Detroit Lakes Minnesota 2012 Visitor Guide

Come for the Sunsets‌ tay for the Experience

S

5 STAR

Certificate of Excellence 2011 BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Lodge on Lake Detroit

BEST WESTERN Champion Award 2011

Welcome to Detroit Lakes!

If you’re new to the area, you’ll be delighted to find sparkling waters, inviting forests and wetland sanctuaries. Water beckons you to take a swim, cast a line for a fish, scuba dive or tour the lake on a slow-moving pontoon.

If you’re here for leisure, stroll our mile long sugar-sand city beach. Or, spend a lazy day in the sun on a beach.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Travel Information . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Festivals and Events. . . . . . . . . . 5 Spring and Summer . . . . . . . . 6-7

First time and return visitors will be delighted with several enhancements in Detroit Lakes. A new Veteran’s Memorial Park greets travelers at the Highway 10 and Washington Avenue intersection. Nearby, shoppers may add several stops to their downtown favorites at the new development in the Crescent Area. It’s okay if you look twice at all the new construction in Detroit Lakes with several building, landscaping and trail projects underway!

Fall and Winter. . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Rest easy – your longtime favorites are still here, offering the small town hospitality you’ve come to expect. Dining and lodging options abound.

Year round recreation and events beg you to join the fun. Bring the family and explore!

Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

You’re invited to browse the following pages for intriguing places and activities to visit while you are here. It may take more than one trip to do it all, so you’re invited back and we’ll

History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Cover photo by Wagoner Portrait Studio, snowmobile photo by Rainbow Resort, fall photo by LuAnn Porter. Page 3 photo by Marti Wermager.

Nature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Shopping and Dining . . 12, 36-37 The Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Relocation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Calendar of Events. . . . . . . 17-18 Lodging and Map Info . . . . 19-25

Area Advertisers. . . . . . . . . 26-40

25 SFI-00574

© Copyright 2012 by the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce. This publication is not for resale. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. Direct advertising inquiries or any comments to the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 348, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502-0348.

3

Traveling to the Lakes Winnipeg

CANADA NORTH DAKOTA

Thunder Bay

WISCONSIN SOUTH DAKOTA

I-29

LaCrosse I-90

I-94

Sioux Falls

IOWA

I-35

MILEAGE CHART FROM MAJOR CITIES TO DETROIT LAKES AND SURROUNDING AREA. Aberdeen, SD­................................230 Bismarck, ND­.................................243 Chicago, IL­....................................605 Des Moines, IA­..............................452 Fargo, ND­........................................45 Indianapolis, IN.............................786 Kansas City, MO­............................647 Milwaukee, WI­...............................532 Minneapolis/St.Paul, MN­...............200 Minot, ND­......................................314 North Platte, NE............................657 Omaha, NE....................................472 Pierre, SD­.......................................390 Rapid City, SD................................560 Sioux Falls, SD...............................271 Champaign, IL...............................727 St. Louis, MO­.................................752 Winnipeg, Manitoba­......................224

4

TRAVEL AND LODGING INFORMATION AT CHAMBER The Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau offices are located one block south of Highway 10 at 700 Summit Avenue, the first right turn after the Highway 10/59 overpass when traveling east.

As an Associate Travel Information Center, the traveling public may pick up free Explore Minnesota Tourism publications. Other travel materials, lodging info and member brochures are also free to the public. The building includes handicap accessible public restrooms.

The Chamber office is open MondayFriday 8:00 am-5:00 pm year round.

Call toll free 1-800-542-3992 or locally at 218-847-9202. Travel information available online at www.VisitDetroitLakes.com

WINTER SNOWMOBILE TRAIL CONDITIONS 800-433-1888

FISHING AND BIRDING HOTLINE 800-433-1888

AIR TRANSPORTATION

Detroit Lakes Airport..... 218-847-9937 Hector International Airport, Fargo (office)................. 701-241-1501 BUS SERVICE Jefferson Bus Lines........ 800-451-5333 or The Depot............ 218-844-5212 Becker County Transit.... 218-847-1674 Clay County Transit........ 800-450-7787 PASSENGER TRAIN Amtrak........................... 800-USA-RAIL AUTO RENTAL Marlo Motors................. 218-346-5888 Neresons Chev-Olds..... 218-847-5688 Taxi................................ 218-847-3456 WIRELESS INTERNET Social Cup, Lakes Brewed Awakening, LaBarista, Lakeside Tavern, The Depot, Public Library, Hotels and Motels

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

WE FEST

SCHEELS SPORTS

Festivals & Events at the Lakes

POPULAR EVENTS IN 2012 February 11 15th Annual One Lunger 100 Snowmobile Races, Detroit Lake February 10-20 Polar Fest and Polar Plunge

July 4 Fireworks at the City Beach

August 11-12 Pine Point Pow Wow

July 13-22 77th Annual Northwest Water Carnival

August 18 9th Annual Young Life Triathlon

July 25-28 120th Annual Becker County Fair

August 31-September 3 57th Annual Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion, Rollag

March 4 35th Annual Lotvola Cup XC Ski Race, Maplelag

July 29 34th Annual Arts & Crafts in the Park

May 17-20 15th Annual Festival of Birds

August 2-4 30th Annual WE Fest

June 1-2 12th Annual Street Faire at the Lakes

August 7 Crazy Day, Downtown Detroit Lakes

June 14-17 White Earth Pow Wow

August 6-12 80th Annual Pine to Palm Golf Tournament

September 1-2 22nd Annual Laddies Loppet Mountain Bike Race, Maplelag September 8 17th Annual Dick Beardsley Half Marathon/5K November 26 Santa’s Grand Parade of Lights

June 29-July 1 2nd Annual High Plains Festival

1-800-542-3992

5

T FL AT JOHN

Spring & Summer at the Lakes

JERRY SONDAG

JUMP IN! Detroit Lakes has one mile of sugarsand city beach that offers something for all ages! The beach features two boat launching accesses, and fishing and observation pier. Marina with jetski, boat and slip rentals, gas, tackle and bait are available at the city beach. Dock with slip rentals also located at Holiday Inn on the Lake and on the south side of Detroit Lake by the historic Long Bridge.

6

PUTT A ROUND If you enjoy golfing, you’ve come to the right place! The Detroit Lakes area has numerous 9-hole and 18hole courses to choose from. 9-hole courses include Maple Hills and Frazee golf courses on Highway 10 East, Wildflower Executive golf course on Hwy 59 South, and Ironman Golf Course on Hwy 21 North. 18-hole courses include Detroit Country Club, Lakeview and Wildflower on Hwy 59 South and Forest Hills on Hwy 10 West.

Families will enjoy a challenge at our area mini-golf courses!

PICNIC IN THE PARK Parks within the city offer shaded areas with picnic tables, tennis courts,

ATHENEUM GRAPHICS

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

TRI STATE DIVING

playgrounds, disc golf, softball, basketball, table tennis and shuffleboard. The City Park is located on the beach at Washington Avenue and North Shore Drive in Detroit Lakes. The restored Pavilion has been a landmark at the City Park since 1915. People’s Park on Rossman Avenue includes skateboarding, inline hockey, basketball and sand volleyball courts, as well as horseshoes.

WISHIN’ YOU WERE FISHIN’?

Bring your boat, use a local guide or drop a line off the pier at the city beach, Long Bridge or Dunton Locks.

218-847-9202

Try for walleye, northern, trophy size muskie, bass, crappie, sunfish, trout, bluegill, perch or rough fish. Call the Fishing hotline at 1-800-433-1888 for a current fishing report.

rentals and classes available. Float down the Otter Tail River on an inner tube, with rentals east of Detroit Lakes on Highway 34.

LOOKING FOR THRILLS AND ACTION? Enjoy an action-packed day of gocarts, bumper boats, batting cages and mini-golf at the amusement park on Highway 59 south. See exceptional pedal power by youth BMX bikers at the Becker County Fairgrounds. Area lakes offer some of the finest inland diving, with guides, scuba equipment

7

Itasca State Park Route (2 ½ hour drive time)

TRAVEL OUR TRAILS Bring your GPS and geocache our great outdoors! Three area state parks are located near Detroit Lakes: Maplewood State Park, 30 miles south; Buffalo River State Park, 30 miles west; and Itasca State Park, 60 miles northeast. Smoky Hills, Two Inlets and White Earth state forests are within 60 minutes of Detroit Lakes. Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge is located 18 miles northeast of Detroit Lakes. The nation’s longest scenic hiking trail has been extended from the state of New York to Itasca

8

NN EH M A L PAM

Fall & Winter at the Lakes

Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge Route (1 ½ hour drive time)

State Park and into Becker County.

For more information, go to www. northcountrytrail.org. Detroit Lakes is the western anchor of the Lake Country Scenic Byway. Discover the ATHENEUM GRAPHICS

88-mile colorful transition of prairie to hardwood and conifer forests along Highways 34 and 71.

GET FIT Public day passes to the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center provide year-round access to the pool, waterslide, fitness center, track, racquetball courts and The Backyard - the largest indoor playland in the region. Take a stroll along the city beach or get a work out by circling the lake on your bike or by foot. See the city map for two walking routes of just over one and two miles.

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

D MUDDERMAN

ATIONS FORUM COMMUNIC

AT HE N EU M

G RA PH IC S

HIT THE TRAIL! The Detroit Lakes area has over 250 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Travel through rolling prairie to secluded woodlands with north woods wildlife. A free map is available at the Chamber office.

For the latest trail conditions, call the hotline at 1-800-433-1888 or 218847-5743. Take to the groomed cross country ski trails open to the public or forge your own route. Exceptional cross country ski trails are available at Maplelag Resort, Rainbow Resort, Dunton Locks and Tamarac National

1-800-542-3992

Wildlife Refuge as well as Mountain View and East Frazee trails.

ICE IS NICE Enjoy two outdoor hockey rinks and one ice skating rink, a warming house and gazebo in People’s Park or open skating at the Kent Freeman Sports Arena. You’re invited to watch bonspiels at the Lakes Curling Club and see hockey action at the Sports Arena.

FISH A FROZEN LAKE If you think fishing in the summer is fun, try ice fishing in the winter!

Come to lakes country and you’ll see it’s a Minnesota passion. Both angling and spearing are popular ways to catch fish. Call the Chamber to find out about fish house rentals and the Rotary’s Poles N Holes Fishing Derby in February.

JOIN POLAR FEST Each February, more than a week of events lure you outside to embrace winter during Polar Fest. Take a polar plunge into the lake, run a frosty 5K and catch the brilliant fireworks display from the public beach.

9

Nature at the Lakes

GOING GREEN! Explore eight eco-friendly spots in the Detroit Lakes area to see deliberate efforts to minimize erosion, filter water and nurture habitat for fish, birds and wildlife.

See the Green Tour Map at www.

VisitDetroitLakes.com/things-to-do/ green-tour/.

