kid-friendly activities
May 22, 2019
Nothing compares to summers spent in the Minnesota Northwoods with family and friends! The possibility for adventure is endless. Whether you want to explore the outdoors or check out some of the entertainment options in the area, the Northwoods has something for everyone. Our summers are perfect for a variety of outdoor recreation activities, especially…
May 1, 2019
Many of the ice-out dates are just around the corner, along with the fishing opener weekend! There are 14 lakes in the Minnesota Northwoods, so you can take your pick to find the perfect lake for your perfect opening day! Outside of the standard regulations, some of our lakes have their own special fishing regulations. Big…
April 24, 2019
Experience some of Cass Lake’s history in Lyle’s Logging Camp: a historically accurate museum of logging artifacts. Scaled-down replicas of equipment once used by loggers are on display, and each building is furnished as it would have been in the early days. The six building sites were made by retired forester, Lyle Chisholm, who started…
February 27, 2019
The Minnesota Northwoods is far-removed from everyday traffic and noise. The uniquely remote location and proximity to the heart of the Chippewa National Forest provides an abundance of wildlife. There are four major areas that the Chippewa National Forest takes the most pride in: lakes and wetlands, heritage resources, bald eagles, and forest ecosystems. Each…
August 29, 2018
Fall is the ideal time for biking and hiking in the Minnesota Northwoods. It’s beginning to cool down outside, the leaves are changing and creating a beautiful landscape, and because of the temperature changes, you can start to enjoy your favorite warm beverages. There are cycling trails all around the area. From paved or dirt…
August 22, 2018
Some people come to the Minnesota Northwoods to relax, and some come for the rush. And an adrenaline junky can definitely find something they want to do in the Northwoods! For starters, there’s numerous ways to be pulled behind a boat at high speeds: kneeboarding, water skiing, tubing, and barefoot skiing. On top of that, there’s jet…
August 8, 2018
Looking to explore Northern Minnesota in a new and adventurous way on your family-friendly vacation? Just looking to try something new? Geocaching is a great way to get the whole family outdoors and exploring! Surrounded by lakes and forests, geocaching in northern Minnesota is unlike anywhere else! Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunt. Participants are given…
August 1, 2018
Summer is the perfect time of year for family members from near and far to gather in one place for days’ worth of fun. A Minnesota Northwoods resort has everything you need to make your family reunion a success! Toddlers, grandparents (and even that crazy aunt) will enjoy what our family-friendly resorts offer! Our resorts…
July 25, 2018
There’s lots to do in the Northwoods of Minnesota. Here’s a list of some events around the area in August! Date City Start Time What Cost All month long Bemidji Bemidji Sculpture Walk Free Every Sunday Bemidji All Day Hoppy Hour & Beer + Board Games Free 2nd Sunday Every Month Bemidji Sign up at…
July 10, 2018
“Grilled” is the flavor of summer. Here in northern Minnesota, we grill anything and everything. Vegetables, desserts, pizza – you name it, someone has cooked it on the grill. Minnesota Northwoods is offering some of the best, basic grilling tips, so whether you’re grilling with your family in one of our summer cabin rentals, or…
June 13, 2018
The best part about Minnesota Northwoods is we are made up of 14 different resorts in 3 communities. Each resort offers their own activities and amenities that teenagers will love. Before deciding which resort to choose have your teenager take our Travel Style Quiz to see what type of vacation that would interest them the most. Use…
May 30, 2018
Building a sandcastle with your children could be frustrating, but always very rewarding at the end. Building a sandcastle requires creativity, teamwork, and a few tools. All you need is Multiple spade/ Lightweight shovels 2 or more buckets Sand Water And if you want to you can bring Paintbrush Straws Butter knife Once you have…
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