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Detroit Lakes Minnesota Vacations

Enjoy Detroit Lakes Minnesota vacations along the mile long city beach or at one of the many Detroit Lakes Minnesota hotels and resorts.

Detroit Lakes Minnesota Vacations The lakes and water sports are a primary attraction for the thousands of visitors who make Detroit Lakes their favorite Minnesota vacation destination. The Detroit Lakes Chamber of Commerce calls this the "412 Lakes Area."

More than 50 resorts can be found in the area. Some cater to visitors who come for the fishing and others focus on family fun which, of course, may also include fishing. Read some reviews from others who have enjoyed Detroit Lakes Minnesota vacations

Read why Detroit Lakes is on our list of 10 Best Vacation Spots

Detroit Lakes Minnesota Vacations Fair Hills Resort is a family resort that is open from May through September. Fair Hills is a popular family reunion resort that offers cozy cabins, many choices for recreation, great food and fun entertainment.

Some people refer to Fair Hills as "summer camp for the whole family." Enjoy your family while paddle boating, swimming, canoeing, fishing, sailing, power-boating, water-skiing and golfing. Or just relax and enjoy!

Detroit Lakes Minnesota Vacations The Lodge on Lake Detroit is an upscale hotel in which all of the rooms face the beach. The northwoods lodge decor, grand piano in the lobby and onsite "Spa Within" are added attractions. Relax on the beach. Use the paddle boats and kayaks or make S'Mores in the firepits. A tasty complimentary breakfast is available as well as a small bar onsite that includes a bistro menu.

The Holland House is owned by the same people as the Lodge on the Lake. You can't miss choosing this hotel.

Detroit Lakes Minnesota Vacations Detroit Lakes Holiday Inn also located on the beach. Ask for a lakeside room to enjoy the views. This hotel has been in Detroit Lakes for a long time and is newly remodeled. Eat in the onsite Ice House Restaurant; enjoy a drink in the bar; swim in the pool.

Detroit Lakes, with its 412 lakes, is surrounded by resorts of all sizes. Here is a listing of some of the most popular Detroit Lakes, Minnesota resorts.

Things to Do in Detroit Lakes Minnesota

Hang out on the city beach. If you want to get out on the water you can rent a boat at the marina. McLaughlin's RV and Marine on Highway 59 also rents boats, RVs, ATVs and snowmobiles.

Seven miles west of Detroit Lakes, on Highway 34, you can go tubing on the Ottertail River. Rent equipment at KK Tubing or Charlie's Ottertail Tubing.

Play mini golf at the course near the city beach; go just a bit south of town to Go Putt n Bump for mini golf, batting cages, go carts and bumper boats. The Detroit Lakes Community Center has courts, weights and a pool with a waterslide.

The Historic Holmes Theater showcases arts events, comedy revues, and classical and pop concerts. The Becker County Museum is the place to learn about the area's Native American and pioneer history.

Plan your Detroit Lakes Minnesota vacations to participate in the Northwest Water Carnival in early July or WeFest in August.

Your winter vacation in Detroit Lakes might include some time spent at Maplelag about 20 miles north of Detroit Lakes on Little Sugarbush Lake. You will enjoy cross-country skiing at one of Minnesota's best winter resorts.

On our Romantic Getaway in Minnesota website, we recommend Detroit Lakes as a great romantic getaway for cheap beach vacations.

Detroit Lakes Restaurants: Zorba's on the beach of course for pizza and other tasty food. The Fireside Supper Club is the traditional "date night" restaurant or place to go for an upscale dinner. You'll enjoy the decor and great food at the Speak Easy Restaurant & Lounge. If you want the best enchildas in northern Minnesota, Miquel's is the place.

For great coffee and the best soups and sandwiches in town, go to La Barista inside the Washington Street Mall. Another favorite coffee shop is Lakes Brewed Awakening. Also check out the coffee shop in the White Earth Transit Station (the old train depot).

Explore nearby towns and state parks in the surrounding area on your Detroit Lakes Minnesota vacations:

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