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Featured Member: City Dock Cottages

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

Have you planned your Leech Lake summer getaway yet? With Memorial Day weekend right around the corner, there’s no better time to start than today!

 

City Dock Cottages is the perfect place for your Minnesota vacation. These cottages come fully furnished and can fit anywhere from two to ten people, making them perfect for either a romantic anniversary getaway or a family reunion. Your pets are also welcome at City Dock Cottages. These cottages are right on the waterfront and just steps away from the beach.

 

Air conditioning and cable TV are both included in these cottages, and they also offer kitchens and gas grills. The cottages also feature a fireplace and deck that are perfect places for you to relax after a long day on the water. Conveniently located in Walker, MN, you will only be a short one block walk to dining, shopping, entertainment and a city park. Several hiking and bike trails, including the Paul Bunyan and Heartland Trails, are also a short distance away.

 

If you would like to try your hand at the renowned Leech Lake fishing, City Dock Cottages offers boat rentals for full and half day trips with bait and tackle furnished. You also have the option to bring your own boat and use the available dock space or try your luck off the fishing pier.

 

The swimming beach right out your front door is sure to keep the kids occupied for hours, and you can also bring your jet skis. If you prefer to try some activities on dry land, many casinos and golf courses are only a short drive away from these cottages.

 

The length of your stay at City Dock Cottages is up to you with daily, weekly and weekend rentals available. These quaint cottages are available from today until October 15, so don’t hesitate to book your stay today!

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Featured Member: Anderson Northland Lodge

Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013

Summer is only 2 months away! The weather is getting warmer and the time to start lounging on one of northern Minnesota’s manylakes, Leech Lake. A great place to take in the sun and enjoy Leech Lake is at Andersons Northland Lodge located in Walker, MN.

 

Andersons Northland Lodge has over 27 years of experience and founders of the Anderson Family Resorts.  Their goal is to make sure that all of their guests have the comforts of home while away from home.  Northland Lodge is a kid friendly resort with sandy beaches, clear water, sand volleyball, bonfires, and much more to keep everyone happy and having fun all day!

 

Not only do they provide fun to last the whole day but they also have amazing places to stay. Northland Lodge has seventeen MN lake home rentals. All have full kitchens, linens, BBQ grills, TV/DVD and are all fully furnished. They also have screened in porches and decks that are the perfect places to wind down at the end of the day and watch the sun set on Leech Lake.

 

If that wasn’t enough, they also offer amazing Leech Lake fishing packages for groups as small as 2 and as big as 9. You catch them and they clean them, so all you have to do is fish Leech Lake and relax.

 

Leech Lake is a great lake in a great state. Northland Lodge is devoted to making sure you have an amazing time on Leech Lake and once you do, don’t forget to check out what the local towns have to offer from restaurants to home town shops. From morning to night you are sure to have a great time while staying on Leech Lake in Walker, MN.

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Winter Activites

Friday, March 1st, 2013

Winter seems like it’s here to stay. Some of you may love the winter and never want it to end, but for those of you who are just waiting for spring and can’t think of things to do in Leech Lake don’t fret, we have year round activities to get you through what’s left of winter.

 

Leech Lake has a hand full of attractions to keep you preoccupied. The first one is to visit the Leech Lake Brewing Company.  Stop in a try one of their many beers and if you have a favorite you can purchase a growler and enjoy in the comfort of your warm home or while you stay at one of the many Leech Lake lodging options. There is also the Forestedge Winery in Laporte, MN located on the edge of the Paul Bunyan State Forest. Forestedge Winery and Farm offers not only many elegant fruit wines but they also have a gallery with fine crafts made by Minnesota Artists.

 

Another attraction around the Leech Lake area is horseback riding. This may be something you may have not considered trying in the winter but Pine River Riding Stable is open year round, 7 days a week.  They offer lessons, group riding and a petting zoo. They go by reservation so they do not have set times. You can give them a call and make reservations and enjoy a winter ride.

After you are done checking out the brewing company, the winery  and Pine River Riding Stable you can grab a bite to eat an one of our many Leech Lake restaurants like Café Zona Rosa, Luck Moose Bar and Grill, Iron Fire Bar and Grill, The Boulders and many more to choose from. Each one is sure not to disappoint your taste buds.

 

Leech Lake is filled with year round attractions to fill everyone’s needs. So book your stay at one of our many Leech Lake lodging options and see what Leech Lake has to offer you!

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Featured Member: Big Rock Resort

Wednesday, February 20th, 2013

Leech Lake it the 3rd biggest Lake in Minnesota and it has many wonderful resorts to enjoy everything Leech Lake has to offer. Located on Horseshoe Bay is an amazing year round resort called Big Rock Resort in Walker, MN.

