everything in between. A bevy of exciting events brings the community together in Northfield, including Defeat of Jesse James Days, Riverfront Fine Arts Festival, Crazy Daze, Bridge Chamber Music Fest, and the Winter Walk. Minneapolis and its many metropolitan amenities are just 40 miles north of Northfield. Commuting and traveling from Northfield is easy with access to I-35 and U.S. 52.
