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Stay in the Heart of Hospitality at this Central MN Hotel
Little Crow Hotel & Conference in Spicer is a local favorite for a reason. By Kaity Young of Best of the Midwest - June 3, 2026 [caption id="" align="alignleft" width="366"] The little touches put Little Crow Hotel & Conference at the top of the local hotel list, like this note...
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Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Willmar Lakes Area
Mother’s Day is the perfect time to slow down, spend quality time together, and celebrate everything Mom means to you. Whether she loves fresh flowers, sweet treats, a relaxing brunch, or a day filled with fun activities, the Willmar Lakes Area makes it easy to plan something she’ll...
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February Fun Is Heating Up in the Willmar Lakes Area
Think winter is slow? Not in the Willmar Lakes Area! February is full of fun, with events ranging from live entertainment and outdoor adventures to Galentine’s gatherings and community celebrations. Here are just a few highlights of what’s happening around the Willmar Lakes Area this month. February 7 –...
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10 Things To Do in the Willmar Lakes Area This Winter
Believe it or not, winter is the second-best season to visit the Willmar Lakes Area—and once you experience it, you just might agree. When the lakes freeze, the trails sparkle, and the calendar fills with seasonal events, the area transforms into a winter wonderland full of outdoor adventures...
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Cozy Corners: Indoor Activities to Beat the Winter Chill
Willmar Lakes Area Cozy Corners: Indoor Activities to Beat the Winter Chill By the Willmar Conference Center Winter in Minnesota may be chilly, but the Willmar Lakes Area offers plenty of warm, inviting places to relax, explore, and enjoy the season. Whether you’re looking for indoor entertainment, delicious meals, or...
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December Delights: Your Guide to a Month of Holiday Cheer!
December is just around the corner, and the Willmar Lakes Area is gearing up for a festive month filled with sparkling lights, heartfelt performances, community traditions, and cozy winter fun. Whether you’re searching for family activities, holiday shopping, live entertainment, or a cheerful night out, you’ll find something...
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November: A Month Full of Fun, Music & Holiday Cheer
November in the Willmar Lakes Area brings a perfect mix of cozy community fun, live entertainment, and festive spirit! Whether you’re ready to kick off the holidays, support local students on stage, or get outdoors before winter settles in, this month is packed with events for all ages....
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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!
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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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