DUNTON LOCKS COUNTY PARK Bring a picnic lunch and sit under one of two covered shelters. Other fun activities include bike and hiking trails, groomed cross country skiing trails and fishing. See the interpretive signage about the cultural and natural history of the area. Unique to the area, a tram transports watercraft from Muskrat Lake to Lake Sallie.

The tram operates weekends and holidays from about noon to dusk.

Dunton Locks is located next to the

10

DNR Fish Hatchery, 2.5 miles south of Detroit Lakes on Highways 59, 6 and 19.

SUCKER CREEK PRESERVE More than 60 acres of marsh, trout stream, maple-basswood forest and prairie are being preserved for future generations. Sucker Creek features easy parking for cars and buses, a half-mile handicapped accessible path, amphitheater and interpretive signs. A marshwalk is accessed by the Janet Boe Memorial Path. Located east of Detroit Lakes on Highway 10, turn south on 290th, then go 3/10 mile. For info, visit www.ci.detroitlakes.mn.us and go to recreation.

TAMARAC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE This 43,000 acre refuge includes over 20 lakes, three rivers and thousands of marshes and woodland ponds.

Over 250 birds, such as the Bald Eagle, Trumpeter Swan and Ruffed Grouse call Tamarac home. Search for white tailed deer, porcupine, otter, black bear and gray wolf. The Visitor Center is open weekdays year round, as well as summer and fall weekends. The center features an exhibit area, bookshop and auditorium. Free literature is available for self-guided auto tours and hikes.

Tamarac Refuge is located 18 miles northeast of Detroit Lakes. For details, go to www.fws.gov/midwest/tamarac/.

Due to construction please phone 218847-2641 before you visit. TYY users may call 1-800-657-3775.

HAMDEN SLOUGH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE This refuge was selected as an Important Bird Area for Minnesota.

Over 225 prairie birds, such as LeConte’s Sparrow, prairie chickens and godwits make Hamden their

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

TOM KEENAN

J. MCCAULE Y

home. A Prairie Chicken viewing blind may be reserved in the spring for a unique closer view of the birds. The refuge also offers excellent viewing of marsh and shorebirds, especially during spring and fall migrations. Look for terns, sandpipers, rails, plovers and phalaropes. Naturalists will appreciate the restoration of wetlands, native grass and wildflowers. Hamden Slough is located 6 miles NW of Detroit Lakes (one mile NE of Audubon) at the intersection of CR #104 and 210th Street. Phone 218-847-4431; TTY: 1-800-877-8339. Or see the website: www.fws.gov/midwest/ hamdenslough.

DETROIT LAKES WETLAND MANAGEMENT DISTRICT The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service manages these prairie and wooded areas that provide habitat for over 280 bird species,

including Greater Prairie-Chickens, longspurs, Sandhill Cranes, sandpipers, wrens, sparrows, meadowlarks and 29 waterfowl species. Look for whitetailed deer, bluebirds, Trumpeter Swans, woodpeckers, prairie sparrows, Osprey and waterfowl. Hike or ski the 1.5 mile Prairie Marsh Trail during daylight hours at the Headquarters WPA, one mile north of Detroit Lakes on North Tower Road. Wetland office hours are 7:30 am-4:00 pm, Monday– Friday. Due to construction, please phone 218-847-4431 before you visit; TTY: 800-877-8339. Website: www.fws. gov/midwest/DetroitLakes/.

MINNESOTA’S FIRST INTERNATIONAL BIRDING TRAIL Detroit Lakes is located in a unique transition zone where prairie meets hardwood and conifer forests. This collection of habitats provides

homes for more than 275 species of birds! Birders from across the country come to the Detroit Lakes Festival of Birds each May to see “life birds” and continue along Minnesota’s first birding trail.

Established as the Pine to Prairie Birding Trail in 1998, the route starts south of Detroit Lakes on Highway 59 and continues north for a total of 200 miles and 45 viewing sites.

In 2009, the trail was extended north to Winnipeg, Canada for a total of 75 sites along the 500-mile Pine to Prairie International Birding Trail. Get a free brochure at the Chamber office or log onto www.mnbirdtrail.com. Hear the latest bird sightings on the birding hotline, 800-433-1888 or 218-847-5743.

11

218-847-9202 JEFF BOUTON LEICA OPTICS

Shopping & Dining at the Lakes

EAT. SHOP. ENJOY! Detroit Lakes boasts a variety of shopping experiences. From a downtown mall located in historic buildings, specialty shops, department stores to super discount stores, the options are nearly endless. For justpicked freshness, catch the farmers market in Peoples Park each Tuesday and Saturday, May - October. Take in a lakes tradition by perusing tables of

12

treasures at the weekend flea market.

To quench your appetite, order some munchies on a patio overlooking the lake, enjoy dinner and a cocktail at a fine restaurant or grab a quick

bite at numerous fast food options.

Bring your laptop and relax with your favorite refreshment at a wireless Internet coffee shop or tavern.

ARE YOU GAME? The Shooting Star Casino, Hotel, and Event Center is located 35 miles north of Detroit Lakes in Mahnomen.

The Shooting Star has more than 1,000 slot machines, gaming, dining, a museum, gift shop, big name entertainment, lodging and a day spa.

ATHEN EUM G RAPHIC S

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

HISTORIC HOLMES THEATRE

The Arts at the Lakes

FIND OUR SUNNIES IN DL Hunt for 35 sunfish sculptures decorated by local artists. Snap a photo of each of these larger than life wonders on display at area businesses! A map is available at the Chamber office.

WATCH AND LEARN The stage is alive Tuesdays during the summer in the City Park and yearround at the Historic Holmes Theatre.

1-800-542-3992

Audiences will enjoy theater, music and live performances by local and international artists. The Lake Agassiz Regional Library is filled with reading materials, free Internet access and education for all ages. The Becker County History Museum walks you through time while telling the story of local history. Take a tour or research your genealogy; admission is free.

13

Business at the Lakes

ATHENEUM GRAPHICS

BUSINESS DISTRICT Businesses include a 135,000 square foot downtown shopping center, department stores, specialty shops, insurance/ financial and other professional services, grocery, dining, theaters,

14

convenience stores, discount superstores, manufacturing and industrial firms. In 2007, Detroit Lakes rang up about 62 percent of the $396 million in retail sales in Becker County.

In-city motels and hotels provide 400 rooms to visitors. Resorts, bed & breakfast inns and campgrounds provide many additional units in the Detroit Lakes area. A number of facilities in and near Detroit Lakes offer meeting and conference space for groups up to 350 people.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION Community Development Department staff can provide business owners with a variety of information concerning financing, zoning, demographics, labor force, utility rates and financial incentives.

They offer assistance in preparing loan applications, financial packaging and tax increment financing.

The Community Development Director, Larry Remmen, may be contacted at 218-847-5658. Other economic development sources include www.BESTMN.org, Becker County Economic Development

Authority, 218-846-7330; Midwest Minnesota Community Development Corporation, 218-847-3191; and Business and Entrepreneural Services, 218-846-3667.

BIG IN BECKER COUNTY Tourism and agriculture are comparable in their contribution to the gross state product. Travel and tourism in Minnesota generates $11 billion in gross sales. According to Explore Minnesota Tourism, in 2009 the leisure and hospitality industry employed 1300 people in Becker County with gross sales of over $62 million.

Among agricultural producers in the nation, Minnesota ranks in the top ten states. In 2007, Becker County had 1200 farms, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. The average size farm had 330 acres. Dairy, beef cattle, hog, sheep and turkey farms are among the most common. Top crops harvested in the county include soybeans, oats, wheat and corn.

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

Moving to the Lakes

DETROIT LAKES is the seat of Becker County. The county population is 32,500 and the city has 8,569 citizens, according to 2010 statistics.

About 17,000 people hold jobs in Becker County. Within Becker County, industries with the greatest number of employees include government; trade, transportation and utilities; manufacturing; and education and health services.

EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES Detroit Lakes School District #22 includes two elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. Students also attend three parochial schools. Enrollment of 1300 students at the Detroit Lakes campus of Minnesota State Community and Technical College work toward earning an Associate of Arts degree, Associate in Fine Arts or Associate in Science degree, or a University Transfer degree by completing two years of a Bachelor’s degree. A Community Education and Recreation program serves the area with programs such as adult basic education, GED, arts and youth programs, driver’s education and recreation.

218-847-9202

HOUSING The home ownership rate in Detroit Lakes is estimated at 65 percent.

Some of the housing alternatives include lakeshore lots, residential city lots, rural development, hobby farms, apartments, condominiums, and townhouses.

TRANSPORTATION The city of Detroit Lakes is served by a taxi service, two non-emergency health vans, two separate transit vehicles and two vehicle rental firms.

Amtrak stops nightly at The Depot at the Washington Avenue/Hwy 10 corner. Jefferson Bus Lines makes a daily west and eastbound passenger stop in Detroit Lakes at The Depot.

The city airport is located on the western edge of Detroit Lakes along Highway 10. Field elevation: 1396’.

The 4500’ x 75’ asphalt runway serves light twin engine to single engine aircraft. Other services: fuel, parts/ maintenance, overnight hangar and float service.

MEDICAL SERVICES A wide range of medical services is available in Detroit Lakes. A regional health center licensed as an 87-bed acute care hospital provides a diversity of services including emergency room and a facility for kidney dialysis. Two clinics provide primary and specialty care, with extended hours available at a daily walk-in urgent care clinic. A 7 day clinic provides express care and occupational medicine.

Additional health care businesses include professional MRI imaging; specialty face, ears, nose, neck and throat clinic; therapy, massage and chiropractic services; sleep services; behavioral health services and hospice. Ambulance staff supply advanced life support for emergency medical calls in the Becker County area.

Seniors have several options for housing and services: assisted living, memory care, mobility services, adult day care, medical supply services, transitional and home care, rehabilitation and nursing homes.

15

Worship at the Lakes

First Lutheran Church (ELCA)

912 Lake Avenue, Detroit Lakes 218.847.5656, www.firstlutheranchurch.com flc@firstlutheranchurch.com Pastor Wade Dutton; Pastor David Peterson Sunday Worship: Mem. Day-Labor Day: 8:15 &10am Sept- May: 8:15, 9:35 & 11am

Gethsemane Lutheran Church, (LCMS) 46913 State Hwy 34, Osage 218.573.3574, www.glcsnellman.com Pastor Eddie Hosch Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am

Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA)

ASSEMBLY OF GOD

EPISCOPAL

18330 US Hwy 59, Detroit Lakes 218.847.5213; www.dlaog.com; http:\\4zetaboards.com\pastor\index Sunday: 10am Worship, Wed: 6pm Dinner, 7pm All Ages

1400 Corbett Road, Detroit Lakes 218.847.5858 (church), 218.844.4414 (pastoral care) www.stlukesdl.org; stlukesdl@arvig.net We are a Total Ministry church with children’s activities.

