Silo Art

In 2018, international artist Guido van Helten was commissioned to complete a mural on the Ardent Mills silos in downtown Mankato by CityArt—a joint venture of Twin Rivers Council for the Arts and the City Center Partnership. CityArt works to enhance the quantity, quality and prominence of public art in the City Centers of Mankato and North Mankato. For almost a decade, CityArt had been strategizing about ways to incorporate artwork onto the silos and thanks to van Helten and a group of generous donors, Silo Art is now telling a story of Greater Mankato.

In The Woods Campground

In The Woods is an overnight and seasonal campground located outside Walker, Minnesota and within a mile of Leech Lake.  Tucked away on 32 acres, this campground offers larger than average campsites with ample amount of green space to allow for your boat, ATV or other recreational equipment, each site has its own firepit and picnic tables to enjoy your days and nights.  We offer convenient access to nearby lakes, walking/riding trails, gaming, events in the beautiful city of Walker, concerts, and much, much, more!

Visitor Information

The North Star State is easy to reach, whether you’re flying, driving or arriving by train. No matter how you get here, we want your travels to be as hassle-free as possible. Read on for travel information and tips.

Three Days of Fun in the Heart of Minnesota

Throughout the region, explore a land of unspoiled lakes and small towns with busy main streets, museums and historic sites, shopping and dining. Join us for plenty of fresh air and outdoor options, from a scenic lake cruise to charming gardens. Discover the culture of an early Native American tribe inhabiting the area and learn more about some names you know and some you don’t.

Experience Outdoor Beauty, Scandinavian Culture and the Mississippi Headwaters

Discover a changing terrain as the prairie meets the northwoods. You’ll travel the shores of some of Minnesota’s largest lakes and visit the headwaters of the Mississippi River. There will be some amazing small towns with all the charm you can imagine. You can visit specialty shops, unique regional museums and dining experiences to please any palate.

Grand Rapids Minnesota Escape Room

Grand Rapids Escape Room for the summer is hosting "Bigfoot's Backyard". Is Bigfoot a friendly creature?  Our backyard is a daunting foe of trees and trails where anyone can get lost!  Can you help Bigfoot find his son before he is captured? Bring your team of friends and family and test your skills before your hour is up. Can reserve your hour after hours with 4 or more people. 

Voyageurs National Park Tour

Want to see Voyageurs National Park? We offer boat tours! Choose a day tour, sunset tour, or stargazing tour that's fully customizable to what you'd like to see. Trips can include Kettle Falls, Anderson Bay, Harry Oveson Fish Camp, Camp Marston, and other historic sites. See gold mine shafts, wildlife, islands, and more! 

Snow and ice doesn't stop us either! We can also offer snowmobile tours during the winter.

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Group Travel

Whether your travelers seek out urban pleasures or access to nature, Minnesota abounds with crowd-pleasing possibilities. From the Twin Cities to the Northwoods, the nation’s 12th largest state is filled with things to see and do, and there’s water, water everywhere.