Recreation & Rental Equipment

When planning for a day, a weekend or a week or two, the Park Rapids Lakes Area provides a destination where there are always things to see and do. Read on for more ideas. And if you decide you need the equipment to round out your plans, you can rent it at several locations.

Visit the Character Challenge Course, the area's only recreational High & Low Ropes Course.  Whether experiencing the 3G Swing, completing the Challenge Course, or riding on the 360' Zipline, you will be wildly entertained! Your family will leave with memories that will last a lifetime.  Call for reservations, April-October. (218) 760-8442.  Or visit website: www.characterchallengecourse.com

Huntersville Canoe Outfitters, 23516 380th St., 12 miles east of Menahga. Provide information on canoe handling, packing of gear, setting up camp, cooking, general camping hints and map reading as well as prompt delivery and pick up service and assistance with planning for groups and other trips. There is ample parking, free for customers. For more information see: http://www.huntersvillecanoeoutfitters.com

Itasca Sports Rental, on the Main Park Drive at the public boat access, Itasca State Park, 22 miles north of Park Rapids. Rent canoes, kayaks, pontoons, paddle boats, bikes and fishing boats. Other services available. (218)266-2150 or (218)657-2420. For more information see: http://www.itascasports.com

Muskie Waters, 118 Bunyan Trail Rd., Nevis. Miniature golf, bike rental and more. Call (218)652-3767 or (218)652-3769. For more information see: http://muskiewaters.com

Watertoys, 19703 Grouse Rd., Park Rapids, on the south end of Big Sand Lake, Park Rapids. Rent pontoons, watercraft and ski boats on an hourly, daily and weekly basis. Call 732-7778.