Sunday worship 10am, Sunday School 9:30am

Detroit Lakes Assembly of God

BAPTIST

Berean Baptist Church

EVANGELICAL

CATHOLIC

12986 Co. Hwy. 15, Audubon, 218.439.3255 Pastor Dale Robins Sunday School for all ages 9am, Worship 10am; Wed. 7pm Bible Study; Fri. 7pm Youth Bible Study Air conditioned sanctuary

24995 County Hwy 6, Detroit Lakes 218.847.8914, Sunday School 9:45am, Sunday Worship 11am & 6pm Wed. 7pm Kings Kids & Adult Bible Study

Holy Rosary Catholic Community 1043 Lake Avenue, Detroit Lakes 218.847.1393, www.holyrosarycc.org Msgr. Timothy McGee Mass: Saturday 5pm; Sunday 9am and 11am

Most Holy Redeemer

106 Ontario Street, Ogema 218.983.3261, owep@tvutel.com www.whiteearthcatholiccommunity.com Father Walter Butor, O.M.I. Mass: Sunday 9am; Tues-Fri 8:30am

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 202 West Maple Avenue, Frazee 218.334.4221, www.frazeesacredheart.org Father Xavier Ilango Mass: Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 10:30am Confessions Saturday 4:30pm

St. Benedict Church

North of Jct. Hwy 34 and 21, White Earth 218.983.3519, owep@tvutel.com www.whiteearthcatholiccommunity.com Father Walter Butor, O.M.I. Mass: Sunday 11am

Lake Eunice Evangelical Free Church

INTERDENOMINATIONAL Christian Fellowship Church

28048 Meadow Drive, Detroit Lakes 218.847.3482; www.cfcdl.org, email: info@cfcdl.org Pastor Tim Rice Sunday Worship 10:30am; coffee 9:30am All welcome! Live webcast @ cfcdl.org

Northern Lights Tabernacle

Immanuel Lutheran Church (ELS/WELS) South side Hwy 10, Audubon 218.439.6259, www.audubonlutheran.org Pastor David Thompson SS/Bible Study 9:00am, Divine Services 10:00am

Lund Lutheran Church (LCMC)

25213 County Hwy. 21, Detroit Lakes 218.847.9662, www.lundlutheran.org Located 9 miles north of Detroit Lakes on County Hwy. 21 Pastor Jim Osvold Sunday School 8:30am, Worship 9:45am

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (ELCA) 19747 County Hwy 6, Audubon 218.439.6553, www.StpAugLutheran.com Pastor Paul Peterson Sunday Worship 9am Sunday School 10:15am (Sept-May)

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)

28372 N. Buffalo Lake Road, Richwood 218.847.1900, www.nlmo.org; www.agufj.weebly.com Pastor Bob St. Claire Sunday Service 10am

1401 Madison Avenue, Detroit Lakes 218.847.7211, www.trinitylutherandl.com Pastor David Wangaard, tlchurch@arvig.net Sunday Worship: 8:30 & 10:30am Sunday School: 9:35am (Sept.-May)

Strawberry Lake Christian Retreat Church

Zion Lutheran Church (LCMS)

LUTHERAN

Zion Lutheran on Franklin Lake (ELCA)

33991 Victory Way Drive, Ogema (off Cty Hwy 34) 218.983.3217, www.strawberrylake.org Sunday Service 10:30am, June-Sept.

Campers & Community Welcome

Augustana Lutheran Church (ELCA)

1100 Lake Avenue, Detroit Lakes 218.847.7630, www.zionlutherandl.org Worship: Thursday 7pm, Sunday 8 & 10:30am Sunday School 9:15am (Sept.-May)

21896 County Rd. 22, Detroit Lakes 218.439.3249, www.StpAugLutheran.com Pastor Paul Peterson Sunday School 9:30am, Sunday Worship 10:30am

24949 Franklin Lake Road, Pelican Rapids 218.863.4830, www.ziononfranklinlake.org Pastor Dale Pepelnjak Sunday worship 8:30 & 10:30am Sunday School 9:30am (Sept-May)

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church (LCMS)

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

Jct. Hwy 129 E & Hwy. 24, Ponsford 218.983.3261 office, owep@tvutel.com www.whiteearthcatholiccommunity.com Father Walter Butor, O.M.I. Mass: Sat. 4pm (CST), 5pm (CDT)

Bethlehem Lutheran Church (LCMS)

404 Richwood Road, Detroit Lakes; 218.847.8961 www.detroitlakesadventist.org; dlchurch@tekstar.com Sabbath School 9:30am; Saturday Worship: 11am Adventist Community Services, 218.847.0067 Adventist Christian School, 218.846.9764

CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE

Faith Lutheran (Independent)

St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 2066 - 2nd Street, Lake Park 218.238.6639, www.stfrancisxavier.cc Father Bob LaPlante Mass: Sunday 10am; Tuesday & Friday 8:30am

St. Theodore Church

Community Alliance Church

408 Elm Street West, Detroit Lakes 218.847.2266; www.cacdl.com Sunday Worship: Contemporary Services 8 & 11am Traditional Service & Sunday School for all ages 9:30am Childcare for ages 0-3 during all services

16

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

213 Roosevelt Avenue, Detroit Lakes 218.847.4568, www.gracedetroitlakes.org Pastor Rob Nelson, gracelutheran@arvig.net Sunday Worship: 9:30am, Sunday School: 10:30am

23115 Co. Hwy 14, Callaway 218.375.2786, www.beautifulsaviorcallaway.com Pastor Delton Stohs Sunday Worship 9:30am, Sunday School 10:30am

210 Maple Avenue East, Frazee 218.334.2866, www.BethlehemFrazee.org Pastor William Aufdenkamp Sunday Worship: 8 & 10:30am; Wednesday 7:30pm

24688 Co. Hwy 6, Detroit Lakes 218.847.1040, www.FaithLutherandetroitlakes.com Rev. Paul Larson Sunday: 7:25am radio program1340 AM, Worship 9:30am, Sunday School 10:45am, Wed. 7pm Bible study, all ages

Detroit Lakes Seventh-Day Adventist Church

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Circles of Faith United Church of Christ US Hwy 59, Waubun, 218.473.3111 (Just north of the intersections of US 59 & MN 113) Rev. Kristy May Worship 10am; Sunday School 10:15am (Sept-May)

VINEYARD

Lakes Area Vineyard Church

950 Longview Drive, Detroit Lakes 218.846.1199, email: office@lakesareavineyard.com Check our website for service times & location www.lakesareavineyard.com

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

Calendar of Events 2012 at the Lakes January

March

June

7....................2012 Finding Rainbow XC Ski Races

Rainbow Resort 7....................Lantern Lit Ski & Snowshoe, 5pm

Itasca State Park 8....................Tamarac Winter Hike, 2pm

Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge 12..................Tonic Sol-fa, 7:30pm, Holmes Theatre 20-21.............Lakes Skins Curling Bonspiel, Lakes Curling Club 21..................French Wine Tasting

Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit 22-24.............Carefree Senior Ladies Bonspiel

Lakes Curling Club 28..................Joe Chvala & the Flying Foot Forum presents

“The Percussion Project”, 7:30pm

Holmes Theatre 28..................Candlelight Ski/Snowshoe/Hike, 6pm

Buffalo River State Park

1....................Larry Yazzie, 7:30pm, Holmes Theatre

February

24-25.............Lake Region Builders Assoc. Home &

2-5.................Skiing with Time for You!

Women’s Wellness Retreat, Maplelag Resort 4....................2nd Annual Big Detroit Motorcycle

Endurance Race, Holiday Inn 4....................My Antonia, 7:30pm, Holmes Theatre 4....................Candlelight Ski/Snowshoe/Hike, 6pm

Buffalo River State Park 4....................Lantern Lit Ski & Snowshoe, 5pm

Itasca State Park 4....................Midnite Riders Classic Old Timer’s

Snowmobile Run, Lake Park 5....................Family Ski Trek, 2pm, Tamarac Wildlife Refuge 5-7.................Carefree Why Not? Bonspiel, Lakes Curling Club 10-12.............Vern Turner Memorial Bonspiel

Lakes Curling Club 10-20.............Polar Fest 11..................2012 Big Detroit Vintage 100 Snowmobile Race

Holiday Inn 11..................Breakfast Rotary Poles-n-Holes Ice Fishing Derby

Detroit Lake 17-18.............Manitoba Hydro-Electric Bonspiel

Lakes Curling Club 18..................ULTRA Vintage Snowmobile Rally & Swap Meet

on ice by DL City Beach 18..................Freeze your Buns 5K Run, DLCCC 18..................Polar Plunge, Detroit Lake 19..................Secrets of Pairings Wine Tasting Event,

Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit 25..................Candlelight Ski, 6pm, Maplewood State Park

Every Sunday,

Shady Hollow Flea Market Every Tuesday,

Tuesdays in the Park, 7p, DL City Park Every Tuesday/Saturday,

Lakes Area Farmer’s Market, 10a-2p,

People’s Park, First Wednesday,

Classic Car Display, Detroit Lakes Every Thursday,

Wildlife excursions, Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge

Live at the Lodge (beginning mid-jun), Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit Every Saturday/Sunday,

Discovery Dives, Tri State Diving 1-2.................12th Annual Street Faire at the Lakes

Downtown Detroit Lakes 2....................Muskie Fishing Opener 8-9.................Hawley Rodeo, Hawley, MN 13..................Cruise DL Night, 4-8p, West Lake Drive 14-17.............White Earth Pow Wow, White Earth 15..................Father’s Day Beer Tasting and Shrimp Boil

Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit 16-24.............Turtle Fest, Perham, MN 16-17.............Quake the Lake, Detroit Lake 29-30.............Shakespeare in the Park, 7p, DL City Park 29-Jul 1..........High Plains Festival, Soo Pass Ranch

3....................Annual Rainbow Rendezvous XC Ski Races

Rainbow Resort

3....................Global Wine Tasting Event, Best Western Premier

the Lodge on Lake Detroit

3-4.................Annual SnoDeo, Pinehurst Resort 4....................Lotvola XC Ski Race, Maplelag Resort 4....................Back Country Ski Trek, 2pm

Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge

9-10...............Lakes Curling Club Championship

Lakes Curling Club

16..................“Takin’ it to the Limit” A Tribute to the Eagles

7:30pm, Holmes Theatre

Garden Show, Sports Arena

31..................Maple Syrup Days, Vergas, MN 31..................Murder Mystery Dinner Event

Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit

April 14..................Heart O’Lakes “Honky-tonk Harmony”

7:30pm, Holmes Theatre

21..................Live at the Lodge, 6-9pm

July

Every Sunday,

Shady Hollow Flea Market Every Tuesday,

Tuesdays in the Park, 7p, DL City Park Every Tuesday/Saturday,

Lakes Area Farmer’s Market, 10-2, People’s Park First Wednesday,

Classic Car Display, Detroit Lakes Every Thursday,

Wildlife excursions, Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge

Live at the Lodge, Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit Every Saturday/Sunday,

