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Visit Grand Rapids
10 NW 5th St Suite 201Grand Rapids, MN 55744
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Grand Rapids is a small town with lots of charm, surrounded by Minnesota’s nature. This rural up north destination is a picturesque area that has been a favorite of those planning MN family vacations, fishing trips, couple’s getaways, and family reunions for over 100 years. The distinguished fishing lakes, forests, and trails provide the perfect backdrop for leisure and recreational adventures. Grand Rapids is close enough to be convenient, but just far enough away to provide a real escape. You will find a truly unique Northwoods experience; filled with abundant outdoor adventures, scenic beauty, preserved heritage and vibrant arts and entertainment. The Grand Rapids area offers a wide variety of lodging, locally owned dining locations and unique boutique style shopping opportunities to meet everyone’s wants and needs for a grand getaway.
Top Reasons to Visit
-Over 1,000 lakes for all types of fishing, water activities and to relax by pristine water.
-Take a look back at history at The Judy Garland Museum, Itasca County Historical Society, and Forest History Center.
-Ride thrilling and well-groomed trails. Mountain biking at Tioga Recreation and ride unique and scenic ATV/OHV and snowmobile trails!
-Experience the arts at The Reif performing arts center, MacRostie Art Center, and take a tour around town to see murals/ art installations.
-Two locally-owned craft breweries, a wine bar, and great dining options!
-Explore the trails! Hike, snowshoe, and cross country ski.
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Summer dining in Grand Marais / Jillian DeChaine
Large walleye caught while ice fishing on Lake of the Woods / Rikki Pardun
Follow the Mississippi River's 600-plus-mile journey across Minnesota on the Great River Road
Largemouth bass / Brett McComas
Find what you're looking for in the shops along Main Avenue in downtown Park Rapids / Micah Kvidt
Mickey's Diner in St. Paul / Jim Hoffman
Cross-country skiing at Whitetail Woods in Farmington / Paul Vincent
The Nyberg Sculpture Park has helped turn Vining into a popular and unique tourist attraction
US Pond Hockey Championships at Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis / Ryan Taylor
Fishing for walleye in the fall / Lake of the Woods Tourism
The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in downtown St. Paul is Minnesota's largest / Visit Saint Paul
Deer at the Superior Forest Scenic Byway
Lake Superior, Tettegouche State Park / Michael Treloar
Kiwanis Holiday Lights, Mankato / SPX Sports
A real-life rainbow over High Falls in Grand Portage State Park
Winter fishing at Lake Superior, Two Harbors / Kunal Garde
Classic cars on Main Street of New Ulm
A friendly game of hockey at WinterSkate in St. Paul / Teresa Boardman
Go bike touring on the Mississippi River Trail, which runs 700 miles in Minnesota / Min Enterprises
Pheasant hunters in a field with a tracking dog / Jessica Brouillette
Bring your bike along to explore the fantastic trails in and around Itasca State Park
Biking along the Laurentian Divide / Mesabi Trail
Fireworks above Lake Superior from the Grand Marais shore / David R. Johnson
Downtown main street Park Rapids / Lisa McClintick
A family cross-country skiing in Northeast Minnesota
Skiers and snowboarders at Giants Ridge Recreation Area / Old Saw Media
A drone shot of Lake of the Woods / Paul Vincent
Northern Lights / Travis Novitsky
Take your pups on a winter hiking adventure / Alyssa Hei
Art glass along Lake Superior / Lisa McClintick
A real-life rainbow over High Falls in Grand Portage State Park
Pride flags on the Wabasha Street Bridge / Courtesy Visit Saint Paul