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In Grand Rapids you will find small town charm that is surrounded by Minnesota’s nature. This picturesque area has been a favorite of those planning MN family vacations, fishing trips, couple’s getaways and family reunions for over 100 years. The distinguished fishing lakes, forest and trails provide the perfect backdrop for leisure and sports adventures. Grand Rapids is close enough to be convenient, but just far enough away to provide a real escape. You will find a truly unique Northwoods experience; filled with abundant outdoor adventures, scenic beauty, preserved heritage and vibrant arts and entertainment. The Grand Rapids area offers a wide variety of lodging, rustic and charming dining and unique boutique style shopping opportunities to meet everyone’s wants and needs for a grand getaway.
Come escape to Minnesota’s nature in Grand Rapids, MN.
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We loving sharing pictures of people having fun in the Grand Rapids/Itasca area. Ladies enjoying biking at the NEW world-class mountain bike trail called Tioga Recreation Area located in Cohasset, MN #HeadNorth #RideNorth#OnlyinMN
First Friday Art Walk is THIS Friday, Sept 6 in Downtown Grand Rapids. http://ow.ly/aWQK50vWHFj. Your chance to shop, eat & drink, purchase art, view local art & listen to live music. Photo: Ariana Aitken will perform at Brewed Awkenings. #HeadNorth #DowntownGR#OnlyinMN
Making memories up north in truly a Minnesotan thing to do. We hope that you have enjoyed Summer 2019! We encourage you to book your Summer 2020 Family Vacation up north to Grand Rapids NOW to ensure great memories in the future. http://ow.ly/dAqu50vQcNx #OnlyinMN
Here is something fun to do as a family TOMORROW night in Grand Rapids MN. http://ow.ly/Nd0q50vPMa5 Wonders of the Night Sky. Look through meteorologist, Mike Lynch, large telescopes at the dark sky of northern Minnesota, and learn about celestial photography. #HeadNorth#OnlyinMN
We just found out that @DavinaVagabonds are coming to Rapids Brewing Company on September 8th. Hosted by @KAXETickets are $40/person. More information: http://ow.ly/FHAn50vCtr6 #HeadNorth #OnlyinMN
Come CELEBRATE with us! Opening of World Class Mountain Bike Trail. Tioga Trail Fest is THIS Sat, Aug 24 – minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. Enjoy Trail Tours, Live Music, Eat & Drink! Fun for the entire family! http://ow.ly/6tDS50vCtHW #HeadNorth #OnlyinMN
Join us to #RunNorth for our newest 5k and 1/2 Marathon @RunningtheRapidsRegistration goes up July 1st. Register TODAY: http://ow.ly/x1QR50uOziW #HeadNorth #OnlyinMN
We hope you had a fabulous weekend! Didn’t get the most out of you weekend? Feeling like you wished you would have GONE somewhere? Well, we have just the place where you can unplug and reconnect in MN nature. #HeadNorth #OnlyinMN
The Prairie Lake Gorge is a hidden gem of the Grand Rapids, MN area. Located between Prairie Lake and Lower Prairie Lake in Coleraine Minnesota. 25 minute drive from downtown Grand Rapids. http://ow.ly/SFW350uMPbj Photo from Elaine Johnson.#HeadNorth
Most people are familiar with the loon calls. Do you know what Tremolo (sounds like the loon is laughing) means? This can be used for distress, between a pair, or as a flight call. Re-share video from Weisguy Images http://ow.ly/JskZ50uOAHY
Re-share @HeraldReview 3-Day Bonfire chamber Music Festival returns to The Reif Center July 24-26.
Get tickets here: http://ow.ly/yE4V50uVGjA
New Event: Tioga Trail Fest Aug 24 at Tioga Beach. Bike Demos+Trail Tours+mountain bike clinic+Party in the park. Food, Music, Fun for the entire family. http://ow.ly/zlVj50v1kCP #GoTioga#HeadNorth #OnlyinMN
Come Camp in the Grand Rapids MN area! From primitive campsites in the @ChippewaNF to full hook-ups at Pokegama Dam, and seasonal sites at Minnesota Resorts – there is something for everyone. http://ow.ly/hwXs50v9eWB #HeadNorth #OnlyinMN
Water is like a highway to adventure, best spent on a stand up paddle board, kayak or canoe. Photos courtesy of Weisguy Images at the LaRue Mine Pit in Nashwauk, MN. #HeadNorth#OnlyinMN
Join us for our Lumberjack Mile & 5K on Sept 7. Register NOW and receive our EXCLUSIVE discount code to receive $10 off! Type HEADNORTH at registration! http://ow.ly/Cu0j50voxxF
