Minnesota`s unforgettable vacation destination

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Minnesota's unforgettable
vacation destination
Mille Lacs Area Tourism Council
P.O. Box 286, Isle, MN 56342
888-350-2692 • 320-676-9972
www.millelacs.com
When you come
to Mille Lacs
Mille Lacs, a vacation . . .
don't forget
you won't forget
your swimsuit, water skis,
inner tubes, beach toys
and oh yes – the kids!
Mille Lacs' Mascots
The Garrison Walleye is located on the
Garrison Concourse. The 15' Walleye
came to Garrison from Wisconsin in the
early 1980’s. It was constructed by the
F.A.S.T. Company which specialized in
fiberglass products. The Garrison Walleye attracts thousands of visitors from
all over the world to the Concourse each
year. Legend has it that this walleye was
caught by Paul Bunyan after a 3-day
struggle. Paul finally wrapped his line
around Babe the Blue Ox's horns and
Babe pulled the fish out of Lake Mille
Lacs and up onto Garrison Beach.
The Mean Walleye and Massive
Muskie are located at Portside Bait &
Liquor on the SE corner of the lake, just
north of the City of Isle. The 20’ Walleye
and 25’ Muskie are made of fiberglass,
and they are not your ordinary fish!
1st National Bank of Milaca in Isle is
where you will find a 20’ Walleye made
of fiberglass. More than 25 years ago the
Isle Civic & Commerce group moved the
walleye to the bank because the bank
said they would maintain it. Plans are
currently underway for some maintenance
work, including painting.
Also in Isle, Unique Boatique's building owner has installed two 600 lb. fish.
Carved from pine in just three hours by a
Ota, a Japanese chainsaw master for a
chainsaw carving contest in Hackensack,
Minnesota. He won the contest.
Welcome
Welcome to the famous Mille Lacs Lake area. This worldclass fishery showcases 132,516 acres in central Minnesota and
offers the best fishing anywhere! Resorts, hotel/motels, and private vacation homes provide great accommodations. Along with
popular activities in the Mille Lacs Lake area – fishing, boating,
hunting, ATVing, snowmobiling – there’s so much more for families and outdoor enthusiasts to explore.
In addition to Mille Lacs Lake there are many smaller surrounding lakes including Turtle Lake to enjoy.
Tourism Information Centers
are located on Highway 27 (Main
Street) Isle, (open year round)
and near the Concourse on
Lake Area Tourism Council
Highway 169 in Garrison
(open summer months P.O. Box 286, Isle, MN 56359
Thursday through Monday
888-350-2692 • 320-676-9972
only). Stop in and say "hello" www.millelacs.com
Printed in U.S.A. 35M 12/11
when you're in the area.
Stay on top of Mille
Lacs Area Events
• Community festivals are held
June through August
• Native American Pow-Wows
• Farmers Markets and Flea Markets
• Snowmobile Races
• Ice Fishing Contests
These are just a
few of the many
events scheduled
throughout the
year. Scan this
QR Code to link
to our events
calendar
The Garrison
Walleye
This booklet is produced by the Garrison Commercial Club and the Mille Lacs Area Tourism Council
Photo credits: Cover: Fishing dock - Twin Pines Resort; Daiseys - Kylee Conner; Loon - Roxie Bouley. This page: Explore Minnesota Tourism.
Page 3: Garrison Walleye - Explore Minnesota Tourism; Kids swimming - Leslie Barsady
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History of the Mille Lacs Lake Area
When you come
to Mille Lacs . . .
don't forget
to dig into our history.
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Photo credits: Lumber and horses - Courtesy of the Mille Lacs
Messenger from Louis Gish. Onamia July Fourth Celebration Courtesy of the Mille Lacs Messenger from Dorothy Holada.
As you look out across the sparkling waters of Mille Lacs on a sunny
summer afternoon, there is much
more there than meets the eye. People have sought out this great
lake since shortly after it was created
by glaciers thousands of years
ago. It has been called by
many names, depending
on who was doing the
naming, such as Me-DeWakan-Ton, Minsi-Saganonging, Lake Buade,
and now Mille Lacs
Lake, or Lake Mille Lacs if you
prefer. The area around Mille Lacs
became part of the United States with
the treaty that ended the Revolutionary War, and became part of Indiana
Territory in 1800.
This area has been a home and workplace to countless groups of
Native Americans (presently the
Ojibwe); European and American
explorers and fur traders; FrenchCanadian voyageurs; Scandinavian
lumberjacks, sawmillers, and farmers;
town folk, storekeepers, and resorters. The big lake was once host to
large steamboats, hauling supplies
and timber before the days of paved
roads. For nearly 90 years the Soo
Line Railroad touched the shore of
Mille Lacs, moving mail, freight and
produce. Horse-drawn wagons and
sleds also moved people, supplies and
timber around the area. Small towns
sprang up in the days before automobiles, and still survive in the 21st century to provide services to residents
and visitors around the countryside.
The former route once plied by
massive steam locomotives is now
used by hikers, ATV riders, bicyclists,
and snowmobilers. Mille Lacs Lake is
a center for year-round fishing, camping, summer swimming, and recreational
boating. Opportunities for hunting and
hiking abound in the
adjacent forest areas. The
lake becomes a frozen metropolis
in winter, as thousands of ice fishing houses cover the frozen surface. Resorts and campgrounds cover
the surrounding area as well. Town
celebrations and various festivals dot
the area, with something for everyone. There is even a casino with a
hotel and entertainment complex on
the west shore!
Visit Mille Lacs and see why people
keep coming back!
