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No matter if you’re looking for a nice relaxing staycation or a time of adventure and excitement, the Willmar Lakes Area has a variety of fun attractions for you and your family to experience this spring!

Plan Your Spring Getaway

Did you know that the Willmar Lakes Area is home to 5 beautiful golf courses, 3 challenging disc golf courses, an amazingly fun mini golf course and an 11,000 sq ft indoor golf facility with 6 world class simulators? Time to start planning that Golf Getaway!

Golfing Guide

Downtown Willmar is a hidden gem for food lovers, offering an impressive variety of dining options that reflect the city’s diverse cultural landscape. Whether you’re craving bold flavors from across the globe or a comforting, classic meal, you’ll find something to satisfy every craving.

Discover the Culinary Diversity

Whether you’re a novice or a road captain, the Willmar Lakes Area has the trails for you!  “Ride as much or as little, as long or as short as you feel. But ride.” – Eddy Merckx

Just Keep Pedaling

Fish our lakes

The possibilities are endless on our 30 recreational lakes…boating, swimming, fishing, water skiing, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, hydro biking, paddle boarding and so much more!

Fishing Report

Explore our Trails

Surrounded by beautiful lakes and scenery…who wouldn’t take a hike or a leisurely bike ride to enjoy the view? With miles of trials to choose from, you can always find new places to explore.

Trail Report

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Experience Lakes Country

Should you decide to stay for a week or a lifetime, there’s always more to discover in the communities of the Willmar Lakes Area.

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Uncover Unique Easter Delights in the Willmar Lakes Area

Spring is in the air, the flowers are budding, and Easter is just around the corner! If you’re in the Willmar Lakes Area, you’re in for a treat when it comes to shopping for unique Easter basket goodies….

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Just for Planners

The Willmar Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is your resource for information on the Willmar Lakes Area. Our staff will work with you to tailor our services to meet your needs! Think of us as a free assistant, working for you, to make sure your stay is enjoyable and your meeting is a success!

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Got an event you’re hosting in one of our communities? Send us the details so we can help spread the word!

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