- TripBuzz found 21 things to do with kids in or near Bemidji, Minnesota, including 8 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lake Itasca.
- From Devotion Paintball & Laser Tag to Buena Vista Ski Area, the Bemidji area offers 25 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Laser Tag, Mini Golf and Zoos.
- Known as the 'first city on the Mississippi, Bemidji is still a large part of the Native American culture of the country. The city acts as a hub between Leech Lake Indian Reservation, Red Lake Indian Reservation, and White Earth Indian Reservation. Bemidji contains 400 lakes in 25 miles, has 500 miles of snowmobile trails, and 99 miles of cross country skiing trails.
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Bemidji's Sculpture Walk is an area of the city featuring sculpture installations in numerous public places. The Walk was established in 1999 and continues to accept new artwork submissions from local and regional artists.
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Operating since 1951, the Paul Bunyan Playhouse is the oldest summer stock theatre in Minnesota. Locals and artists from all over the country come here and play on the stage.
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The Bemidji Town and Country Club sits on a tranquil setting and offers a challenging golf course with a scenic view of the lake. The club hosts special dining events during holidays at its onsite restaurant and bar.
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Preacher's Grove is a site within the Itasca State Park with red pines. It is named Preacher's Grove because a group of preacher's camped on the very spot in the 1920s.
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Wilderness Drive is a narrow paved road that takes people through the Itaska State Park. It's a one-way drive which offers a tour of the state park without getting out of the car.
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Part of Itasca State Park, the Bison Kill Site is an important archaeological site related to a species of extinct bison that were hunted here by stone-age tribes. The area lies adjacent to hiking trails and is accessible by foot.
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A relatively short circular trail among the red and white pines, Landmark Interpretive Trail will appeal to hikers, wildlife enthusiasts, and casual walkers. The trail takes walkers through a wilderness area full of varied wildlife.
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From Peace Pipe Vista, visitors can see panoramic views of Itasca State Park that includes pines, lakes, and natural landmarks. The lookout is accessible by a hiking trail and has a bronze plaque that explains the geology of the region.
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Winding for 1.2 miles through an old growth forest, the Red Pine Trail takes hikers through pines that are 100-300 years old. Wildflowers, including calypso orchids, are in full bloom there in May and June.
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Lake Itasca is a small lake within the Itaska State Park. They offer a two-decked tour boat of the lake where the guide points out the wild life and other interesting things inside the park.