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Detroit Lakes Minnesota

Visit Detroit Lakes 412 Lakes Area

 Detroit Lakes Minnesota

The resort town of Detroit Lakes Minnesota is located in Becker County, in west-central Minnesota. Detroit Lakes entices visitors to Minnesota with the nickname, "the 412 lakes area." There are indeed at least 412 lakes within a 25 mile radius of the city. The Fargo/Moorhead metro area is about 40 miles west of Detroit Lakes.

Find Great Places to Stay in Detroit Lakes

Choose from hundreds of lodging options in the Detroit Lakes area. You can stay at resorts that offer fishing and other water activities, a romantic bed & breakfast, hotels and motels with all kinds of amenities or campgrounds and RV campgrounds in beautiful settings.

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Detroit Lakes Attractions

One of the town's feature attractions is a mile long beach on beautiful Detroit Lake. The city beach is a huge draw for Minnesota tourists. Boats and bikes can be rented at various places along the beachfront. A sidewalk curves around a long stretch of beach and you can also walk along the observation pier.

The 80-year-old Pavilion on Detroit Lake has been recently restored. Located on the edge of the City Park, the pavilion has hosted many famous orchestras, bands, and musicians over the years providing dancing and entertainment to the public in a beautiful setting.

The entire area is a year-round playground. The lakes that provide summer fun, fishing and boating are also a favorite destination for Minnesota winter activities.

Play in Detroit Lakes

In and around Detroit Lakes, Minnesota are 14 golf courses, including Wildflower, Forest Hills, Maple Hills, Iron Man, and Lakeview Executive Golf Club.

The Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center, a state-of-the-art facility, features a year-round theater, aquatic center, field house, racquetball courts, fitness center, indoor track, and a coffee shop within.

Other area attractions include the Go-Putt-N-Bump Amusement Park, two river tubing companies, and a horseback riding ranch.

Festivals and Events

Major events throughout the year include:

Eat in Detroit Lakes

Some of our favorite places to eat in Detroit Lakes include:
  • The Fireside Supper Club
  • The Chinese Dragon
  • Main Street Restaurant
  • Miguels (a small drive up spot with a few booths inside and the best enchiladas in the state!)

Attractions Near Detroit Lakes

Travel the Lake Country Scenic Byway Detroit Lakes Minnesota is the gateway to many of northern Minnesota's attractions and activities.

Explore Detroit Lakes History

Detroit Lakes has some wonderful resources for those interested in the area's history. Visit the Becker County Historical Musueum, the Anishinabe Cultural Center and Gallery and the Hubbard County Historical Museum.

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