We are heading into a chilly and snowy part of this rollercoaster start to 2024. The warm weather and lack of snow in January, February and March had many looking […]
Read More >>March 2024 is bringing us a lot of reasons to celebrate… St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, the first day of Spring. But, for the entire month, we get to honor women […]
Read More >>As we deal with varied temperatures above and below freezing, ice conditions are not ideal. If you want to go after those fishing “honey holes” on your favorite lake, be […]
Read More >>It seems that nothing worth having comes easy or without some effort. A community mural being created near Big Ole Park is an example of that. For years, advocates in […]
Read More >>Alexandria, MN – Each year thousands of people come from all over Minnesota for the annual Clay Target League Trapshooting Championships. The growth of the sport has resulted in the […]
Read More >>Explore Alexandria Tourism is pleased to announce our partnership with Lunar Cow Publishing, a firm specializing in destination marketing, for the 2024 Visitors Guide. This publication is our premier promotional […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of special beverages you can partake in here in the Alexandria area. They are hundreds of options so naturally we will miss a few good […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of appetizers you can enjoy with friends and family here in the Alexandria area. They are SO many great shareables, but much like the intent […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of sweet treats you can enjoy in the Alexandria area. They are SO many delicious treats to be had, but this is just a starter […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of entrees that are relatively unique to Alexandria, MN. (For links to all the restaurants included, click on the names of the restaurants below. Kadejan […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of Pizzas that are relatively unique to Alexandria, MN. Chain restaurants were not eligible for this list, but we know there are some great pizza […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of Burgers that are relatively unique to Alexandria, MN (For links to the restaurants, click on the names of the restaurants below. The Rack Burger […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of Breakfast Items that are relatively unique to Alexandria, MN (For links to the restaurants, click on the names of the restaurants below. Avocado Smash […]
Read More >>Below is a short list of Breakfast Items that are relatively unique to Alexandria, MN Avocado Smash Benedict – Travelers Inn Restaurant – 511 Broadway, Alexandria, MN (Applewood smoked bacon, […]
Read More >>Explore Alexandria’s History Did you know that Alexandria is home to what the National Register of Historic Places calls “Outstate Minnesota’s largest and most intact late 19th/early 20th century residential […]
Read More >>I can’t even comprehend the amount of times my vehicle or bicycle has traveled over the Viking Trail in Douglas County, yet it wasn’t until I took this job as […]
Read More >>Team Knighten (Scott Suggs, Wesley Strader, and Mike McClelland) were winners in the second round of pros following their two days on Lake Ida. They along with the fishermen from […]
Read More >>Fishing the Midwest TV host Mike Frisch details how a Ned Rig can be a multi species fish catching machine when fished on the deep weedline in early summer in […]
Read More >>“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” — Albert Camus The Autumn Season is arriving in Minnesota, and it’s one of the best times of the […]
Read More >>(last updated March 30th, 2021) The Alexandria Lakes Area has a long history of welcoming visitors to enjoy our beautiful lakes country and our great hospitality. The COVID-19 pandemic has […]
Read More >>Come experience the Grape Stomp and Fall Festival held annually at Carlos Creek Winery! The three day 2020 festival is September 18-20. This year is a little different from past years […]
Read More >>Come experience the Grape Stomp and Fall Festival held annually at Carlos Creek Winery! The three day festival, September 13-15, is packed with excitement including 18 bands on 4 stages, […]
Read More >>Autumn is a much-adored season for many reasons…cool nights around a campfire, pumpkin patches, cozy sweatshirts, and of course the beautiful vibrant colors of foliage during a Minnesota fall. Couple […]
Read More >>The Alexandria Lakes Area is a prime destination for summer vacations having over 350 lakes and a plethora of outdoor recreational opportunities. There are tons of experiences and activities you simply can’t […]
Read More >>There is endless fun in the Alexandria Lakes Area over the 4th of July holiday, from the Star Storm fireworks show to all the summer lake fun! Explore Alexandria wants […]
Read More >>The autumn hues are starting to pop up around the Alexandria Lakes Area! While they appeared slow to start at the beginning of September, they are starting to progress more. […]
Read More >>The Alexandria Lakes Area is a prime destination for summer vacations having over 350 lakes and a plethora of outdoor recreational opportunities. There are tons of experiences and activities you simply can’t […]
Read More >>The Alexandria Lakes Area received numerous inches of snow that got many miles of Douglas County’s snowmobile trails OPEN! Get your sled going and get ready to ride! Douglas Area Trails […]
Read More >>If you are looking to take in all the glory of autumn colors….GET READY! The Alexandria Lakes Area should be reaching peak fall color very soon! It’s difficult to predict […]
Read More >>The autumn season is turning out to be absolutely delightful in the lakes area! The weather has been summer-like for a large portion and now it looks like the fall […]
Read More >>The autumn hues are really starting to pop up around the Alexandria Lakes Area! I have been seeing colors beginning to start up since Labor Day (click here for that […]
Read More >>The Autumn Season is arriving in Minnesota, and it’s one of the best times of the year to get out and explore the Alexandria Lakes Area! Not only are there […]
Read More >>The Alexandria Lakes Area possesses hundreds and hundreds of fantastic Things to Do among all the natural beauty…whether it’s a fun family outing, romantic getaway or outdoor adventure. Enjoy the […]
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