 

Big Rock Resort has many things to make your Minnesota family vacation a trip of a lifetime. You can start off your morning by heading to the harbor, which is safe and easily accessible. After a morning on the lake you can go to visit their helpful dock staff and have them clean and freeze your fish, all for free.  While waiting to get your catch of the day cleaned and frozen you can relax at the harbor watching birds, ducks, geese and otters.

 

Once you’ve got your fish you can pick from a game of tennis, basketball, volleyball or horseshoes to play with your family and when the sun goes down you can go relax at the Spa. After you are done taking in all the amazing activities and fun that Big Rock Resort has to offer do not forget to check out the local stores and restaurants around the Leech Lake area. Finally to end the day you can relax in one of their 21 cabins that surround the harbor.

 

So if you’re looking for a place to stay that has all the fun and relaxation you could ask for on your next Minnesota family vacation on Leech Lake check out Big Rock Resort in Walker, MN, you will not be disappointed.

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Featured Member: Red Wing Lodge

Wednesday, February 6th, 2013

Leech Lake offers many amazing places to stay for your Minnesota vacation. One of these great places is Red Wing Lodge in Walker, Minnesota.  It is owned by the Benjamin family and they have been running it for the past 12 years, providing your family and friends with memories of a lifetime on Leech Lake.

 

Red Wing Lodge has 14 housekeeping cabins to choose from. All cabins include fully equipped kitchens, microwaves, sofa sleepers, Weber grills, air conditioning, cable television, free wireless internet and either a screen porch or deck.

 

The Red Wing Lodge not only offers  great fishing on Leech Lake, but also offers to clean your catch of the day while you relax on the sand beach, play a game of volleyball , horseshoes or shuffle board. You can also take in the sites of leech lake in one of their canoes or paddle boats that are free to cabin guests.

 

After a fun day of fishing, relaxing on the beach and hanging in the lodge don’t forget to check out all the local restaurants and attractions in the leech lake area. Whatever you’re after in a family vacation or fishing getaway Red Wing Lodge on Leech Lake is sure to please!

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34th Annual Eelpout Festival: February 14th -17th, 2013

Friday, February 1st, 2013

For three days every February, Walker, MN has drawn crowds of more than 10,000 people for a festival that celebrates what may be the ugliest fish in the world, the eelpout. People gather on a frozen Leech Lake – the 3rd largest lake in Minnesota – in the dead of winter to participate in a Minnesota tradition of eating good food, playing some interesting games, and celebrating a really ugly fish.

 

Now what exactly do you do on a frozen lake for three days? Well for starters, you can bring out your ice house and fish, but don’t expect them to drill your holes. If, after a few hours of fishing, you haven’t caught a thing, you can grab some food on the lake: anything from eelpout nuggets to walleye cakes. The Eelpout Festival also offers entertainment and activities like eelpout curling, a polar pout plunge, rugby, and the eelpout derby.  They have live music, dance parties, a fish fry, bull riding, and much, much more.

 

This year’s Eelpout festival will take place from February 14th through February 17th, 2013. To take part in all of the cold weather fun, all you have to do is purchase an Eelpout festival button for $10, which can be purchased online with only a $2.99 shipping fee, no matter how many buttons you order. Make sure to get your button before midnight on February 3rd, 2013. Buttons purchased after this date will be $15.

 

Come out to Walker, Minnesota on Leech Lake and join in on all the fun! Kiss an eelpout for good luck, and take in the sites. Until you experience it, you won’t get it.

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Featured Member: Horseshoe Bay Lodge

Thursday, December 27th, 2012

The Anderson family’s newest resort, Horseshoe Bay Lodge, is quite literally an “Up North Paradise”. With their heated indoor pool and jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, and plenty of fun activities for the kids you are sure to find something to please every member of the family.

 

Enjoy a meal at the water’s edge, overlooking beautiful Leech Lake, at Horseshoe Bay’s restaurant and lounge. In the winter months the whole family can take advantage of their indoor pool and video arcade room. Their event center is perfect for family reunions, meetings, corporate retreats, parties, and weddings!

 

Horseshoe Bay Resort is located on one of Minnesota’s premier fishing lakes which is full of huge muskies, nice walleyes, Northern Pike, Bass, and more! This makes it an ideal location for those of you who enjoy spending time on the lake whatever the season.

 

Horseshoe Bay Lodge invites you to explore the beauty of Northern Minnesota, to share in the memories that only a family vacation can offer, and to take advantage of their full service facility and quality service.

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Featured Member: Hiawatha Beach Resort

Friday, September 21st, 2012

Hiawatha Beach Resort

The fall season is quickly approaching and the leaves are starting to turn here in Walker, MN! So don’t miss northern Minnesota’s colorful scenery and plan a MN fall getaway at Hiawatha Beach Resort. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway with you and your loved one, a family vacation, a women’s retreat, or even a fishing getaway Hiawatha Beach Resort offers accommodations and amenities for every type of stay.