Discovery Dives, Tri State Diving 1....................Shakespeare in the Park, 7pm, DL City Park

Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit

28..................Yamma Ensemble, 7:30pm, Holmes Theatre

May First Wednesday,

Classic Car Display, Detroit Lakes

4-5.................Holmes Spun Theatre 2, 7:30pm, Holmes Theatre 9....................Cruise DL Night, 4-8p, West Lake Drive 12..................Walleye Fishing Opener 12..................Mother’s Day Wine Tasting

Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit

17-20............15th Annual Festival of Birds, M State 26..................Bass Fishing Opener

1-800-542-3992

26-27.............Discovery Dives Begin, Tri State Diving

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

Calendar of Events 2012 at the Lakes July (continued)

4...................Fireworks @ City Beach at dusk 6-8.................Shakespeare in the Park, 7pm, DL City Park 11..................Cruise DL Night, 4-8p, West Lake Drive 13-22.............77th Northwest Water Carnival 14-15.............Phelps Mill Art Festival, Ottertail 25-28.............Becker County Fair, Fairgrounds 27-29.............Frazee Turkey Days, Frazee 29.................34th Annual Arts & Crafts in the Park, City Park

August Every Sunday,

Shady Hollow Flea Market Every Tuesday,

Tuesdays in the Park, 7p, DL City Park Every Tuesday/Saturday,

Lakes Area Farmer’s Market, 10a-2p,

People’s Park, First Wednesday,

Classic Car Display, Detroit Lakes Every Thursday,

Wildlife excursions, Tamarac National

Wildlife Refuge

Live at the Lodge, Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit Every Saturday/Sunday,

Discovery Dives, Tri State Diving 2-4.................WE Fest, Soo Pass Ranch 6-12...............80th Pine to Palm Golf Tournament

Detroit Country Club 7...................Crazy Day, Downtown DL 8....................Cruise DL Night, 4-8p, West Lake Drive 9-12...............Looney Daze Vergas, MN 11-12.............Pine Point Pow Wow 18..................Young Life Triathalon 31 - Sept 3.....Steam Threshers Reunion, Rollag MN

September Every Tuesday/Saturday,

Lakes Area Farmer’s Market, 10a-2p,

People’s Park First Wednesday,

Classic Car Display, Detroit Lakes 1-3.................Shady Hollow Flea Market 1-2.................22nd Annual Laddies Loppet, Maplelag Resort 8....................Dick Beardsley 1/2 Marathon, DL City Park

12..................Cruise DL Night, 4-8p, West Lake Drive 29..................Tamarac Fall Festival, Tamarac National

Wildlife Refuge

October Every Tuesday/Saturday,

Lakes Area Farmer’s Market, 10a-2p,

People’s Park 6....................Damien Home Tour, Detroit Lakes Area 7....................Oktoberfest, Frazee Events Center

November 1-30..............Light Up the Lakes Holiday Events,

Detroit Lakes 26.................Grand Parade of Lights, Downtown DL

December 11-31 �����������Light Up the Lakes Holiday Events,

Detroit Lakes

For a complete listing, see www.VisitDetroitLakes.com/calendar

Explore the road to Itasca and beyond...

Walker to Itasca State Park 71

34 Akeley Nevis

Detroit Lakes

34

Osage Snellman

Park Rapids

Discover the charm of the Lake Country Scenic Byway.

You’ll travel 88 miles through prime northern Minnesota vacation country.

The Byway unites the famed vacation areas of Walker, Park Rapids and Detroit Lakes along Hwy 34 and scenic Itasca State Park on Hwy 71 north.

For more information call: Itasca State Park 218-699-7251 Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber 1-800-542-3992 Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber 1-800-247-0054 Leech Lake Chamber-Walker 1-800-833-1118

www.lakecountryscenicbyway.com w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

62 *

24

W

•

C

• • •

P W H

• • •

• • •

•

• • •

P W

• • •

Holiday Inn on the Lake (39) 1155 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes 56501 877-251-9348, 218-847-2121

Big Detroit

65 *

103

W

• •

G M

•

F

F C

• •

P W H

Best Western Premier The Lodge on Lake Detroit (2) 1200 E Shore Dr., Detroit Lakes 56501 800-761-VIEW (8439), 218-847-VIEW (8439)

Big Detroit

64 *

54

H W

• •

M

•

F

F C

• •

P W

Morningside Motel (28) 31348 County Hwy 10, Frazee, MN 56544 218-334-5021

Acorn

66 C5

10

H

Pine to Palm Motel 702 West Lake Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-5669

Little Detroit

67 *

12

68 B1

390

W

70 *

6

W

Shooting Star Casino, Hotel & Event Center 777 Casino Rd, Mahnomen, MN 56557 800-453-STAR, 218-935-2711 Viking Resort Motel 612 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-841-1588

Little Detroit

•

G M

• • •

• • •

• • • •

•

• •

• •

•

• • F

Ice House Rentals

Budget Host Inn 895 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-888-2124, 218-847-4454

•

Boat dock

F

W

Boat Rentals(B) Paddleboats(P)

M

Major Credit Cards

•

Pets Allowed

H W

Outdoor Plug Ins

56

Day Spa

61 *

Fitness Center

Best Western Plus Holland House (2) 615 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-33-TULIP (88547), 218-847-4483

•

Whirlpool Rooms/Suites

F

Sauna

M G

Indoor Waterslide

• •

C

Pool (P) Whirlpool (W) Hot Tub (H)

H W

Swimming Beach

45

Outdoor Patio

60 *

Continental (C) or Full (F) Breakfast

AmericInn Lodge & Suites (28) 777 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-634-3444, 218-847-8795

Kitchenettes

•

Food (F) Cocktails (C)

Game Room (G), Meeting Rooms (M)

Handicapped Facilities

H W

Fireplaces

Internet- Hardwired (H) Wireless (W)

38

Number of Rooms

69 *

Lake

Map Location

America’s Best Value Inn & Suites Hwy 10 & 59, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 888-315-2378, 218-847-1651

Hotels/Motels

F C

•

• •

P

• •

P

•

• • • • • P H

•

B P

• • • •

•

•

•

Bed & Breakfast Inns Homestead Inn 606 E. Frazee Ave., Vergas, MN 56587 218-342-2141, 218-342-3002

Long

80 B5

4

Pickerel Hills Bed & Breakfast 32900 Carlson Dr., Rochert, MN 56578 218-841-2612

Pickerel Hills

86 C4

3

F C

M

W

•

•

F

F

• •

• • •

•

P

Vacation Home Rentals Pens & Needles Lakeside (28) 11463 US Highway 59 South Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 701-361-8319, 218-342-3959

Advertiser (ad on page number); * See City Map

Lind

44 B5

6

H W

• •

M

•

• •

•

P

•

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

H

W

East Silent

13 B6

13

• • F

H

H W

Detroit

87 *

12

• •

Upper 11 Cormorant A4

10

•

12 100 A5

•

15 C5

10

•

16 B4

5

•

H

18 D3

7

F

•

H

Ice 19 Cracking D3

8

• •

W

•

W

Map Location

Number of Units

East Silent Resort 30424 410th Street, Dent, MN 56528 800-242-6904, 218-758-2716 Edgewater Beach Club 324 Park Lake Blvd., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-1351 End of the Road Resort (32) 13471 N. Beach Pt., Lake Park, MN 56554 877-767-2752, 218-532-2365 Fair Hills Resort (40) P.O. Box 6, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 800-323-2849, 218-847-7638

Pelican

Five Lakes Resort P.O. Box 6, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 800-323-2849, 218-847-7638

Lake Five

Forest Hills RV Resort 22931-185th St., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-482-3441, 218-439-6033 Hideaway, The (32) 25574 E. Island Lake Rd., Det Lks, MN 56501 800-363-7122, 218-847-6886 Ice Cracking Lodge 30388 Co. 35, Ponsford, MN 56575 800-841-3132, 218-573-3146

Island

P

10

A F

TV C

•

P

A

TV

7

•

•

A

C

R

2

•

A F

TV C

R

1

A F

TV C

W

H

R

W

15

S

Jacob’s Cove Cabins 23163 St. Hwy. 108, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572 701-241-7925

Lida

8 A6

5

Jolly Fisherman Resort (32) 39126 Jolly Fisherman Rd., Waubun, MN 56589 800-927-2262, 701-388-8042

Big Elbow

20 D2

15

F

•

H

W

Lakecrest Resort (31) www.lakecrestresort.com 24013 U.S. Hwy 10, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-435-5459, 218-847-5459

Long

22 B4

17

• • F

H

W

•

A

F

•

L

•

R

M P

G

B

•

25

L

•

R

M P

G

B

• •

P

8

7

I R

M

G

B

•

P

1

2

I R

P

2

2

•

•

P

5

L

R

M P

G

B

•

I

I

•

G

•

P

G

S D

TV

R M

D

S

1

H

I O

5

P

G

•

P

23

•

P

• •

4

R

3

P T

R

TV C

3

•

S D

C

A F

P

3

S D

R

I

P

2

C

•

1/2

•

R M

F

B

G

TV C

TV

6

•

F

W

M P

1

R M

W

D

I R

•

P

•

P T

O

F

I

S

H

S H

L

9

I R

M P

G

B

L

R

M P

G

B

L

I

L

G

1/2

•

3

3

• •

I R

M

G

B

•

•

R

M P

G

B

• •

•

R

M

4

4

L

I

M P

G

B

L

I

M P

G

B

4

S H

• •

•

•

L

Camping Facilities

•

•

•

Major Credit Cards accepted

10

1/2

L

Ice Fishing House Rental

21 C5

TV C

Bait (B), Near (#) Miles Away

Eagle

Eagle Lake Resort 30886 Eagle Lake Rd., Frazee, MN 56544 800-571-7989, 218-334-5975

A F

Gas & Oil (G), Near (#) Miles Away

H

•

Motor Rental (M) Pontoon Rental (P)

•

3

Boat Included (I) Rental (R)

F

C

Pets Allowed

5

Crystal Lida Resort www.crystallidaresort.net 26389 County Highway 4, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572 218-863-8155

11

Laundry (L), Near (#) Miles Away

85 B6

White Earth

P

Sauna(S) Hot Tub (H)

Crystal Lida

Cedar Crest Resort (29) 29783 387th St., Waubun, MN 56589 888-492-7060, 218-473-2116

•

Pool - (I) Indoor (O) Outdoor

W

5 E3

15

Fitness Center (F) Day Spa (S)

H

Straight

Breezy Point Resort 54852 State Hwy 34, Osage, MN 56570 800-939-2630, 218-573-3125

Golf (G) Near (#) Miles Away

• •

F

Playgrounds (P) Tennis (T)

14

2

Swimming Beach

7 C2

4 B4

R

Snack Bar (S) Dining Room (D)

W

Little Floyd

Groceries (G), Near (#) Miles Away

H

Blue Sky Resort 27046 Little Floyd Lk. Rd., Det Lks, MN 56501 866-847-5521, 218-847-5521

