Skiing & Snowboarding
Discover dips, twists and heart-thumping slopes or cruise through some of the best cross-country skiing in the country. Whatever winter thrill you’re seeking, you can find it in DL.
Motorcycling & Snowmobiling
Get your motor running while motorcycling or snowmobiling your way through the north country, past scenic views and friendly bars and grills with meals that make taking the road less traveled worth it.
Mountain Biking
Whether you want scenic trails or spine-tingling switchbacks, you’ve got miles of terrain to choose from in the Detroit Lakes area. Experience the biking and hiking trails nearly year round. Pro tip: Cooler temperatures and a rainbow carpet of leaves make fall an ideal time to hit our trails.
Bike the first multi-use trail in the region! Pedal or jog the five-mile Heartland State Trail from the Detroit Lakes Hwy 10 east underpass to Acorn Lake before Frazee. See Detroit Lakes’ bike trail map for additional routes to ride.
Detroit Lakes was designated as a bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community in 2020 and renewed in 2024 from the League of American Bicyclists.
Golfing
Swing your way through several postcard-worthy golf courses that are accessible to any skill level. Afterwards, enjoy the friendly sophistication of our clubhouses and lounges. Trust us, you’ll be glad you packed those golf clubs.
Fishing and Ice Fishing
Drop a line in one of our 400+ lakes and come back with a whopper — of a story at least. Rent a boat, gear and even a guide to make your angling day of sports & recreation in DL unforgettable. You’ll soon get hooked on fishing in Detroit Lakes!
When lakes are frozen over, the wintertime sport of ice fishing rules! Choose from day house to Ice Castle house rentals. Add a guide and equipment to improve your catch success!
Baxstar Fishing
Baxstar Fishing and Outdoors offers year-round guided fishing trips, ice house rentals, pontoon rentals, and guided tours of Detroit Lake. Small and large groups are welcome!Baxstar Fishing and Outdoors offers year-round guided fishing trips, ice house rentals, pontoon rentals, and guided tours of Detroit Lake. Small and large groups are welcome!
Becker County Sportsmen's Club
One of MN's best shooting sports ranges, 2 mi E of DL. Ranges include rifle, pistol, cowboy, trap; modern clubhouse. Open Tues & Thurs summer nights. Visitors welcome! Electronic access for members.One of MN's best shooting sports ranges, 2 mi E of DL. Ranges include rifle, pistol, cowboy, trap; modern clubhouse. Open Tues & Thurs summer nights. Visitors welcome! Electronic access for members.
Brad Laabs Guide Service
Full service fishing guide supplies all bait, tackle, equipment. Specializing in walleye fishing in the 412 Lakes Area. Veteran guide and tournament angler.Full service fishing guide supplies all bait, tackle, equipment. Specializing in walleye fishing in the 412 Lakes Area. Veteran guide and tournament angler.
Detroit Country Club
2 Premier golf courses and Brassie's Bar & Grill~Par 71, 18 hole Pine to Palm Course
~Par 64, 18 hole Lakeview Course
~Brassie's Bar & Grill - open during golf season.
2 Premier golf courses and Brassie's Bar & Grill
~Par 71, 18 hole Pine to Palm Course
~Par 64, 18 hole Lakeview Course
~Brassie's Bar & Grill - open during golf season.
Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center
Full fitness, aquatics and recreation facility with a giant, indoor play-land. 8-lane pool, track, courts, classes & more.Beautiful 800+ seat performing arts theatre, conference room and ballroom.
Full fitness, aquatics and recreation facility with a giant, indoor play-land. 8-lane pool, track, courts, classes & more.
Beautiful 800+ seat performing arts theatre, conference room and ballroom.
Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
Downhill Skiing, Tubing, Snowboarding, xco Skiing, Biking, Hiking...Downhill Skiing, Tubing, Snowboarding, xco Skiing, Biking, Hiking...
Dick Beardsley Marathon
Annual road race including Youth Run, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Detroit Lakes, MN.Annual road race including Youth Run, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Detroit Lakes, MN.
DL Bike Shop LLC
New Bike Sales, Bicycle parts, accessories, clothing & shoes.New Bike Sales, Bicycle parts, accessories, clothing & shoes.
