5 Iconic places you should visit on Akeley

Krisztina Papp

AKELEY, MN - Akeley is the place of the headwaters of the Crow Wing Chain, which is in the picturesque Northwoods of Minnesota. Akeley can provide the best in riding, fishing, and camping, walking, and hunting in this environment of magnificent lakes and thick woodlands. Akeley also offers an array of incredible culinary adventures, shopping, outdoor activities, and theater within a 10-mile radius. It will undoubtedly be exciting and relaxing to explore the Akeley area.

1. The City Beach
The beach features ashore with a playground, a lot of sand, and a raft between the City Camping and the boat dock.

2. The Worlds Largest Paul Bunyan Statue
Akeley is home to the worldwide Paul Bunyan Statue. Stop by Paul's Patio and spare a while to get a picture op in his hand. Don't forget to tag the location so that the officials can display your photo in their upcoming events.

3. The Heartland Trail
The first trail in the country was the Heartland Trail. The 49-mile road leads from Park Rapids up to Cass Lake, paved with numerous uses. In summer, this is a wonderful motorcycle track, but it is prepared as snowmobile riding for winter. You will discover a parking space with outdoor toilets right through the middle of Akeley.

4. The Paul Bunyan Museum
Akeley's history is presented in the Paul Bunyan Museum. Interesting relics and numerous articles about Akeley's heritage are presented. It is maintained by volunteers during the summertime. Make sure when you stop, you give these hardworking people warm thanks.

5. Itasca State Park
Interesting areas include the old preacher's growth pine, Peace Pipe Vista, the bison-killing area, and over 100 lakes. The historic Douglas Lodge has rooms for rent, cabins & Suites Itasca. Superb Common Loon birding location, Black-Backed woodpecker, Alder Flycatcher, and more from the Winter Wren. Ski trails cross-country.

Visit akeleychamber.com to explore more places.

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