West Crooked Lake Resort Park Rapids

Itasca State Park
Minnesota's oldest state park, Itasca State Park was established in 1891. Today, the park totals more than 32,000 beautiful acres which includes more than 100 lakes. Guests walk across the mighty Mississippi river as it starts its long, winding journey 2,552 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. Stand under the towering pines at Preacher's Grove. Enjoy your visit at the Itasca Indian Cemetery or Wegmann's Cabin, landmarks of centuries gone by. Camp under the stars, or you may opt to stay the night at the historic Douglas Lodge or cabins. Explore Wilderness Drive past the 2,000-acre Wilderness Sanctuary, which is one of Minnesota's seven National Natural Landmarks. Itasca Park is located on Highway 71 North of the Park Rapids resort area.

The Heartland Trail
You can bike to Dorset by starting at one end of Park Rapids, from the other end of Walker, or from Akeley and Nevis in between. Many prefer to anchor in Dorset (where the trailhead is located), which has a multitude of fine restaurants, shops & fun. There is plenty of paved parking, toilets, picnic tables, water from a hand pump, and a playground to keep the kids amused while you rest on a bench.

Museums

Hubbard County Historical Museum & North Country Museum of Arts
Located at 3rd & Court in Park Rapids
Akeley Historical Museum
Hwy 34 in Akeley
Menahga Area Historical Museum
Hwy 71 in Menahga

Casinos

Northern Lights Casino & Hotel
Located in Walker, MN at the Junction of Hwy 200 & 371 1-877-544-4879
www.northernlightcasino.com
Palace Casino & Hotel
Located 10 minutes East of Bemidji 1-877-972-5223
www.palacecasinohotel.com
Shooting Star Casino
Located in Mahnomen, MN 1-800-453-7827

PARK RAPIDS
Friendly downtown Park Rapids is filled with unique shops & places to grab a beverage and a snack. Grocery shopping is easy & convenient with three large stores East, West and South of town. St Josephs Area Health Services and two local medical clinics are located on Pleasant Avenue. While browsing the shops on Main Street stop by our many local real estate agencies to find that perfect "up north" cabin or dream home.

Carters Red Wagon Farms
The Carter family grows most of their own produce locally on their farm. Have a succulent feast of U-pick or ready picked Strawberries and U-pick Blueberries. Enjoy the real farm experience with a transport to the field by a huge ox team. The Farm Market specializes in sweet corn, tomatoes, melons, asparagus, and green beans in addition to almost every other type of vegetable, fruit and farm produce grown in this area.

Farm Produce Market location
Hwy 34 East, Park Rapids.

Farm location
From junction of Hwy 71 & 34, in Park Rapids go 4 mi. south on 71 and follow their signs west.

Open Mon - Sat, May-Oct.
Contact Information (218) 732-4979
Summerhill Farms
Many unique shops to enjoy. Come & enjoy lunch & dessert in the Sun Porch. Located North of Park Rapids on US Hwy 71. (218) 732-3865
www.summerhill-farm.com
Long Lake Theater
LLT/LWP is a theater and public performance facility founded in 2002. Located 8 miles south of Park Rapids in Hubbard, Minnesota. For further information contact Mark L. Colbenson, Artistic Director, (218) 732-0099 or (218) 237-1984
www.longlaketheater.net
Essence of Thyme Wellness Spa
Offering a unique blend of spa activities combined with the healing components of nature. Enjoy a relaxing day with a massage and a facial. Located East of Park Rapids on US Hwy 34. (218) 237-3644
www.essenceofthymespa.com

NEVIS

Northland Bison Ranch
Distributors of Bison meat, Livestock, hides & leather goods. Tours into pasture by bus. 22376 Glacial Ridge Trail, Nevis (218) 652-3582
www.northlandbison.com
B & K Ranch
Forest management horseback riding tours. Reservation only. Call 218 652 3540
Mantrap Sporting Preserve
Pheasants, Quail, Chukar Partridge & Turkeys. For reservations call 1 888 MN SHOOT or (218) 732-1650
Forestedge Winery
Growers & bottlers of ten fine wines captured from our native fruits and berries that survive the northern winters. The crisp clean taste of rhubarb wine is the backbone for the unique blends of Forestedge Wines. The blends, including Summer Blush (strawberry rhubarb), Headwaters Classic Red (chokecherry rhubarb), raspberry rhubarb, and blueberry rhubarb combine fruit flavors to produce complex rich wines. Select varieties of wine are available weekly for testing. Open Tuesday through Sunday beginning Mother's Day weekend. 35295 State Hwy 64 in Laporte, MN (218) 224-3535. Tours available.
www.forestedgewinery.com

