Lake City, located next to Lake Pepin, the widest spot of the Mississippi River, is the birthplace of water-skiing, invented in 1922 by Ralph Samuelson. This location provides great parks for walking, swimming, and fishing as well as some of the best boating in the Midwest.
Lake City, Minnesota is homeland of the Dakhóta (Dakota) people and the birthplace of waterskiing. Visit mini-museums and displays in several locations downtown to learn about local history. The Lake City Historical Society maintains exhibit cases located in the historic hall (ballroom) on the second floor of City Hall. It is open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. unless there is a meeting or election underway. There is a mini-museum about clamming on the first floor of the Lake Pepin Pearl Button Company shop.
Lake City Golf is a beautiful, challenging 18 hole golf course open to the public. It has been open since 1928. In July of 2000 we expanded to 18 challenging golf holes designed by Gill Miller Inc. that feature 9 new water hazards in addition to a meandering stream running through the finishing 3 holes that are a true test for even the most avid golfer. Only 4 holes are remaining from the old course.
Sculpted by ancient glaciers, Lake Carlos State Park contains a tamarack bog, marshes, woodland ponds, and lakes. A variety of recreational activities revolve around the lake. Clear and deep, Lake Carlos offers visitors a perfect setting for swimming, fishing, boating, camping, hiking and horseback riding. In the winter, ski from the tamarack bog to a maple-basswood forest.
Delightful views of Lake Darling can be admired from the family-friendly Lake Café serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; specializing in authentic regional dishes. Satisfy your appetite with our new and improved menu items in a relaxed and casual environment
Sleep under the stars and wake up in the wild of Dakota County’s great outdoors. Camp along the shores of Lake Byllesby in the beautiful Cannon River Valley. Just minutes south of the Twin Cities, Lake Byllesby campground is perfect for a quick get-away or a week-long family vacation.
The campground features on-site caretakers, playground and boat launch. Near hiking, fishing, swimming, canoeing, tubing, golf, the Cannon Valley Trail, and antique and craft shops.
Located in the transition zone between the prairie land of the Red River Valley and the aspen parkland to the east, this park offers a diversity of wildlife habitat. Climb the historic tower for a view of the area. Water recreation is very popular. 14 miles of hiking, 3 miles of snowmobiling; boat, kayak and canoe rental. We offer 157 drive-in campsites, 35 w/electricity. Hike-in and canoe-in campsites are now available.
Family Orientated resort nestled in a quiet north woods setting with an unobstructed view of lake superior just ten minutes north of downtown on North Shore Scenic Drive. Pool, mini golf, volleyball, horseshoes, badminton and more. Campfires and play ground.
We currently have 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom units with full kitchens, dining table and living-TV areas. Our kitchens are furnished with the basics so if you have a favorite pot/pan/dishes please feel free to bring them with you. We also have purchased new lighting units, box spring and mattress sets for our queen and full beds along with new pillows and comforters in each of the rooms. Again, please feel free to bring your favorite blanket and pillows. You will also want to bring your own toiletries as the rooms are only furnished with small hand soaps.
Built in 1896. Saved from the wrecking ball by dedicated volunteers. Restoration initiated in 1970 and continues. Now the home of numerous dramatic and musical productions. Call for individual shows and times.
