Hello Summer!

There is nothing better than summer time up north in Minnesota's nature. Relax, reconnect and recharge this summer in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

The Outdoor Mecca of the North!

There are over 1,400 lakes to swim, paddle, float, fish and boat. Over 2,000 miles of trails to hike, bike, and ATV. Make Summer Memories up north this year in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

Family fun happens here. Rest, relax, and have fun in Minnesota's Nature. 

*NEW* Last Minute Vacation Openings! *NEW*

We know that scheduling vacation doesn't always work, sometimes you are looking to book a last minute vacation. Great news! Check out our newest feature: Last Minute Openings. Properties give us dates, names of the properties, and details of their short upcoming openings that they still have.

Grand Rapids, Minnesota is the outdoor mecca of the North. Head north to make Summer Vacation Memories this year with your friends and family.

Summer Fishing Explosion

Tom Neustrom, professional guide, shares summer fishing tips and techniques.

With over 1,400 lakes you can catch crappie, bass, bluegill, walleye, northern pike, musky, and trout.

If you are looking for a memorable up north fishing experience, Tom Neustrom, MN Fishing Connections, is the guide to book.

Come make fishing memories this summer in the greater Grand Rapids, MN area!

What To Expect In A Grand Rapids Summer Vacation

A Grand Rapids, MN Summer Vacation is one where you can reconnect with loved ones, recharge your batteries, and relax in Minnesota’s nature..

Top 10 Reasons To Summer Road Trip To Grand Rapids

The perfect road trip destination for outdoor recreation, unique and fun places to eat & drink, boutique style shops, museums and other historic attraction sites, pubic art, and of course relaxing!

Weekly

Live Music Events

Annual

Summer Festivals

Unique Summer Events:

Boat in Concerts

Just because we are a small town up north, doesn't mean we are sleepy! The greater Grand Rapids, MN area offers weekly entertaining events of a much larger town. From Annual Community Festivals, Boat in Concerts, Live Music at Craft Breweries, Theater Performances, Art Walks, Kids Programming and Classes, and Paddling on the Mississippi River...SO MANY EVENTS!

Whether you're taking a summer vacation with the family, a friends trip, or you are looking to work remotely up north this summer? The greater Grand Rapids, MN area has all types of lodging to accommodate your needs.

Vacation Rentals &

A Bed and Breakfast

Vacation Rentals offer you and your guests a home rental that is located on or near area lakes. Room to spread out for the week. The charming and cozy Bed and Breakfasts offer onsite breakfast by the hosts each day. The choice is in town or on the lake.

Hotels & Motels

Conveniently located in town near the fun places to eat & drink, boutique style shopping, public art and historic sites. The choice is yours from charming economical Motels to 4-star Hotels that have been fully renovated. Choose from a wide variety of amenities.

Resorts

There is something special about the Minnesota Family Resorts in the greater Grand Rapids, MN area. These lakes resorts offer lodge rooms and cabins for rent. From classic style north woods to newly renovated cabins that offer room to gather separate from the bedrooms.

This summer, Visit Grand Rapids, is hosting a Vacation Memories Sweepstakes. You submit your greater Grand Rapids, MN area vacation story (from any year, and from any season), upload a picture from that vacation, and you will get entered for a chance to win a $1,000 Fall Trip Prize!

goMARTI

While you are in town this summer, take a ride on goMARTI. The goMARTI self-driving shuttle pilot is the result of a unique partnership of multiple groups with a shared goal of increasing accessibility and transportation options for residents and visitors in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

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