Your Perfect Minnesota Vacation Spot

3 Reasons Why Arrowwood Alexandria is the Perfect Minnesota Vacation Spot

Searching for the perfect Minnesota vacation spot? Alexandria, Minnesota is the destination for you and your family to get away this summer. With over 300 lakes, hundreds of miles of scenic lake trails, and parks and beaches perfect for campfires, Alexandria is made for an ideal summertime escape—with something for everyone to enjoy.

Only a two hour drive northwest from Minneapolis-St. Paul, this hidden gem offers a peaceful, charming, and relaxed vibe in the heart of Minnesota. Arrowwood Alexandria puts you at the middle of it all with a wide array of lodging options. Choose from cozy cottages perfect for reunions and families, luxurious townhomes with beautiful lake views, or elegant traditional guest rooms.

Check out the top reasons why Arrowwood Alexandria is the perfect home away from home for your summer plans—no matter if it’s a weekend or week-long trip!

1. Great Outdoors to Explore

Lovely trees, sparkling lakes, and that pure, fresh Minnesota air is something you can’t find anywhere else. Any outdoor enthusiast, young or old, will love the adventures and sporting recreation that Alexandria offers.

  • Ready to get your suntan on? Minnesota does lake season right, and Arrowwood Alexandria’s full service marina comes with everything you need for a perfect day on the water. Rent motorized or nonmotorized boats, water sporting equipment, or fishing gear to reel in that big one. Don’t forget to book your private Lake Darling cruise too.
  • Saddle up for fun! Arrowwood Stables houses 30 horses—along with a riding ring and guided trail rides. With options for every experience level, Arrowwood also has lead-arounds and riding lessons for little riders. And enjoy an old fashioned tractor-drawn hayride, perfect for a group activity.
  • Find a new path or lake to explore! Take to the trails with running, walking, hiking, or biking. Enjoy miles of trails with shoreline, in park interiors, or through the forest with the dozens of paths in the Alexandria area. Check out a peak to conquer, over 300 lakes, and five public beaches in the region too—perfect for canoeing, kayaking, fishing, or sunbathing.
  • Pack your clubs for a championship golf course. Atikwa Golf Course is scenic Minnesota golf at it’s finest. Ask about the Executive putting course, a stunning showpiece of greenway along the shores of Lake Darling. Check out other local golf courses too.

2. Appealing Attractions for Everyone

From pastimes for children to shopping for parents, Alexandria has a little bit of something for everyone. And when you’ve finished with the day’s activities, there’s still sightseeing to enjoy.

  • Need a break from the sun? Enjoy the Big Splash Minnesota Indoor Waterpark! With 38,000 square feet of fun and three 4-story-high waterslides, Arrowwood’s waterpark was voted 2016’s Best Family Resort & Waterpark by readers of the SUN Media Group.
  • The kids are sure to love Hemker Park & Zoo in Freeport (40 miles from Alexandria), with more than 50 wildlife species from around the world in a semi-natural setting. Or if your little ones like more action, try Casey’s Amusement Park. This kid’s paradise is filled with go-carts, mini-golf, bumper boats, batting cages, an arcade, and more!
  • Ready for some retail therapy? Check out the wide array of shops and boutiques in downtown Alexandria with items you won’t find anywhere else. The guys will love the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum—rated a “must see” by AAA—with classic boats and exhibits. And how about a photo op with the Big Ole Viking Statue?

3. Comforts Close to Lodging

No matter if you’re on the resort or exploring nearby, there are plenty of comforts to keep you happy during your stay. From fine dining to massages, treat yourself to something delicious or relaxing.

  • Stay on the resort and sample one (or all!) of our restaurants including Lake Cafe with Minnesota dishes and views of Darling Lake, Deck Bar & Grill for lakeside dining, or Rafter’s Lounge for after-hour cocktails and plush armchairs. Or go about town and explore local restaurant choices.
  • Time to rejuvenate? Conveniently located right on the resort, the Darling Reflections Spa is where you can enjoy your treatment overlooking the lake. Choose from nail services, massages, facials, or full body treatments.
  • Time to fill your cup at the Carlos Creek Winery! Voted Minnesota’s Best Winery in a customer poll sponsored by WCCO TV, this vineyard serves up all your favorites—and their tasting room is open year round. Or try Panther Distillery, Minnesota’s first legal distillery—with some of the best whiskey around.

Stop looking for the perfect vacation spot in Minnesota. You found it with Arrowwood Alexandria—complete with outdoor activities for the adventurers, attractions for everyone in the family, and luxurious comforts easily nearby. Dive in and stay awhile in the “Birthplace of America”. Explore Alexandria, and make summertime memories that everyone will remember!