Recreation Room (R), Meeting Rm. (M)

• •

7

TV in units (TV) Cable (C)

10

3 D4

Air Conditioning (A) Fireplaces (F)

H

Little Toad

Handicapped Facilities

Housekeeping Plan (H) American (A)

•

Birchmere Resort 18346 Birchmere Rd., Frazee, MN 56544 218-334-5741

Internet- Hardwired (H) Wireless (W)

Partial Week Rentals

H

Open Year ’Round, Fall Hunting (F)

•

Lake

Resorts

•

Advertiser (ad on page number); * See City Map

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

A

H W

•

White Earth

28 C2

8

•

H A

W

Rainbow Resort (32) 36571 Cty. Rd. 35, Waubun, MN 56589 888-734-1140, 218-734-2241

Little Bemidji

31 D2

13

• •

H

W

Rose Ridge Resort & Campground 34568 Cty. Hwy 4, Frazee, MN 56544 218-342-2060

Rose

32 C5

6

•

Serenity Bay Resort (33) 11248 Cty. Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 866-847-1610, 218-847-1610

Melissa

33 B5

9

•

H

A

Shell Lake Resort & Campground 25607 Cty. Hwy 37, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-6726

Shell

34 D3

5

•

H

A F

Skillings Lakeside Resort & RV 35041 Sybil Lk. Rd., Vergas, MN 56587 877-342-2710, 218-342-2710

Sybil

35 C5

3

Sunset Bay Resort (31) 46997 Bruhn Beach Rd., Frazee, MN 56544 218-342-2535

Long

36 C5

8

Sunset Shores Seasonal Resort & Campground 12436 Cty. Hwy. 17, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-5851

Melissa

37 B5

Tamarac Bay Resort (32) 40728 Cty. Rd. 126, Rochert, MN 56578 888-847-7096, 218-847-7096

Island

38 D3

11

F

•

H

Tamarac Resort & Campground www.detroitlakes.com/tamaracresort 800-611-8258, 218-573-3262

Round

39 D3

5

F

•

H

Valhalla Resort (32) 24218 E. Island Lake Rd., D.L., MN 56501 888-702-0653, 218-847-8753

Island

40 D3

8

Whaley’s Resort & Campground (33) 35974 Whaley’s Rd., Ponsford, MN 56575 877-WHALEYS, 218-573-3610

Many Point

41 D2

18

F

•

H

W

The Wilds Resort and Campground 45120 Maple Dr., Osage, MN 56570 800-733-3515, 218-573-3515

Shell

42 D3

6

F

•

H

W

•

F

H

W

A F

15

1/2

•

I R

M P

1/2 1/2

TV C

3

•

P

1

2

•

I

M P

2

D

•

P

10

D

•

P

3

S D

•

P

25

•

P

•

P

•

P

•

P

•

P

R M TV C

R M

TV

R M

G

C

5

R M

S

G

5

•

C

12

A

TV

R M

H

•

3

P

C

W

1

•

TV C

•

1

2

2

F

M P

TV C

F

New Horizon Resort & Lodge 2379 Perch Rd.,Waubun, MN 56589 800-533-1940, 218-473-2138

I R

S

S H

S

1

• •

•

• • •

L

F

•

I

L

L

M P

G

B

•

M P

G

B

• • •

•

I

M

G

B

•

•

R

M P

3

3

•

R

M

B

•

L

•

R

10

S

Camping Facilities

• •

•

Major Credit Cards accepted

11

1

Ice Fishing House Rental

Little 27 Sugarbush C3

Maplelag Resort and Conference Center (29) 30501 Maplelag Rd., Callaway, MN 56521 800-654-7711, 218-375-4466

•

Bait (B), Near (#) Miles Away

H

Gas & Oil (G), Near (#) Miles Away

•

Motor Rental (M) Pontoon Rental (P)

12

Boat Included (I) Rental (R)

26 B4

P

Pets Allowed

Little Floyd

•

Laundry (L), Near (#) Miles Away

Madsen Grove Resort (33) P.O. Box 1598, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 800-847-5830, 218-847-5830

H

10

Sauna(S) Hot Tub (H)

5

R M

P

Pool - (I) Indoor (O) Outdoor

25 B5

TV

•

Fitness Center (F) Day Spa (S)

Loon

A F

H

Golf (G) Near (#) Miles Away

Loon Lake Resort 32053 Loon Dr., Vergas, MN 56587 218-342-2509, Seasonal

•

Playgrounds (P) Tennis (T)

1

3

Swimming Beach

29 C3

Snack Bar (S) Dining Room (D)

Little Sugar Bush

Groceries (G), Near (#) Miles Away

Little Sugar Bush Resort & RV 29236 Cty. Hwy. 34, Callaway, MN 56521 218-375-2107

Recreation Room (R), Meeting Rm. (M)

10

TV in units (TV) Cable (C)

23 B5

Air Conditioning (A) Fireplaces (F)

West Loon

Handicapped Facilities

Housekeeping Plan (H) American (A)

Internet- Hardwired (H) Wireless (W)

Partial Week Rentals

Open Year ’Round, Fall Hunting (F)

Number of Units

H

Map Location

•

Lake

Lillibridge’s Maple Beach Resort (31) 31026 Cty Rd. 4, Vergas, MN 56587 800-854-0157, 218-342-2581

Resorts

5

I R

M

G

B

6

•

P

20

20

I

M P

G

B

I R

M

G

B

• •

I

M

G

B

•

R

M P

G

B

V MC

I R

M P

G

B

• •

G

D

•

P T

12

L

12

S

•

P

20

L

A

TV

R

G

•

P

A F

TV

R

G

• •

P

•

L

25

L

•

•

Advertiser (ad on page number); * See City Map

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

30

Forest Hills RV Resort 22931 - 185th St., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-482-3441, 218-439-6033

16 B4

180 150

Heisler Country Camping 31870 Cty. Hwy. 130, Vergas, MN 56587 218-342-2233

52 B5

60

30

30

Little Sugar Bush Resort & RV 29236 Cty. Hwy. 34, Callaway MN 56521 218-375-2107

Little Sugar Bush

29 C3

31

Long Lake Campsite & RV Resort (32) 17421 W. Long Lake Rd, Detroit Lakes 56501 218-847-8920

Long

53 B4

100 50

Rainbow Resort (32) 36571 Cty. Rd. 35, Waubun, MN 56589 888-734-1140, 218-734-2241

F S

L

F P

4

F S

L

F P

2

1/4

F P

1/4

•

W

R

180 100 80 180 W

R M

30

60

25

25

R

•

F S

4

30

30

30

R

•

S

F P

100 29

R

•

F S

F P

100

Little 31 Bemidji D2

8

8

8

Rose

32 C5

6

6

6

Serenity Bay Resort/Campground (33) 11248 Cty. Hwy. 17, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 866-847-1610, 218-847-1610

Melissa

33 B5

16

10

6

14

Shell Lake Resort/ Campground 25607 Cty. Hwy. 37, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-6726

Shell

34 D3

35

33

2

35

Skillings Lakeside Resort & RV 35041 Sybil Lk. Rd., Vergas, MN 56587 877-342-2710, 218-342-2710

Sybil

35 C5

•

9

9

9

Sunset Shores Resort & Seasonal Campground 12436 Cty. Hwy. 17, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-5851

Melissa

37 B5

•

20

20

20

Tamarac Resort & Campground www.detroitlakes.com/tamaracresort 800-611-8258, 218-573-3262

Round

39 D3

48

45

Whaley’s Resort & Campground (33) 35974 Whaley’s Rd., Ponsford, MN 56575 877-WHALEYS, 218-573-3610

Many Point

41 D2

19

15

The Wilds Resort and Campground 45120 Maple Dr., Osage, MN 56570 800-733-3515, 218-573-3515

Shell

42 D3

16

14

Rose Ridge Resort & Campground 34568 Cty. Hwy 4, Frazee, MN 56544 218-342-2060

15

3

4

19

2

16

25

8

20

W

R M

48

G

L

F P

•

F S

2

F P

2

14

14

•

F S

L

F P

5

15

33

• •

F S

L

F P

G

9

9

•

48

48

19

19

14

•

1

• •

2

• •

•

R

M P

S D

•

R

M P

•

I

•

R

•

P

•

R

•

F S

L

F P

G

W

R

•

F S

L

F P

G

W

R

•

F S

L

F P

G

D

S

S H

•

3

•

G

•

10

•

S

•

12

• • •

I

F P

5

6

1/4

S

• • •

•

F S

20

S D

M P

Golf (G) Near (#) Miles Away

30

30

R

Fitness Center

6

•

Sauna (S) Whirlpool/Hot Tub (H)

30

15

Major Credit Cards accepted

51 *

F P

Pets Allowed

Glawe

L

Launch Ramp

Country Campground 13639 - 260th Ave., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 800-898-7901, 218-847-9621

F S

R

Gas & Oil (G), Near (#) Miles Away

4

•

Paddleboats

10

G

Motor Rental (M) Pontoon Rental (P)

36

F P

Boat Included (I) Rental (R)

6

L

Swimming Beach

26

F S

Pool - (I) Indoor (O) Outdoor

36

•

Snack Bar (S) Dining Room (D)

3 D4

Groceries (G), Near (#) Miles Away

Little Toad

Firewood (F) Picnic Tables (P)

Birchmere Resort / Campground 18346 Birchmere Rd., Frazee, MN 56544 218-334-5741

Laundry (L), Near (#) Miles Away

141 119 W

Flush Toilets (F), Showers (S)

141

Dump Station

4

Number of Sewer Sites

148 106

Recreation Room (R), Meeting Rm. (M)

Internet- Hardwired (H) Wireless (W)

Number of Electric Sites with 30 amp

Number of Electric/Water Sites

Number of Electric Sites with 50 amp

Number of Tent Sites

50 *

Number of Seasonal Sites

Little Detroit

Number of Sites - Total

Map Location

American Legion Campground 810 West Lake Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-3759

Seasonal Only

Lake

Campgrounds

G

• • •

•

G

•

M P

•

G

•

M P

•

3

• •

•

1

S

•

25

1

•

M

•

R

10

G

•

R

M

•

G

• • •

•

R

M P

•

G

• • •

•

R

M P

•

G

• • •

12

•

30

25

Advertiser (ad on page number); * See City Map Seasonal

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

J D HH

Lake C

S

A

ay

yw ountry Scenic B

DETROIT LAKES

W O 69

Not every street may be shown on map

B L R

il

E

MM

CC

Holmes U St

Tr a

K

N

AA

Bi rd in

g

I

iri e

V

Y

F

Pr a

N

Pi ne

to

P 61

X

FF

JJ

60

II

KK

H

62

BB

Z C 70 67 50

eL Mil

GG

ub gP on

T

lic Bea ch

G 65

87

M

LL

64

Points of Interest in Detroit Lakes K

DD

Q

A. Airport B. Amtrak Depot/Jefferson Bus C. Becker County Fairgrounds D. Humane Society of the Lakes E. Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau F. City Offices G. City Park H. High School I. Court House/Sheriff J. Curling Club K. Dunton Locks County Park L. Fire Station M. Football Field N. Holy Rosary School O. Middle School P. Lincoln Education Center Q. Long Bridge R. History Museum S. MN State Community & Technical College T. Pavilion U. Police Department

Co.

