Best Paintball In Minnesota
Paintball is an interactive and strategic game that has been around for years. Made popular by the military and used as a way to train for combat, it has exploded into a much-loved leisure activity. While providing a means of physical activity and helping to create adrenaline rushes everywhere, paintball has attracted players of all types. In Minnesota, there are many options for playing paintball throughout the state. Whether you are a master or a beginner, these venues provide options for team play, individual games, or just practice time. Go indoors or outdoors, use high-powered paint or a low-impact weapon, find the right game for you in Minnesota.
Splatball Indoor Paintball
2921 N. 2nd St.
Minneapolis, MN 55411
(612) 378-0385
www.splatball.com
Paintball is known for its high-powered sting when you get shot. Many players leave the field with bruises and pains that last for weeks after a rough game. Splatball introduces a lower-impact type of paintball to those that don't find pain to be part of fun. This large, indoor playing field is open year-round and provides safe and fantastic play. The staff is enthusiastic about teaching players how to use the equipment, be safe and have a lot of fun in the process. Ages 10 and up are welcome to play and they encourage you to rent their equipment rather than bring your own. Walk-in or reserve a space during the day and find a new hobby at Splatball.
Special Forces
5494 Fairhill Drive S.E.
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-0582
www.sfpgames.com
Feel like you're really in the Special Forces when you play at Special Forces Paintball. This outdoor facility offers several different courses and many different options for players. Ride a real army truck to the staging area and gear up for your game. For younger players, Airsoft rifles and lasers are available so they can join the fun as well. Seasoned paintballers will love the high-quality equipment provided and the the professionalism of the staff. Book parties, groups, or just show up to join a team during the season. Special Forces is worth the drive for the amount of fun provided by their team.
Vintage Paintball
N8645 1160th St.
River Falls, WI 54022
(651) 243-2255
www.vintagepaintballpark.com
While it may be in Wisconsin, Vintage Paintball Park is the most popular spot for Minnesotans to get their paintball on. Only 30 miles east of the Twin Cities, Vintage Paintball offers a huge outdoor facility that is comprised of over 10 courses and provides hours of fun. They use smaller paintballs to alleviate some of the impact and allow younger players to enjoy the experience without being maimed. A popular choice for birthday parties and group activities, Vintage recommends reservations during their busy season so players can avoid waiting in long lines. Get out to Vintage year-round and get a real paintball experience that's hard to forget.
Air Assault Indoor Paintball
155 Eaton St.
St. Paul, MN 55107
(651) 222-0300
www.airassaultpaintball.com
Head out to West St. Paul for another great indoor paintball field. Air Assault Paintball is the largest indoor venue in Minnesota and houses a world-class pro-shop as well. The staff at Air Assault are always on hand to help with education and maximization of fun. Sit in the observation area if you're not quite ready for battle or just jump in among the inflatable barriers and start shooting.
Area 22 Paintball
13012 Highway 22
Glencoe, MN 55336
(320) 864-6177
www.area22paintball.com
Not far from the Twin Cities in Glencoe is Area 22. With over five acres of playing field, Area 22 prides itself as the best outdoor paintball facility in the state; and with rental packages starting at $40, it's one of the most affordable facilities as well. With full size buildings scattered across the playing field and a speedball arena with inflatable obstacles, Area 22 has everything for paintballers of all ages and experience levels. Reserving the space for private events is possible any day of the week, a perfect choice for a bachelor party, company team-building event, birthday party or family reunion.
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Andrea Wodele is a freelance writer who has lived in the Twin Cities for the last 10 years. Her hobbies include exercising, driving kids around, watching Minnesota sports, and reading self-help literature. Examiner.com.