 

Located on the tranquil shores of Leech Lake, Hiawatha Beach Resort offers activities for every taste and preference. With free sporting equipment rental, our guests can play anything from croquet to kick ball. Even if you are simply looking for a quiet relaxing weekend, our large indoor heated pool and spa or movie viewing room might be just the place for you to kick back.

 

Named after the song “Hiawatha”, our establishment has been in business since 1920 when the very first guests were duck hunters who simply needed a place to stay and a warm meal. Since then we have flourished and evolved to hosting guests of all types! In 2006 our new Beach Lodge was built, which features a large lakeside banquet room that can accommodate any sort of event.

 

Whether it be music festivals, fishing tournaments, or a celebration for the 4th of July there is always something happening at Hiawatha Beach Resort! Weddings, family reunions, and even business meetings are a favorite at our scenic location.

 

Take full advantage of the breathtaking fall season, and plan your relaxing weekend at Hiawatha Beach Resort on Leech Lake, where there is something great for the whole family.

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Featured Member: Agency Bay Lodge

Wednesday, September 12th, 2012

Agency Bay Lodge is one of the many wonderful resorts and lodges that lace the shores of Leech Lake near Walker, Minnesota. Agency Bay Lodge, named for its location, is actually sandwiched on a peninsula directly between two beautiful bays on Leech Lake: Agency and Traders. This unique location affords visitors great opportunity for fishing, watersports, hiking in the Chippewa National Forest, and more. They have over 2,000 feet of shoreline, including a sugar sand beach. Agency Bay alone is 3.5 miles of great fishing.

To aid fishermen in pursuit of the big catch, Agency Bay Lodge offers protected docking, rental equipment, gas, bait, and great service. They also provide cabins fully furnished with dishes, flat screen TV’s, microwaves, and the lake, so that fishermen and families alike will be comfortable for their stays. On days when the weather prevents visitors from enjoying the lake, the city of Walker is only 14 miles away, where guests can shop, enjoy diners, and make memories.

The Lodge also offers a number of activities, from roasting marshmallows and playing in the game room to fishing seminars and other scheduled activities.

The Lodge has been in this location for over 30 years. There have been four owners since it was founded in 1958. Ron, the current owner, has this to say about his favorite part of running the resort:

“I enjoy being a part of people’s dreams and vacations. Many people dream about their vacation all year and I get to be a part of that dream. Whether they catching a big fish, catching a first fish, meet new friends, and have family fun. Being the host I am fortunate to be a part of guest memories and making sure they enjoy their time.”

As fall approaches and the leaves are starting to turn. Enjoy the colorful season and plan a fantastic fall getaway at Agency Bay Lodge, a perfect Minnesota vacation destination for everyone.

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FEATURED MEMBER: Chase on the Lake

Thursday, August 30th, 2012

Chase on the Lake is a premier Minnesota resort offering visitors a unique experience that can’t be found anywhere else. This is a resort located on the shores of Leech Lake and also in the heart of downtown Walker, MN. Chase on the Lake offers a unique mix of the great outdoors and historic luxury. Some of the notable amenities offered at Chase on the Lake include the 502 Restaurant with patio seating, the Cooper Door Aveda Spa, Chaser’s Bowling Alley and indoor heated pool and hot tub, and a number of outdoor activities to choose from year round. A manager at the resort commented


“there is a wide range of activities for just about anyone or any family – the dads who want to go fishing, or the moms that want to go shopping or to the spa, and a bowling alley for the whole family.”


This MN resort is very historic, incorporating elements of elegance, charm, and warmth. While talking with Adam, a manager at the resort, he described the atmosphere at the resort to be


“very laid back with a kind of nostalgic feel.”


He explained that there is quite a bit of history there, having been there since 1922. He talked about the lumber yard that once occupied the property and an infirmary that was there for injured soldiers in a nearby battle. He says everyone has a story to tell about the Chase, be those visitors, locals, or owners.


The resort offers a variety of rooms including classic rooms, lake-view rooms, state of the art rooms, 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom condos, as well as ownership opportunities with the Lakeside Condos. Chase on the Lake attracts a wide variety of visitors from romantic weekenders to snowmobilers and wedding parties. A large attraction to the area and to the resort is the Ealpout Festival, which can get very rowdy and fun for people. Also, Moon Dance Jam brings in a couple of bands every year, Adam adds,


“Kiss stayed here last year!”


Leech Lake is known for being a premier lake in the state of Minnesota; it has a great reputation. Having a resort on this lake is just great. In addition to the beautiful lake and amenities offered, Adam points out,


“it is in downtown Walker – It just can’t be beat!”

 

 

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