14 Gorgeous Lakefront Towns In Minnesota That Are Perfect For A Weekend Getaway
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Jo Magliocco
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With 10,000 lakes, Minnesota has plenty opportunity for beautiful lakefront towns. And with so many lakefront towns, we also have plenty of opportunity to enjoy them on the weekends! These towns in particular are fantastic to visit. You’ll find them full of charming B&Bs, cabins, coffee shops, and antique shopping; plus there’s always the chance for recreation on the water!
This beautiful town is one of the best B&B spots in the state, and completely surrounded by lakes!
On the edge of the metro, this is a perfect getaway for the day. Enjoy walking downtown along Lake Minnetonka.
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A little larger of a city, Albert Lea is the perfect getaway for those looking to explore a new MN community complete with stunning parks, historical attractions and, of course, a lake.
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This small town on the border is right by a massive lake - even though it's technically on the river portion, we think it's the perfect place to stay to enjoy both the Rainy River & Rainy Lake.
A gorgeous small town right next to a state park, this lake has plenty of recreation opportunities and excellent camping!
This small town has lakeside walking paths with amazing views and also has its own lakeside state park nearby.
This city on Leech Lake offers amazing opportunities for boating and sailing, as well as lakeside lodging and dining.
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On massive Lake Superior, this quaint North Shore town is the perfect weekend getaway with plenty of adorable cabins, hotels, and an epic lighthouse and breakwater to explore.
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Another tiny town - Grey Eagle is in close proximity to several gorgeous lakes, and offers stunning views year round.
West of the metro, this beautiful town is surrounded by lakefront offering amazing beaches and recreation opportunities.
One of MN's best main streets can be found here, along with, of course, a scenic lake!
This beautiful town is right next to the lake of the same name and you will love the friendly locals and small businesses, along with all the lakefront property you can rent!
Another Brainerd Lakes favorite, this stunning town is right next to the Cuyuna Country State recreation area with amazing mine lakes and epic hiking and biking paths.
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Find Paul Bunyan's girlfriend and enjoy stunning lake views in this small town.
Want more amazing waterfront towns to visit? Check out these river towns in Minnesota for even more vacation spots!
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