Area Travel - AmericInn^® of Elk River, MN

Welcome to Beautiful Minnesota! Read about Elk River attractions and things to do during your stay:

The Indians called it "Wich a man" (where two rivers join). Early settlers built a trading post near the junction of two rivers, the Elk and the Mississippi, and called it Elk River. That tiny outpost in the rough Minnesota Territory of 1849 is now considered part of the second perimeter of the Twin Cities suburban area. Elk River, the Sherburne County seat, is unique in that its location offers residents and visitors the opportunity to sample the best of two worlds as our slogan, "Where city and country flow together", indicates. The friendly atmosphere and slower paced life of a small community flourishes just 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul, while Highways 10, 169, 101 and nearby Interstate 94 provide fast and easy access to the cultural and sporting events of the greater metropolitan area.

Area Attractions and Activities

Oliver H. Kelley Farm - Step back in time to a working 1860s farm.
Address: 15788 Kelley Farm Road, Elk River, Minnesota
Distance: 1.3 miles
Phone: 763-441-6896
Hours of Operation: 10:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday through Saturday and holidays; noon - 5:00pm Sunday. Closed  Mondays.

Mall of America - The Mall of American is a retail and family entertainment complex with over 500 stores, 80 restaurants and the newly opened Nickelodeon Universe indoor amusement park.
Address: 60 East Broadway, Bloomington, Minnesota
Distance: 42 miles
Phone: 952-883-8800
Hours of Operation: 10:00am - 9:30pm Monday through Saturday and 11:00am - 7:00pm Sunday.

Cabela's - Cabela's is the world's foremost outfitter for the outdoor lifestyle featuring hunting, fishing and outdoor gear.  The 185,000 square foot showroom is also an entertainment and educational attraction that features animal displays and aquariums.
Address: 20200 Rogers Drive, Rogers, Minnesota
Distance: 6.0 miles
Phone: 763-493-8600
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday 8:00am - 9:00pm and Sunday from 10:00am - 6:00pm

Albertville Premium Outlets - Albertville Premium Outlets features a selecton of over 100 designer and brand name stores offering bargains of 25-65% off of everyday prices.
Address: 6415 Labeaux Avenue NE, Albertville, Minnesota
Distance: 9.0 miles
Phone: 763-497-1911

National Sports Center - The National Sports Center is the world's largest amateur sports and meeting facility and hosts a number of sports, including soccer, hockey and lacrosse.
Address: 1700 105th Avenue NE, Blaine, Minnesota
Distance: 22 miles
Phone: 763-785-5601
Hours of Operation: Varies by season.

Mississippi River - Several nearby parks to walk, bike or take a hike along the river.
Distance: Less than 1 mile.

Northside Sports Park - Local paintball park.
Address: 14662 Ferret Street NW, Ramsey, Minnesota
Distance: 4 miles
Phone: 763-427-3892
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday from 12:00pm - 6:00pm, Saturday from 10:00am - 8:00pm and Sunday from 10:00am - 5:00pm

Shoppes at Arbor Lakes - The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes offers an assortment of stores ranging from national retailers to unique boutiques and restaurants ranging from fine dining to casual eateries.
Address: 12459 Elm Creek Boulevard, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Distance: 12 miles
Phone: 763-424-0504
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday from 10:00am - 9:00pm and Sunday from 11:00am - 6:00pm

Super Bowl Bowling Center - Fun for the whole family. Great indoor bowling center and arcade.
Address: 6720 Riverdale Drive NW, Ramsey, Minnesota
Distance: 8.5 miles
Phone: 763-421-7779
Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday from 9:00am - 11:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 12:00pm - 1:00am and Sunday from 9:00am - 11:00pm

Cheap Skate - Classic indoor roller skating rink.
Address: 3075 Coon Rapids Boulevard, Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Distance: 12 miles
Phone: 763-427-8980
Hours of Operation: Daily from 12:00pm - 4:00pm; though may vary each night.

Quick Area Guide

• Albertville Premium Outlets 7 mi
• Cabela's 7 mi
• Oliver Kelley Farm 2 mi
• National Sports Center 20 mi
• The Links of Northfork 4 mi
• Mall of America 30 mi
• Valley Fair 30 mi
• Elk River Country Club 5 mi
• Sherburne County Nature Center 10 mi
• Goose Lake Farm (Winery) 5 mi