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November 2020 – Variations on a theme as late fall settles in

November 2020 Variations on a theme as late fall settles in Snow came early this fall, catching most of us off guard with fall chores yet to be done and winter gear still stashed away. We even saw a few snowmobilers out for an early run. A few days of warm weather in the forecast […]

Fishing Report

Wow, winter is here…almost Fall fishing is at its finest on the Park Rapids Lakes Area.  Walleyes can be found shallow at night by trolling crankbaits in 6-10 ft. of water. A flashy Pearl #7 Berkley Flicker Minnow is a very productive walleye catching bait.   Focus on shallow feeding shelves just outside in-flowing rivers/creeks […]

Fishing Report

Fall crappie fishing is in full swing throughout the Park Rapids area! Look for the crappies hanging out over the deep holes in the 25-40 ft. range.  The other area are dep muddy basins in the 20-30 ft. range.  Catch them using 1/8 oz jigs tipped with a fathead minnow or snap jig a #5 […]

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Fall in love with nature all over again Geese are migrating, fall colors are peaking and pine cones are plopping onto the deck. Fall chores may have to wait until you return from the north woods where you can still hike, bike or ride miles of ATV trails and take in the comforting scent of […]

2020 Annual Meeting Distinction Awards

Ambassador of the Year Award Recognizing the contribution and commitment of an outstanding Ambassador.           Chair’s Exceptional Individual Award The Chair’s Exceptional Individual Award is given to someone in appreciation of their commitment and service to the Heartland Lakes community.           Shining Star Award Shining Star Award […]

Itasca State Park-Get Fall Color Updates

Fall Color Finder   Purchase a vehicle permit before you go and get a year of unlimited visits to all of Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas. Itasca State Park Zig-zag Goldenrod, closeup. (09/08/2020 ) – MNDNR Staff 0-10% past peak past peak Updated September 23, 2020 Where to go WOW! and Beautiful, words that best describe anywhere […]

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Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber, a Partner of Explore Minnesota Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Northwoods Bank, Partner of Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber Citizen's Bank in Park Rapids, MN Park Rapids Downtown Business Association Park Rapids Lakes Area Convention & Visitor's Bureau