Hwy

V. Public Library W. Roosevelt Elementary X. Rossman Elementary Y. Hospital Z. Sports Arena A.A. U.S.Post Office B.B. MN Flyers Gymnastics C.C. Community & Cultural Center/Historic Holmes Theatre D.D. Bike Trail to Dunton Locks E.E. Sucker Creek Preserve F.F. Snappy Softball Complex G.G. Public Beach H.H. Soccer Fields I.I. Washington Baseball Field J.J. Food Pantry K.K. People’s Park L.L. Scenic Overlook M.M. Veteran’s Memorial Park Boat Landing

Walking Routes 1.12 Miles, T to CC ; 2.04 Miles, T to LL

EE

51

Detroit Lakes - Very Accommodating!

American Legion Campground

Country Inn & Suites

810 West Lake Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 • 218-847-3759

1330 Highway 10 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-2000 • 800-456-4000 • FAX 218-847-5806

The American Legion campground offers your family the convenience of the only full-service campground within the city limits. A variety of spacious sites - full service, electric, tent - are available to accommodate your needs. A shelter house is available for picnics, with picnic tables at all sites and fire pits at most sites. Clean restrooms and showers are accessible in two locations. For your convenience, a store and a laundromat are available. Active families will enjoy horseshoes, playground and nearby beach. Located close to fairgrounds and sports arena, we invite you to spend your vacation at the American Legion Campground.

May 1 - September 30 .......................................................................... 148 Units

America’s Best Value Inn

Jct. Highway 10 & 59 • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-1651 • 888-315-2378 • www.americasbestvalueinn.com Located at the junction of Hwy 10 and 59, we have easy access to all the recreational activities of Detroit Lakes. Snowmobiling, crosscountry skiing, fishing, horseback riding, amusement parks, and shopping are all within a short drive. Check out our newly remodeled facilities. Our guests enjoy our continental breakfast with waffles, Free High Speed Internet, friendly service and clean, quiet rooms with cable TV/HBO and outside outlets. Nonsmoking rooms available and we allow pets with permission. Adjacent to Perkins Restaurant.

Open all Year.............................................................................................38 Units

Americlnn Lodge & Suites

777 Highway 10 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-8795 • 800-634-3444 • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 www.americinn.com/hotels/mn/detroitlakes detroitlakes.mn@americinn.com Welcome to the AmericInn where we excel at providing wonderful Minnesota Hospitality! Upon arrival, experience a warm welcome with a manager’s reception offered during the week with seasonal treats which may include fresh baked cookies, hot soup or popcorn. Every guest room has a fridge, microwave, 32” LCD TV, iron and ironing board, coffee maker and much more! Choose from several suites that include fireplaces and whirlpools! Keep in contact with your online world with HSWI, (hardwire also available) and in our business center available for all guests! Enjoy our game room with a pool table, or experience our fitness center with brand new equipment. We have a pool, whirlpool and sauna. In the morning we offer an expanded continental breakfast with sausage, waffles and eggs! Short distance to downtown shopping, recreation and city beach. Country Kitchen next door. Pet friendly, offer AAA and Senior Discount.

Discover the Country. Stay with us and discover a charming, cozy place where you’ll feel right at home. Our generous hospitality will welcome you and our reasonable rates will let you rest easy. Expect convenient extras like: Free continental breakfast, Free local telephone calls, Free High Speed Internet, Complimentary coffee, Free daily newspaper, Free HBO, Kids 18 & under stay free with an adult. Enjoy our indoor pool and hot tub. A Cozy Stay at a Comfortable Price.

Open All Year.............................................................................................45 Units

Holiday Inn On The Lake

1155 Highway 10 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-2121 • Fax: 218-847-2121 • www.holidayinndl.com The Holiday Inn stands on the north shores of Big Detroit Lake.

We offer 2 entertainment & dining options, unmatched hotel amenities and staff. The Ice House Restaurant has delicious food & sensational patio seating; serving breakfast, lunch and dinner or stay in your room and call for room service.

The Holiday Beach Bar & Grill delivers fun entertainment several days a week, has flat screen TVs, great food, and excellent drink specials right on the beach. The hotel features a full banquet and catering facility with an on-site event coordinator for your next special occasion. We have an indoor pool, kiddie pool, whirlpool, sauna, exercise room and arcade; plus outside activities include a playground, picnic & grilling area, marina, paddle boats, bikes, canoes, & kayaks. Adjacent to the hotel there are bike trails, snowmobiling trails and ice fishing right out the back door. We offer fun in every season and relaxation all the time.

Open All Year...........................................................................................103 Units

Holiday Haven Motel 220 West Lake Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 • 218-847-5605 www.holidayhavenmotel.com holidayhavendl@arvig.net Lake front kitchenettes, next to the mile long beach. Close to shopping, dining and city events. Amenities include WIFI and cable TV. You’ll find rooms to be patterned for you, like a quilt… full of warmth, simple kindness and a feeling of home. Let us warm your stay!

Open All Year............................................................................................ 10 Units

Open All Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Units

BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Lodge on Lake Detroit

BEST WESTERN PLUS Holland House

1200 East Shore Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (218) 847-8439 • (800) 761-VIEW www.thelodgeonlakedetroit.com • info@thelodgeonlakedetroit.com

615 Highway 10 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-4483 • 800-33-TULIP • Fax: 218-847-1770 www.bestwestern.com/PlusHollandHouse bwhollandhouse@lakesnet.net

Find everything you need for a great stay at “Our House!”

Thoughtful amenities. Warm hospitality. Scandinavian charm.

Legendary service. All rooms feature modern décor, free WiFi & HSIA (hardwired), 32” HDTV, DVD player, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, iron & board, alarm clock w/MP3 connection. Choose from Whirlpool or Family Suites, Deluxe, Traditional or Bunk Bed Rooms. Slide in some fun! Our tropical indoor pool area has a 133’ WATERSLIDE, swimming pool, whirlpool & Dew Drop. Fantastic value! We’ll treat you to a Weekday Welcome Reception w/Nacho bar or other items. A full hot breakfast is included w/your stay; hot eggs, meat, pancakes, waffles, lefse & more! Business Center. Guest Laundry. Well lit bus & trailer parking. Direct snowmobile & bike trail access. Lobby library offers board games & DVD’s to enjoy. Request designated “pet friendly” rooms w/private exterior entrance. Family owned & operated for 4 generations. Awarded “Best of Best” by B/W Int’ for cleanliness & service.

An Eco-friendly, Lakefront Lifestyle Hotel & Spa on Big Detroit Lake. Revel in affordable luxury. All rooms smoke-free & lakefront.

Amenities abound. Discover walk-in glass enclosed showers, upscale bedding, 42” flat panel wall mounted HDTV’s, wet bars, private balconies, in-room safes, free WiFi & HSIA & commissioned artwork by regional artists. Some suites w/Kitchenette. Renewal Spa Suites feature aromatherapy whirlpool & fireplace. 24-Hr Fitness Room. Indoor Pool Area. Fireplace lobby features LoLaD’s Bistro & Bar for guests & grand piano sunset serenades. Rejuvenate. The Spa Within offers massages, facials, body wraps & nail services. Located on 550’ of lakeshore, enjoy a private beach & swim area, rain gardens, fire-pits, paddle boats, kayaks, boat slips & ice house rentals.

For business & special occasions, Meeting Room hosts up to 85 ppl. Lakefront Board Room hosts 12 ppl. Catering & equipment avail incl’ 120”screen & LCD projector. Business Center. Complimentary full, hot breakfast buffet. Visit our website for upcoming wine tastings, murder mystery dinners & “LIVE at The Lodge” music events. Awarded Sustainable Tourism Award by MN Office of Tourism.

Open All Year.............................................................................................54 Units

Pine to Palm Motel

Open All Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Units

702 West Lake Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-5669 • www.pinetopalmdl.com • pinetopalm@msn.com

Budget Host Inn

We invite you to relax in comfort while you visit the Detroit Lakes area. Each unit is air-conditioned and has a color cable TV, and showers. Kitchenette units are available. Directly across from the mile-long public beach, we are near the fairgrounds and sports arena. An easy jaunt brings you to parks, restaurants, shopping, Laundromat and marina. Winter enthusiasts can explore the frozen lake landscape by snowmobile or skis, or take a 10-minute trip to begin 200 miles of groomed snowmobile trails.

895 Highway 10 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-847-4454 • 800-888-2124 • FAX 218-847-3326 www.budgethostdl.com • budgethost@arvig.net A quality Budget Host facility, our motel is centrally located on US Highway 10 a few blocks from the public boat docking on Big Detroit Lake, downtown shopping, restaurants, city parks, and sporting events.

Guests enjoy free continental breakfast, high speed wireless Internet and more than two acres of wooded surroundings with plenty of room to picnic or walk the dog, plus mini-golf. Family rooms accommodate up to six people, and all rooms offer the convenience of a microwave, refrigerator, and in-room coffee. Our updated, clean and comfortable rooms are all on ground level and offer at-door parking including plenty of lighted parking for trucks & trailers. You definitely get the most when you stay at the Budget Host.

Open All Year............................................................................................ 24 Units

See you at the Lakes!

VisitDetroitLakes.com • 800.542.3992

Open Year Round..................................................................................... 12 Units

Viking Resort Motel 612 West Lake Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 218-841-1588 Directly across from the picturesque Detroit Lake and beautiful sandy beach, we invite you to a “gracious and quiet vacation on the waterfront.” Each spacious, clean and comfortable unit features a fullyequipped kitchenette, color cable TV, wireless Internet and at-door parking. City parks, marina, shopping, restaurants, fairgrounds, sports arena, and public beach are all within an easy walk. Golf courses and a riding stable all within a 5-minute drive. Rent by the day, week, month or season.

Open May - End of September.................................................4 units plus house

History of the Lakes

golf. gather. getaway IN

THE NAME “DETROIT” came about when a French Catholic Priest camped on the shore of the lake with a view of the sun setting across the water. The water was low and revealed a sandbar, creating a narrow strait that glistened in the light of the setting sun.

The Priest exclaimed, “What a beautiful detroit,” meaning “strait” in French.

Consequently, the city was named Detroit. Due to continuous postal mix-ups between Detroit, Minnesota and the betterknown Detroit, Michigan, a special election was held

26

-N-PL

’S

S

TA Y

DETROIT LAKES— A CITY WITH A PAST From the 1830’s until the 1860’s, one of three branches of the Red River Ox Cart trails, which ran from St. Paul to Canada, came right through the area later to be settled as Detroit. Settlement of this area began in 1871, as the Northern Pacific Railroad etched its way westward through Becker County.