DORSET
Located in the northern Minnesota, Dorset boasts more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in the world. Dorset has a population of 22 people, and within the city limits there are four restaurants serving a variety of food including Italian, Mexican and Pizza.
www.dorsetmn.com

Antique Stop in Dorset
Quality antiques & collectibles. Open 7 days a week. Phone (218) 732-0952
Merry Bees
Contemporary clothing for the fashionable ladies. Shopping at your finest with the latest fashions & accessories. Open 7 days a week. Phone (218) 732-4726
Companeros
Great Mexican food, drink & desert. Chimichangas, super tostada, super burrito, enchilada, Glenny's house special. Mexican beer, margaritas and much more. Open daily at noon for lunch & dinner. Phone (218) 732-7624
Woodstock North
Gifts that include Navajo, Hopi & Zuni jewelry, gourmet foods, Mary Englebreit designs, home decor, Dorset shirts, wild rice, jams & jellies & more. Open daily in the summer 10am - 9pm. Phone (218) 732-8457
Dorset Cafe
Family dining & liquor featuring broasted chicken, steak & ribs. Take out available. Open daily year around. Phone (218) 732-4072
Dorset General Store & LaPasta Italian Eatery
Delicious pastas to tempt everyone. Full Italian menu, salads & sandwiches. Phone (218) 732-0275
Dorset House Restaurant & Soda Fountain
Fabulous homemade pizza, buffets, soups, sandwiches & burgers. Daily lunch specials. Try their homemade pies & ice cream delights. Open daily in the summer. Phone (218) 732-5556
Front Porch Gifts & Treasures
Unique handcrafted items from artists & craft people from across the United States.
Professor Nils Photo & Gift Emporium
Step back & have an old time photo taken. You may choose to set yourself in the Civil War or the Wild West of the 1870's. Open daily in the summer. Phone (218) 732-5445
Sister Wolf Books
Books for all. They also carry a fine assortment of cards, journals & other items. Open daily 10am - 9pm. Phone (218) 732-7565
Stained Glass Creations
Stained glass loons, lamps & more. Shipping available. Open daily 12 noon - 8pm. Phone (218) 732-8022
Trailside Treats and Treasures
Dorset's newest addition in 2003. Gifts for the entire family, specializes in children's gifts as well as unique t-shirts and sweatshirts. Open daily throughout the summer.

WALKER

Golf in Walker

Long Bow Golf Club
Located 6 miles North on Hwy. 371 - P.O. Box 1027 (218) 547-4121
Walker, MN 56484 (877) 881-GOLF (4653)
The area's new premier championship 18-hole golf course. Open to the public.
Tianna Country Club
P.O. Box 177 (218) 547-1712
Walker, MN 56484 1-866-482-2465
Beautiful, challenging 18 hole regulation golf course. Open to the public.
www.tianna.com
Wedgewood Golf Course & Driving Range
PO Box 1606 (218) 547-2666
Walker, MN 56484
9 hole course, rental clubs and carts. Snack Bar. Located 5 miles N Walker.

Golf in Park Rapids
Golfing in the Park Rapids Area offers a game for everyone. Whether you are an expert or a beginner you will be happy to play golf in the Park Rapids area!

Brookside Golf Course
(218) 732-4093
Eagle View Golf Course
Hwy 71 North in Park Rapids (218) 732-7102
Evergreen Lodge Golf Course
(218) 732-4766
Fair Haven Golf Course
Located between Menahga & Park Rapids (218) 732-0519

http://www.fairgolf.com

Green Acres Pitch & Putt
(218) 252 0371
Headwater Golf Club
(218) 732-4832
Pine Stone Golf at Timberlane Lodge
(218) 732-8489
Blueberry Pines Golf Club
Near Menagha - (218) 564-4653