Central Minnesota

Travel Guide

"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
#colorful

Sunrise on the lake. Nothing better than this to greet you in the morning on the cabin.
Every winter these ice castles go up. Some fun tunnels and caverns to explore.
Nature at its best... #lifeatexpedia #summer #evergreenstate #washington #seattlebeauty #laketwentytwo #frozen
Big Trout lake is at the end of the White Fish Chain of lakes. It is very scenic year round. The waters on Big Trout stay pretty calm, so it's an ideal lake for water sports: i.e. skiing, tubing and wake surfing

Where to stay in Central Minnesota

St. Cloud is a City in Central Minnesota on the Mississippi River with a University

Downtown St Cloud

While visiting Downtown St Cloud, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi River and Paramount Theater.

Downtown St Cloud
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Hamel

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hamel and surrounding area, you can visit Rush Creek and Plymouth Playhouse.

Hamel
Mississippi River Fall Colors at Riverview Heights Park in Fridley Minnesota

Oak Grove

Travellers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Oak Grove
Forest-Covered Island in Lake Minnetonka: Aerial View on a Serene Summer Day

Greenwood

Greenwood is well liked for its theatres. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Excelsior Bay Books or Paisley Park.

Greenwood
Evening view of the lake we stayed at for our couples trip

Downtown Park Rapids

While Downtown Park Rapids isn't home to many top sights, Red Bridge Park and Skoe Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Park Rapids
Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

3 out of 5
777 Grand Avenue Onamia MN
The price is €77 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
€77
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Onamia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,365 reviews)
Very good.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

3 out of 5
3912 12th Avenue East Shakopee MN
The price is €95 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
€95
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Shakopee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (792 reviews)
Comfortable. I am curious as to why a hotel with full refrigerator, cook top, microwave and toaster did not have any cooking utensils or plates, etc.? Most travelers do not bring all those items with them.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN
Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge

3.5 out of 5
23521 Nokomis Avenue Nisswa MN
The price is €112 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
€112
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Nisswa. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (898 reviews)
Me and my family loves Grand View Lodge. The staff are amazingly nice and helpful. The grounds and amenities are beautiful. A perfect little get away for the family. We will definitely be back

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Grand View Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nature Link Resort

Nature Link Resort

3 out of 5
24621 S Clark Lake Rd Nisswa MN
Stay at this beach cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Nisswa City Park and Nisswa Family Fun Center are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
I’ve even coming to Nisswa for 20yrs and this was one of the best experiences I’ve had. Nature Link’s design and approach to “linking” to nature and creating a peaceful experience was wonderful! I will definitely be back. Joel W.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Nature Link Resort
Centrally located "Perch Lake Bungalow" w/Hot-tub!

Centrally located "Perch Lake Bungalow" w/Hot-tub!

Baxter MN
Stay at this cabin in Baxter. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Northland Arboretum and North Central ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
We had a lovely stay here for a girls weekend! Cute & clean property and we loved having a hot tub to use. We would stay here again! Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Centrally located "Perch Lake Bungalow" w/Hot-tub!
PRIVATE BEACH + GULL LAKE CHAIN + SHOP NISSWA + LILY PAD + GAME ROOM

PRIVATE BEACH + GULL LAKE CHAIN + SHOP NISSWA + LILY PAD + GAME ROOM

Nisswa MN
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nisswa City Park and Fritz Loven Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Very nice place and very clean. We had bunch of fun fishing on that lake. Lots of northern and crappie. Thanks for the awesome weekend

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

PRIVATE BEACH + GULL LAKE CHAIN + SHOP NISSWA + LILY PAD + GAME ROOM
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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