Detroit founder, Colonel George Johnston came to Minnesota in 1871 to select lands for the New England Colony. In 1873, Detroit Township boasted the first grain warehouse built west of Duluth on the Northern Pacific Railroad.

N E S OT A

Best M

AY

ituated on 250 acres and carved out of 90,000 red S pines in the heart of Lake Country, this is Minnesota’s premier resort in Ottertail.

on September 7, 1926 to change the city’s name to Detroit Lakes to reflect its landscape. This befitting title has remained ever since.

DETROIT LAKES still boasts many historic buildings and attractions some of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. Be sure to walk the historic downtown, visit the renovated Graystone Hotel Building, the Historic Holmes Theatre, the Pavilion and City Park, the Becker County Courthouse, the Carnegie Library, Dunton Locks, The Depot, and Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge.

FOR MORE INFORMATION on historic people, places or events stop into the Becker County History Museum, Research Library and Gift Shop; located at the corner of Summit Avenue and Front Street. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm year round. Admission is free. Call 218-847-2938 for more information.

featuring · Championship 18-hole golf course · All-suite hotel and conference center · WIlly T’s Tavern & Grill · Indoor waterpark

Perham FARGO

78

10

Otter Tail Lake 94

78 Ashby TWIN CITIES

1.877.294.7981

www.thumperpond.com

Detroit Lakes Public Utilities Electric • Data communications • LakesNet Internet • Water Wastewater • Utility services

The D.L. Public Utilities Commission welcomes you to the 412 Lakes Area.

Looking to expand your business? Our City owned and operated utilities take PRIDE in being a part of the team helping in the development of our community. Check with us for the latest services and cost saving programs being offered.

City owned and operated utilities offer consumer protection at its very best.

PUBLIC UTILITIES 1025 Roosevelt Avenue, Detroit Lakes 218-847-7609 www.detroitlakes.org

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

Pine to Prairie International Birding Trail Minnesota’s First Birding Trail Detroit Lakes is located in a unique transition zone of tallgrass prairie and deciduous and conifer forests. Over 250 species of birds are found in the Detroit Lakes area of the Pine to Prairie Trail. Grab a birding brochure for excellent birding!

24. Waubun Wildlife Management Area 25. Helliksen Prairie Waterfowl Production Area 26. Hamden Slough National Wildlife Refuge 27. Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge 28. Detroit Lakes Wetlands Management District 29. Dunton Locks County Park 30. Felton Prairie 31. Buffalo River State Park / Regional Science Center 32. Bluestem Prairie Scientific and Natural Area

Celebrate Spring Migration each May at Detroit Lakes’ Festival of Birds BIRDING HOTLINE: 1-800-433-1888

www.mnbirdtrail.com

Come take a look at...

DETROIT LAKES Sites from 2 acres and larger are available.

All sites serviced with industrial capacity water, sewer, electrical services. A rail spur, 2 RRs and 3 major trunk highways along with a 4500 ft. surfaced runway at the Detroit Lakes/Becker County Airport provide for all your company’s transportation needs.

An excellent downtown shopping district serves the community adequately and economically.

Motel and resort accommodations along with many fine dining establishments are here for your use. Add our top-rated public school system, excellent parks and recreation program, as well as our 5 golf courses and Detroit Lakes is just about all a person could ask for.

Our IDC and Detroit Lakes Development Authority can help you make the right decisions.

Come take a look today! www.ci.detroit-lakes.mn.us

1-800-542-3992

It’ll be the most pleasurable business trip you’ve ever dreamed of. *For More Information Contact: Larry Remmen (218)847-5658

27

Whether you are traveling or are a full-time resident in this area, we make getting medical care easy. Our physicians and medical staff can help you with all your health care needs.

To schedule an appointment call Sanford Clinic Detroit Lakes at (218) 846-2000.

900-99000-0257 9/10

28

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

Cedar Crest Resort

A

Family

Resort

on

Beautiful

White

Earth

Lake

Cedar Crest Resort

A

Family

Resort

on

Beautiful

White

Earth

Lake

OPEN YEAR ROUND

www.VisitDetroitLakes.com Cedar Crest Resort Lodging • Coupons Maps Earth A Family Resort •onCalendar Beautiful • White

Lake

OPEN YEAR ROUND • Cabins • RV Park • Motel-Like Units • Lodge • Full Restaurant • Game Room •700 Boats • MotorsAve. Summit • Bait • Gas • Laundry • Safe Sandy Beach Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 • Playground • Outdoor Games • Golf Nearby

• Cabins • RV Park • Motel-Like Units • Lodge • Full Restaurant • Game Room • Boats • Motors • Bait • Gas • Laundry • Safe Sandy Beach • Playground • Outdoor Games • Golf Nearby Reservations Or Information

888-492-7060 or 1-218-473-2116 Fred & Karen Brower 29783 387th St. Waubun, MN 56589 www.CedarCrestResort.net ccr@arvig.net

Snowmobiling - Located on Snowmobile Trail Ice House Rental

1-800-542-3992 Reservations Or Information

218-847-9202 888-492-7060 or 1-218-473-2116 OPEN YEAR ROUND www.CedarCrestResort.net ccr@arvig.net

Fred & Karen Brower 29783 387th St. Waubun, MN 56589

• Cabins • RV Park • Motel-Like Units Snowmobiling - Located on Snowmobile Trail • Lodge IceRestaurant House Rental • Full • Game Room • Boats • Motors • Bait • Gas • Laundry • Safe Sandy Beach • Playground • Outdoor Games • Golf Nearby Reservations Or Information

888-492-7060 or 1-218-473-2116 www.CedarCrestResort.net ccr@arvig.net Snowmobiling - Located on Snowmobile Trail Ice House Rental

218-847-9202

29

Tune in

to Music and News in the Lakes Area.

KDLM is the station you can count on for local news, sports and live local talk in the Detroit Lakes area. Listen online at 1340kdlm.com

Catch the all new Wave 104.1—The Lakes Best Music!

Listener created. Listener approved. Listen online at catchthewave1041.com

KRCQ - Today’s Stars and Legends “Real Country 102” brings great traditional country music 24 hours a day to the greater lakes region of Minnesota. Listen online at realcountry102.com

TV3 Lakes Area Television features the people and places of the lakes area.

Visit lakestv3.com

800.545.1041 218.847.5624

www.sunsetbaymn.com 888-97-SUNNY | fish@sunsetbaymn.com

LILLIBRIDGE’S Maple Beach Resort

* 2 bedroom lakeview cabins nestled under the trees. *Boat with cabin. * Access to 3 spring-fed lakes with great fishing (free freezer service) * Safe, sandy beach * Children's Playground * Pontoon Rental * Motor, fans, life jacket, microwave rentals * PETS WELCOME! Call for free information:

1-800-854-0157

(Locally 218-342-2581)

Open May 15 • Off-Season Rates in May & Sept.

31026 County Road No. 4, Vergas, Minnesota 56587 • West Loon Lake

CHARLES & ALVINA Winter Address: 910 5th Ave. S., Fargo,ND 58103 • 701-232-6717

Family Vacations are Remembered Forever

Detroit Lakes, MN

• 17 Deluxe Individual Cabins • Family Reunions Welcome • Great Sand Beach • Open All Year

www.lakecrestresort.com 1-800-435-5459 1-800-542-3992

31

Long Lake

Campsite & R.V. Resort 3 Miles West of Detroit Lakes on Beautiful Long Lake Open May 1-Sept. 21 Reservations:

218-847-8920

17421 W. Long Lake Rd., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

• Good fishing, shade • Beautiful sandy beach • Large Playground • Full hook-up, or electric & water • Showers, restrooms, picnic tables, fire pits • Store with R.V. supplies & groceries • Rec. building • Volleyball, Horseshoes • Pontoon • Boats • Motors, Gas & Oil • Bait & Tackle

Beautiful & spacious grounds with more than a mile of lakeshore and more than 500 acres of land. Winterized, modern & deluxe housekeeping lakeside cabins and vacation homes, 3 are handicap accessible. Lodge w/short order grill, game room, laundry, campground, showers, sauna, children’s playground & two beaches. Hike, Bike or Cross-Country Ski on 23K groomed resort trails. Rental equipment available. Access to hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails. 1/2 hr. west of Itasca State Park. Access 3 lakes, Little Bemidji, Big Elbow & Johnny Cake. Visa/MC, wireless Internet.

A Family Resort

END OF THE ROAD RESORT

• 10 Housekeeping Cabins with gas grills • 850 Acres Lake W/Access to 3 Other Lakes • Bait/Tackle/License • Motor/Gas/Oil • Groceries/Ice/Pizza Steve & Cheryl Hedlund • Soft water Showers 13471 N. Beach Pt. Lake Park, MN 56554 • Campfire/Picnic Tables • Pirate Ship Playland 218-532-2365 • Horseshoes/Volleyball/Basketball 1-877-767-2752 (Toll-Free) • 4 Nearby Golf Courses e-mail: endroad@loretel.net Web Site: www.endoftheroadresort.com • Flea Market/Antique/Gifts

Al & Marg Chirpich

25574 East Island Lake Road Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

800-363-7122 218-847-6886

See Map Legend For Amenities. Fax Service Available.

Web Site: www.detroitlakes.com/hideaway • E-mail: amchirp@lakesnet.net

40728 County Road 126 Rochert, MN 56578-9624

Terry & Susan Liem 888-847-7096 218-847-7096 e-mail: tamaracbay@lakesnet.net www.tamaracbayresort.com

• Fishing/Family Resort with excellent reputation • Beautiful setting on sheltered bay • Eleven modern cottages with decks - all at lake level • Gently sloping sandy swimming beach, kayaks, canoes, pontoon boat, paddle boats, boats and motors • Open thru October for duck and grouse hunting

32

• Beautiful Sunsets • Safe Sandy Beach • Playground • Free Kayak & Canoe Use • Campground • 8 Cabins Along 1/2 mi Shoreline • Good Fishing - Walleye, Sunfish

The Grotnes Family

24218 East Island Lake Rd., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-8105

www.detroitlakes.com/valhalla • 1-888-702-0653 • (218) 847-8753

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

er m m u S r u o Y -A-Way! Ge t

Children and Youth Programs

Rentals

Open Daily 9-8

Available

At the end of Whaley’s Road, find peaceful family vacations, terrific fishing, beautiful wooded grounds, private access to miles of trails & a sandy swimming beach. We have 18 HSKG cabins, Lodge with snacks, games, groceries, licenses, gas & bait. Rent boats, motors & pontoons. Guests enjoy playground, horseshoes,

paddleboats, kayaks, canoes, fitness room, basketball & Sat. TV. Seasonal & weekly full hook-up camping.

Pete & Marge McEwen

92% undeveloped shoreline. Open May to September.

Spring/Fall discounts. No jet skis, please.

