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A Toast to Community, Craft Beer & Creativity
A Toast to Community, Craft Beer, and Creativity Recapping the First-Ever Mid-Minnesota Toast On March 17, 2025, the Willmar Lakes Area raised a glass to something new — and truly special. The Mid-Minnesota Toast, the region’s first collaborative beer event, brought together local brewers, homebrew enthusiasts, and craft beer lovers...
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Spring Hiking in the Willmar Lakes Area: An Adventure Awaits!
Spring is the perfect time to lace up those hiking boots and hit the trails. The Willmar Lakes Area bursts into life as the snow melts away, revealing lush landscapes and vibrant wildlife. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a nature enthusiast looking to explore, the Willmar Lakes...
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Spring for Two - A Romantic Getaway
Spring is the perfect time to rekindle the flames of romance, and what better place to do so than the picturesque Willmar Lakes Area? Nestled in the heart of Minnesota, this enchanting region offers a delightful blend of scenic beauty, charming activities, and cozy accommodations that promise to...
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March Events to Put on Your Calendar
March in Minnesota can bring about all kinds of weather...rain, sleet, snow, sunshine...and all kinds of temperatures. But we're use to that, right? So whether we're looking forward to an indoor event or an outdoor event, we know to keep an eye on Mother Nature in case a "weather...
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Plan You're Unforgettable Spring Break
Sometimes winter can feel like it drags on and we need something to keep our mind off of the cold, snowy weather. We suggest planning an unforgettable spring break in the Willmar Lakes Area to give you something to look forward to! Some people take it as a...
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Developing Your Green Thumb in the Willmar Lakes Area
By Bailey Hovland Spring has finally sprung in the Willmar Lakes Area. And although we Minnesotans appreciate winter for all it has to offer (ice hockey, sledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling, etc.), it’s time to say goodbye to the snow and ice and hello to the green starting to appear...
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Earth Day in the Willmar Lakes Area
By Bailey Hovland “Reduce, reuse, recycle.” “Buy local.” “Go paperless—save the trees.” We hear and see these phrases often, whether they’re printed on recycling bins or featured in area coffee shops to support local commerce. Perhaps we even use them as daily mantras, pushing [caption id="attachment_9531" align="alignleft" width="300"] Just one of the many...
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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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