Fair Hills Resort
Fair Hills Resort is a family vacation destination on Pelican Lake in Detroit Lakes, MN.Fair Hills Resort is a family vacation destination on Pelican Lake in Detroit Lakes, MN.
Forest Hills Resort
Detroit Lakes public championship golf course. Home of Izzo's Restaurant, RV Park, Mini-golf and more!Detroit Lakes public championship golf course. Home of Izzo's Restaurant, RV Park, Mini-golf and more!
Frazee Golf Course
''The Sportiest Golf Course in the Lakes Area'' - come and enjoy.''The Sportiest Golf Course in the Lakes Area'' - come and enjoy.
J & K Marine
A full-service marine dealership that sells, services & rents Alumacraft, Larson, Southbay Pontoons as well as Mercury & Yamaha. J&K-Where Performance CountsA full-service marine dealership that sells, services & rents Alumacraft, Larson, Southbay Pontoons as well as Mercury & Yamaha. J&K-Where Performance Counts
L & M Fleet Supply
Quality at a discount for over 60 years. Open 7 days a week with a wide selection of goods in every department.Quality at a discount for over 60 years. Open 7 days a week with a wide selection of goods in every department.
Lakes Golf Simulator
Golf any time in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Open 24/7/365 to the public and to members. Customers can book tee times online in less than 5 minutes at www.lakesgolfsim.com.Golf any time in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Open 24/7/365 to the public and to members. Customers can book tee times online in less than 5 minutes at www.lakesgolfsim.com.
Lakes Sport Shop
We have all your hunting, fishing, sporting goods & accessories. We can outfit your active lifestyle with name brands & great products to get you on to your adventure.We have all your hunting, fishing, sporting goods & accessories. We can outfit your active lifestyle with name brands & great products to get you on to your adventure.
Maple Hills Golf Club
Beautiful 9 hole, par 36 golf course located 4 miles east of Detroit Lakes on U.S. 10. Visitors are welcome. Full line of custom & pro-line golf equipment & a unique aqua driving range.Beautiful 9 hole, par 36 golf course located 4 miles east of Detroit Lakes on U.S. 10. Visitors are welcome. Full line of custom & pro-line golf equipment & a unique aqua driving range.
Minnesota E-Bikes
E-Bike Outlet offering multiple different manufacturers and a wide range of economical prices.E-Bike Outlet offering multiple different manufacturers and a wide range of economical prices.
Minnesota Flyers Gymnastics
To provide gymnastics & fitness opportunities to all children of all abilities in a safe & fun environment.To provide gymnastics & fitness opportunities to all children of all abilities in a safe & fun environment.
Seaya Charter
Guided fishing Detroit Lakes and Park Rapids area lakesGuided fishing Detroit Lakes and Park Rapids area lakes
Shady Hollow Flea Market
Summertime market on Hwy. 59 So. 75-100 vendors every Sat. & Sun. Huge 3-day markets on holiday weekends. Old and new - antiques, clothing, tools, jewelry, games & more. Great food & beverages.Summertime market on Hwy. 59 So. 75-100 vendors every Sat. & Sun. Huge 3-day markets on holiday weekends. Old and new - antiques, clothing, tools, jewelry, games & more. Great food & beverages.
Tri-State Diving
Detroit Lakes only full service dive center; classes, sales & service equipment, rental gear, air fills, tank hydros, salvage & commercial diving; Rock climbing.Detroit Lakes only full service dive center; classes, sales & service equipment, rental gear, air fills, tank hydros, salvage & commercial diving; Rock climbing.
Ultima Gaming & Level 99 Arcade
Arcade/Family Entertainment Center located in Washington Square Mall. Offering birthday party and event packages with retail store for TCG gaming & hobby enthusiasts.Arcade/Family Entertainment Center located in Washington Square Mall. Offering birthday party and event packages with retail store for TCG gaming & hobby enthusiasts.
Wildflower Golf Course
Northwest Minnesota's premier championship golf course. Specialize in corporate and group events. Encourage ladies and juniors play. Fully stocked golf shop. Lessons available.Northwest Minnesota's premier championship golf course. Specialize in corporate and group events. Encourage ladies and juniors play. Fully stocked golf shop. Lessons available.
