Destination Guide
Nine distinct regions, each with its own character, lakes, and traditions. Discover the independent resorts that make them unforgettable.
Whitefish Chain of Lakes
Nestled in the heart of Minnesota's renowned Whitefish Chain of Lakes, Crosslake is one of the Midwest's premier family vacation destinations with more than 14 interconnected waterways.
Boundary Waters Wilderness
Gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Ely offers travelers classic Northwoods resorts, secluded cabins, pristine lakes and endless wilderness with access to more than one million acres of protected land.
Brainerd Lakes Area
Set in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, Gull Lake is one of Minnesota's quintessential resort destinations featuring pine-lined shorelines, sandy beaches, championship golf, and classic lake cabins.
Voyageurs National Park
Tucked along the southern shores of Lake Kabetogama and Voyageurs National Park, the area offers one of Minnesota's most authentic Northwoods vacation experiences with 25,760 acres of lake and 78 miles of shoreline.
Walleye Capital of the World
Stretching across the international border between Minnesota and Canada, Lake of the Woods covers more than one million acres and is widely promoted as the 'Walleye Capital of the World.'
Lake Superior
Minnesota's North Shore stretches along the rugged shoreline of Lake Superior from Duluth to Grand Portage, featuring rocky cliffs, cobblestone beaches, waterfalls and boreal forests.
Remote Island Destination
The most remote resort destination in the Lower 48, the Northwest Angle sits at the northernmost point of the contiguous United States and is accessible by boat, air, or through Canada.
Heartland Lakes
Surrounded by more than 300 lakes and rivers in Minnesota's Heartland Lakes region, Park Rapids is known for traditional family-owned resorts and classic lake-country vacations near Itasca State Park.
Northern Minnesota
Lake Vermilion spans approximately 39,000 acres near Cook and Tower in northeastern Minnesota, with 365 islands and more than 340 miles of shoreline.
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