Family Travel - AmericInn® Park Rapids, MN
The Perfect Family Vacation in Park Rapids Minnesota
Located just 25 Miles from Itasca State Park, AmericInn Lodge & Suites of Park Rapids is a wonderful get away for families. Within 25 miles of Park Rapids are more than 400 crystal clear lakes, rivers and streams, all tucked majestically into more than 3 million acres of forests, both State and National. While visiting, you can enjoy fishing, golfing, swimming, snowmobiling, skiing, four wheeling, biking, hiking, and so much more. You'll find something for everyone to do during your family vacaiton in Park Rapids Minnesota!
Family Attractions and Activities
Itasca State Park- The Headwaters of the Mississippi river has many things to explore including hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, boating, horse back riding, snowmobiling and cross country skiing.
Address: 36750 Main Park Drive, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Distance: 23 miles
Phone: 218-266-2100
Hours of Operation: Call for hours
World of Christmas/ Evergreen Park- World of Christmas is a unique shopping experience. The offer deck and garden decor, jewelry, apparel, linens, great home and Northwoods decor, inspirational items, kid’s area, books, and food items. Evergreen Park is out door fun for the whole family. They have miniature golf, train ride, water wars, bumper boats, extreme air jumper system, batting cages, go carts and a climbing wall.
Address: 26468 U.S Hwy 71, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Distance: 12 miles
Phone: 218-732-9609
Hours of Operation: Seasonal, Hours vary, call for times
Northland Bison Ranch - Bison adventure tour, gift and are gallery, and Bison meat sales. Learn the history of bison and hear the sounds buffalo make. See the bison up close in their natural environment as you ride in a comfortable air conditioned bison bus. Take pictures of bison up close and see young calves as they nurse.
Address: 22376 Glacial Ridge Trail, Nevis, MN 56467
Distance: 13 miles
Phone: 218-652-3582
Hours of Operation: Memorial Day through Labor Day; call to make reservations
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge- You will find hiking trails, an observation platform, and great viewpoints for wildlife photography. Tamarac includes opportunities for fishing and hunting. Cross country skiing, snow shoeing and ice fishing are popular winter activities. A theater presentation provides orientation to the lire and legends of this unique area.
Address:35704 Co Hwy 26, Rochert, MN 56578
Distance: 40 miles
Phone: 218-847-2641
Hours of Operation: Open Weekdays year round 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. and summer and fall weekends 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Long Lake Theater - Long Lake Theater shows plays and musicals. Fun for all ages.
Address: 12183 Beacon Road, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Distance: 13 miles
Phone: 218-732-0099
Hours of Operation: Seasonal; hours vary, call for hours
Professor Nil’s Photographic Emporium- Olde Tyme portraits, can dress from five different styles, western, civil war, Victorian, roaring 20’s and prairie.
Address: Dorset, MN 56470
Distance: 5 miles
Phone: 218-732-5445
Hours of Operation: 7 days a week, noon to 8 pm - Memorial Day to Labor Day
Jasper’s Theater - Enjoy the best mix of music from every era highlighting big band, Dixieland, jazz, country, gospel, patriotic, & 50's; magic performed by Jack Sand and novelty talents such as yodeling, dancing and comedy skits.
Address: 17339 Highway 34 East, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Distance: 1 mile
Phone: 218-732-4333
Hours of Operation: Seasonal; hours vary, Call for hours.
Woodtick Musical Theater - A unique musical show fun for the whole family.
Address:P.O. box 254, Akeley, MN 56433
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 218-652-4200
Hours of Operation: Seasonal; hours vary, Call for hours.
Park Theater - Come see the Newly Remodeled Park Theatre for all your movie viewing pleasure. There are now 3 screens 1 screen is the LARGEST in the area. High back Rockers Seats with Stadium Seating Digital 3-D and 7.1 Surround Sound. They didn't just do this for the fun of it, they did it for the pure enjoyment of our customers. They have a wide variety of concession favorites and are adding some new treats too.
Address: 107 S Main St.
Distance: 1 mile
Phone: 218-732-3461
Hours of Operation: Call for hours
Toad Mountain Ranch - Located in the Smokey Hills of northwest Minnesota, Toad Mountain Ranch is an equestrian paradise set in the pristine and unspoiled Minnesota heartland. Our private 700 acre ranch is a fantastic getaway for horse lovers of all ages and abilities.
Address: 42273 State Hwy 34, Osage, MN 56570
Distance: 10 miles
Phone: 218-846-1020
Hours of Operation: Call for hours
Character Challenge Course - If you are looking for any type of team building or family event in Minnesota, look no further. You do not need to be a part of a group in order to experience this thrill of a lifetime. They have one of the fastest ziplines in Minnesota! Boasting 10 high elements that reach 35', participants will push past fears in an exhilarating, yet safe, environment. If you are looking for one of the best activities in northern Minnesota, you have found the right place.
Address: 13218 County Rd 40
Distance: 8 miles
Phone: 218-760-8442
Hours of Operation: Call for hours
Jokela ProWest Rodeo - The Park Rapids rodeo events started back in 1978 when Rhonda Jokela told her brother Randy to either start a rodeo or to shut up about it--her words were more colorful! The rodeo has transitioned from a open rodeo, to semi-pro, to IPRA, to PRCA and now in its 33rd year as PBR Bull Ride!
Location: 1.5 miles east of Park Rapids on Hwy 34
Distance: .5 miles
Phone: 218-732-5587
Hours of Operation: Call for hours
Hubbard County Historical Museum - The museum is host to thousands of visitors each year, which is remarkable considering the size of the community and that we are only open from May to October. Our visitors are all favorably impressed by what they see and do not expect to find such a wonderful museum in a small town like ours. We are very proud of the accomplishments in our museum and feel that we perform a valuable service to the citizens of Park Rapids and surrounding communities. We provide a cultural and educational center, and by its location, a historical setting in which to preserve the nature of our rich cultural heritage. The museum does not charge admission; donations are our main source of income.
Address: 301 Court Ave.
Distance: 1.5 mile
Phone: 218-732-5237
Hours of Operation: Call for hours
Evergreen Gifts and Fun Park- is a unique shopping experience. The offer deck and garden decor, jewelry, apparel, linens, great home and Northwoods decor, inspirational items, kid’s area, books, and food items. Evergreen Park is out door fun for the whole family. They have miniature golf, train ride, water wars, bumper boats, extreme air jumper system, batting cages, go carts and a climbing wall.
Address: 26468 U.S Hwy 71, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Distance: 12 miles
Phone: 218-732-9609
Hours of Operation: Seasonal, Hours vary, call for times