• Lakeside Housekeeping Cabins • Sugar Sand Beach • Color Cable TV’s • Pets Welcome • Mini Vacations and Reunions • Walking Distance to Golf • Fish on 3 Lakes • Full Service Scuba Shop~1/2 mi.

Where family time is fun time!

Same Management for Over 50 Years call for a free Brochure: 1-800-847-5830

or Write: P.O. Box 1598, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502-1598 http://detroitlakes.com/madsen email: madsgrov@arvig.net

218-847-9202

runners. boats & wave ng boats, ski e.com pontoon, fishi rin ma jk w. tes at ww Check out ra

Memorial Day to Labor Day. Spring & Fall rentals by appointment.

Located on the Detroit Lakes City Beach and Hwy 10 West across from Wal-mart

(218) 847-7291 • www.jkmarine.com

11248 County Hwy. 17 Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 Call us toll free: 866-847-1610 218-847-1610

Serenity Bay Resort Cabins & Camping on Lake Melissa

• 8 Cozy Country Cabins • Fully Equipped Play Ground • Big Sandy Beach

• Boat & Pontoon Rental • Close to Golf, Fleamarket, and Food

Very friendly and helpful staff to keep

you coming back!

33

A Place to Live, Play & Enjoy Summmer Amenities • Long Term Financing Available • City Water & Sewer Provided to each site

Dreaming of an Affordable Summer Getaway, Second Home or Lake cabin?

• Eight Eating & Drinking Establishments accessible by boat

• Boat Access to Big & Little Detroit Lakes as well as Muskrat Lake and Lake Sallie.

We help deliver dreams

• 130 Spacious Lots

Exclusive Ownership RV Community

• Exercise Studio

• New Club house

Lots/Lake Access/city of Detroit Lakes

• 1.8 Mile Walking Path

• Indoor Swimming Pool & Game Room

• Laundry Facilities & Private Showers

• Hot Tub

• Secure Indoor & Outdoor Boat Storage

• Banquet Room (Seats 65+)

• Private marina for Owners

• Common Areas are maintained by Management Company

• Sports Field - Bocce Ball, Horseshoes, Basketball, Volleyball, Shuffleboard

• All Lots Equipped with Phone, Cable TV & High Speed Internet • Location and proximity to Detroit Lakes

Starting at

OPEN HOUSE WEEKENDS OR COME TOUR ANYTIME May 19-20, June 22-23, July 20-21, August 24-25

• Park Models Available

35,000

$

14799 Hwy 59 South, Detroit Lakes 56501 • 218-847-1223 • 877-357-6279 • www.riverviewdl.com

Our 96th Year

Detroit Country Club A Public Golf Course Detroit Country Club 18 Holes Par 71 (218) 847-5790 Lakeview Golf Course 18 Holes Par 64 (218) 847-8942 P.G.A. Professional Mark Holm Greens Superintendent Darwin Lindsey

Little Easy on the Green

Private Parties by Reservation (218) 847-2512

www.detroitcountryclub.com

9 Holes - Par 36 3,023 yards Daily, Weekly or Season Rates Rental Carts & Clubs

Home of the

Pine to Palm August 6-12, 2012

5 miles south on Hwy. 59, Detroit Lakes

Golf Maple Hills www.maplehillsgolfclub.com

Tee Time Recommended Pro Shop, Pro Line & Custom Made and DRIVING RANGE Rating & Slope Information Blue 68.6/112

(218) 847-9532 GOLF CLUB, INC.

34

4 Miles East of Detroit Lakes on Hwy. 10 Open to the Public

w w w. V i s i t D e t r o i t L a k e s . c o m

Washington Mall • Detroit Lakes, MN 808 Washington Ave. Suite 10 • (218) 847-0142

BUY LOCAL! BUY FRESH! Located in Peoples Park Detroit Lakes

10 am-2 pm Tuesdays & Saturdays May thru October www.lakesareafarmersmarket.com Berries • Vegetables • Plants • Jams & Jellies • Apples Donuts & Artisan Breads • Handcrafted Items Flowers • Homegrown Meats • Homemade Foods

We have something for everyone

Professional Kitchenware for the Home, Gourmet Foods,

Shop

Gifts, Collectibles, Home Decor

Downtown Detroit Lakes • M-F 10-8 • Sat 9:30-5:30 • Sun 12-5 • 218.847.1679

1-800-542-3992

35

Dining at the Lakes

LAKESIDE TAVERN

200 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes 218.847.1891; www.LakesideTavern.com Enjoy the view and hospitality Lakeside Tavern offers.

Serving burgers, pizza, salads and sandwiches. 24 beers on tap and full bar. Open daily.

SKAL BAR AND GRILL BLEACHERS

25807 County Hwy 22, Detroit Lakes, • 218.844.6820 Open year round. Voted best burgers in the lakes area.

50¢ wings on Thurs. Lake access to Deadshot Bay. CENEX CONVENIENCE STORE 911 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes 218.847.3190; DLCenex@arvig.net A & W All American food, Hot Stuff pizza and breakfast, sit down dining, drive thru window, large gas and diesel islands.

CHINA BUFFET

317 Frazee St. East, Detroit Lakes • 218.847.2222 All you can eat buffet. 120 items daily. Largest selection in town. Soft & Hard ice cream. Crab legs. Mongolian stir-fry bar.

CHINESE DRAGON

808 Washington Square Mall, Detroit Lakes • 218.847.2177 M-Th 11am-9pm, F-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm Lunch specials M-Sat 11am-4pm. Sunday Buffet 11am-8pm.

Wine & Beer.

CORMORANT PUB

Cormorant Village, MN 218.532.9925, www.cormorantpub.com Open 7 days a week @ 11am, Noon & evening specials.

Gaming, private room seating 50 people with full bar.

Great for any type of gathering!

DETROIT LAKES MAID-RITE, LLC

(Opening Spring 2012) Located in the new Downtown Crossing along Hwy 10 Maid-Rite diners serve up a fun twist of fast, fresh All-American food with our specialty being loose meat sandwiches.

THE 59ER TRUCK STOP CAFÉ

19389 Frontage Rd. (off Hwy 59N), Detroit Lakes 218.847.1958, Sun-Thurs 6am-8pm, Fri & Sat 6am-10pm Home cooking at its best. Burgers on home made buns.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner specials daily.

THE FIRESIDE

1462 East Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes 218.847.8192; www.firesideDL.com Lakes area icon with hand cut, house made foods. Award winning wine list, casual atmosphere. Spectacular lake view!

219 East Frazee Avenue, Vergas 218.342.7525; www.skalbarandgrill.com Restaurant featuring a variety of craft beers, homemade specialty sandwiches and extensive burger menu. Open daily at 11am.

SPANKY’S STONE HEARTH

34785 County Hwy 4, Frazee 218.334.3555; 218.342.3479; www.spankysstonehearth.com Casual fine dining on Rose Lake. Fresh seafood, charcoal grilled hand cut steaks. Wine list, children’s menu.

Reservations accepted.

WHISTLE STOP CAFÉ OF HAWLEY

THE ICE HOUSE RESTAURANT

1155 Highway 10 East, Detroit Lakes 218.847.2121, www.icehousedl.com The Ice House Restaurant provides great food, extraordinary views and sensational patio seating, all on the shores of Big Detroit Lake.

413 - 6th St., Hawley 218.483.4648 Mon-Sat 6am-8pm, Sun 7am-3pm Great Taste at Small Town prices! Breakfast, lunch and dinner; small selection of wine or beer to compliment your meal.

LAKES AREA FARMERS MARKET

THE ZEPHYR RESTAURANT AND BAR

10am-2pm Tuesday & Saturday, May Through October at Detroit Lakes Peoples Park. Local growers bringing you fresh berries, vegetables, plants, jams, jellies, apples, donuts, artisan breads, flowers, homegrown meats, foods and crafts.

LAKES BREWED AWAKENING

910 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes 218.847.5104; lakesbrewedawakening07@hotmail.com M-F 6am-6pm, (Winter 6am-5pm) Sat 6am-4pm We have all your hot and cold coffee needs and specialty drinks. Breakfast sandwiches, bagels, muffins, rolls, sandwiches-hot & cold, homemade soups, salads and desserts.

Hwy 10, Audubon 218.439.3868 Wed-Sun opens at 4pm The Zephyr is the best stop you can make on Hwy 10, Ribs, steaks, seafood, sandwiches and a full bar.

ZORBAZ AT THE BEACH

402 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes 218.847.5305; www.zorbaz.com Open daily 10am-2am, all year. Kitchen alwayz open until 2am. Handmade pizza, pazta and Mexican food. Beer, wine and liquor. We zpecialize in Craft Beer. Tonz of indoor and outdoor zeating.

2-4-1 Burgers Sundays 5-8 Lake Access to Deadshot Bay

218-844-6820 25807 Cty Hwy 22 • Detroit Lakes

50¢ Wings Thursdays 5-10

“Nothing Finer than the 59er”

Open Year Round Mid May through September: Open 7 nights a week at 5pm

36

October thru Mid May: Closed Sundays

3ESTAURANT .OTEL $ONVENIENCE 4TORE 1462 East Shore Drive Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 Tel: (218) 847-8192 Fax: (218) 847-3591 www.firesidedl.com

Daily Home Cooked Meals!

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 2 miles north on Hwy 59 • Detroit

Lakes • 218-847-3144

Open nightly at 5pm May - September

Downtown Vergas 218.342.SKAL (7525)

avian toast of

in fered Skål: A Scand d goodwill of

friendship an or sitting down to ng when drinki formal event. eat at a

Specialty Burgers & Signature Sandwiches Extensive Craft Beer Selection & Full Bar.

www.skalbarandgrill.com OPEN DAILY AT 11AM

Open at 5pm Wednesday - Sunday October - April

“The Lakes Area Dining Destination” Charcoal Grilled Steaks & Fresh Seafood.

Overlooking Beautiful Rose Lake • 34785 Co. Hwy. 4 , Frazee Reservations accepted • Full Service Catering Available

218.334.3555 or 218.342.3479 spankysstonehearth.com

• Outdoor Zeating • Pizza • Mexican Food

ON DL CITY BEACH • World Famous Zorbaz Clothing • Cocktailz & Wine

Alwayz the Hot Zpot!

Craft Beerz Areaz Greatezt Zelection of

www.zorbaz.com Trivia Face-Off Tuezdayz @

8pm

the Zummer Live Muzic Throughout Detroit Lakez, MN • 847-5305 • Open 10am-2am Daily Year Round

37

YOUR 4 SEASON DESTINATION

DETROIT LAKES ONLY FULL SERVICE HOTEL • • • • • • •

2 Restaurant & Entertainment Venues Marina & Rentals Banquet & Meeting Facilities Weddings on Site Family Pool Area 700 Feet of Sandy Beach on Big Detroit Lake Fish House Rentals & Winter Fun

On The Lake

1155 Hwy. 10 East | Detroit Lakes , MN | 218-847-2121 | 1-877-251-9348 www.holidayinndl.com