Western Minnesota Resorts and Lodges with Canoeing and Paddling

Start Your Family Tradition on Beautiful East Silent Lake!

At East Silent Resort it’s all about preserving a timeless family tradition. This Minnesota resort is situated on a quiet country road and is sheltered by a beautiful awning of maples, oaks and birch – the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Enjoy all the clear, gleaming waters have to offer such as skiing, tubing, fishing, canoeing and boating. There are plenty of water toys for your kids to play with and you can partake in the fun with a game of sand volleyball, basketball, lawn games, campfires and biking. There are also golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants, antique shops and two beautiful state parks nearby. Enjoy all East Silent Resort has to offer! Learn More...

The lakes and woods of western Minnesota are your background when you stay at Elm Haven Resort! Cool lake breezes, shady picnic spots and more activities than you have time for are waiting for you at Elm Haven Resort! Take your boat out on the water for water skiing, tubing, or drop a line to catch your dinner. You’ll find golf courses within a short drive, unique shops to find the perfect souvenir, or visit one of the state parks for hiking and bird watching. Whatever you do, return to your cabin to relax on your private deck. The cabins are comfortably furnished with all the modern conveniences. Leave your cares and worries behind and put your feet up when you stay at Elm Haven Resort! Learn More...

There's Always Something Fun to do at Arrowwood!

Luxury lakefront condominiums are now open! Arrowwood now offers three- and four-bedroom townhomes for family reunions or group retreats! Arrowwood offers endless recreation like an 18-hole executive putting course, the new Darling Reflections Spa and full-service marina for adults. For the kids, fun takes the shape of Big Splash indoor water park, horseback rides and Camp Arrowwood for ages 4-12. The resort offers 200 guest rooms with private balconies or patios overlooking Lake Darling, with refrigerators, microwaves, and more. Newly renovated suites are also available. And be sure to take a swing at Atikwa Golf Course - now open! Learn More...

The family-owned Lodge on Otter Tail Lake is still thriving here after nearly 80 years. In large part, that’s natural. Beautiful Otter Tail Lake has 30 miles of shoreline, all naturally sloping, hard-packed sand – perfect for beach activities. The lodge building is a rarity for a resort so small and personable, complete with an old-style game room and an ice cream parlor right on the water. It also offers a full marina, with craft from Jet Skis to pontoons to fishing boats. And speaking of fishing – the DNR rates this lake in the top two for walleye in the entire state. In winter, this resort transforms into a wonderland of guided ice fishing complete with fish houses! Learn More...

Quiet Relaxation on a Private Lake...

Five Lakes Resort offers a rare vacationing experience that highlights the quiet side of nature. The resort is located on Lake Five, close to Detroit Lakes and offers a true respite from the hustle and bustle. No motorized boats are allowed on the private lake, so the lake is crystal clear, never overcrowded and great for fishing. A serene beach awaits for ultimate outdoor relaxation; this is also the place for family games, hiking, biking or visiting Fair Hills, the sister property where you have full use of its added amenities. Each cabin is spaced far enough apart to ensure privacy during your stay and features granite fireplaces, wraparound decks and a beautiful Northwoods décor. Learn More...

Lakecrest Resort has been perfectly built in a private wooded area on the north end of Long Lake. Relax amid beautiful scenery, southerly breezes and a sandy beach along the 360-acre spring-fed Long Lake. The 16-acre grounds are private yet expansive, with no seasonal campers; the resort is yours to enjoy with the family or bring your special someone. Cabins ranging from 1- to 8-bedroom provide a blend of activity and lakeside seclusion. Fish for walleye, bass or crappie; or take out any of a wide variety of watercraft for a thrilling ride. Off the water, discover even more fun - nine championship-caliber golf courses, gambling at Shooting Star Casino, dining and shopping in Detroit Lakes. Learn More...

Clear Waters and Big Family Fun!

Welcome to Bonnie Beach Resort located on beautiful Lake Clitherall near Battle Lake, Minnesota. This is the perfect family hangout: fabulous fishing, user-friendly lake (great for watersports) and a lodge complete with a game room, high-speed Internet and novelty items! Not to mention, Lake Clitherall boasts water clarity & quality that is second-to-none. Modern cottages come in sizes varying from 1 to 4 bedrooms of space, and all have screened porches or patios – the perfect place to relax while watching a beautiful lakeside sunrise. Enjoy added extras like use of paddleboats, canoes, grills & the boat ramp free of charge. This is your place to simply relax – you’re taken care of here! Learn More...