Historic Sites & Centers
the National Society for Commercial
Archeology’s list entitled: “Falling by
the Wayside: 10 Most Endangered
Roadside Places” and “The Minnesota Preservation Alliance list of 10
Most Endangered Historic Places.”
An application has been submitted
requesting the Concourse be listed a
historical monument on the National
Historical Registry.
Mille Lacs Indian Museum & Trading
Post - The history, art and culture of
the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe come
to life at this fascinating, interactive
museum. Explore in their own words,
the lives of these early Minnesotans,
how they faced 200 years of challenges to their land and livelihoods, and
what they’re doing today to preserve
and share their rich heritage. Located
on US Hwy 169, 8 miles south of Garrison, 12 miles north of Onamia.
Mille Lacs Museum - Explore the history of Mille Lacs Lake, fur trading,
logging industry, railroads, pioneer
settlements and farming. Located on
Main Street in the City of Isle.
Garrison Concourse - The Garrison
Concourse was constructed from
1936-1939 by the CCC Camp SP-15.
The Concourse is the only stone
overlook in Minnesota that projects
Ellen Ruth Launch - Located on Main
into a lake. The Concourse is listed on Street in the City of Wahkon.
Resort & Campground
On Turtle Lake
Mille Lacs/Brainerd Lakes Area
800-450-2495
• 40 Campsites
• 13 Cabins
• Sandy Beach
• Free WI/FI
• Reunion Home
www.campholiday.com
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and Isle Flower Shop
Fresh Food
Friendly Faces
Main Street, Isle 320-676-3376
Open Daily 7 am - 9 pm
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Photo credits: Launch fishing - Twin Pines Resort; Boy with Walleye Appeldoorn's Sunset Bay Resort; Sunset fishing - Fisherman's Wharf
Resort. Next Page: Muskie fishermen - Twin Pines Resort
When you come
to Mille Lacs . . .
don't forget
that there are almost
200 lakes in the
Mille Lacs area.
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Launch Fishing and
Private Guide Service
Launch fishing back in the
1930’s was different. Flat-bottom
wooden boats
were hooked together in a chain
like fashion.
They were then
towed out into
the lake about a
half mile to the
rocks or sand
bars by the
captain. They
had no set
time limit and
would fish until they were ready to be hauled
home.
Today, Mille Lacs is one of a few Minnesota lakes big
enough to accommodate launches. These group fishing
boats range in size from 25' to 73' and hold 6-50 people.
Many resorts around the lake carry on the 70-year old
tradition, offering morning, afternoon and evening departures with half-day, full-day and night options. Single
group private charters are available as well as walk-on
launch trips for singles, couples, families and other
groups. No need to bring your own equipment as most
launches furnish bait, tackle and advice. Fun is a trip
standard!
In addition to launch fishing, local guides are often
second or third generation Mille Lacs dwellers with the
accumulated knowledge of more than a single lifetime.
They know their way around the lake's unique structure
and can pinpoint reefs and drop-offs where fish customarily gather. They too, provide everything you need
– poles, bait and tackle. Our professional guides will give
you and your family the experience of a lifetime.
Choose
for your next
business group
outing!
Event
INN &Center
Open All Year
• Deluxe Hotel with Whirlpool Suites
• 4 and 5 bedroom Log Condos with
Fireplace and Jacuzzi
• 2 BR Cabins
• Continental Breakfast
• Snowmobile Rentals
• Year 'round Professional
Guide Service
• Chartered Launch
Service
McQuoid's Event center
Let us host your next event . . . big or small!
• Meeting rooms/banquet facilities for up to 200
• Weddings, Receptions and Seminars
• Scrapbook, stamping and quilting retreats
• Anniversaries - Parties - Family reunions
Ideal for multiple-day events!
. . . on Mille Lacs Lake’s Southeast Corner
1325 Hwy 47 N., Isle, MN 56342
www.mcquoidsinn.com
800-862-3535
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Mille Lacs Area Attractions
Parks
When you come
to Mille Lacs . . .
don't forget
to bring your golf clubs . . .
and your swim suit . . .
and your rabbit's foot.
Kathio State Park is located NW
of Onamia. The park’s 10,000+ acres
of lakes and hills is the lush setting for
woods, wildflowers, creeks, ponds and
the beautiful Rum River. In summer
the park features semi-modern campsites, a primitive group camp, canoe
and boat launch, swimming beach,
fishing, 35 miles of hiking trails and
27 miles of horseback riding trails. In
winter, visitors can explore snowmobile, cross-country and snowshoeing
trails too. The park also features an
Interpretive Center, a naturalist and a
100-foot observation tower.
Father Hennepin State Park is on
the SE shore of Mille Lacs near Isle.
Group and individual campsites dot
the park. Visitors will find two boat
launches, a fishing pier, swimming
beach and hiking trails. In winter the
park is open for cross-country skiing
and snowshoeing.
The Wildlife Management Area
is south of the lake, one mile north of
the intersection of Mille Lacs County
Road 19 and 20. It has 61 square
miles of wet, rocky land.
Approximately 100
miles of roads and
trails traverse the
WMA, with public
access points offered
at 80 locations around
the WMA. They are used by
hunters, loggers and other outdoor
recreationalists who enjoy the natural
beauty and solitude of the area.
Isle, Wahkon, Onamia and Garrison City Parks offer a variety of
different services including picnic
areas, shelters, playground, bathroom
facilities, beach and boat ramps. They
are a great place to relax and enjoy a
Mille Lacs area community.
Casino
Beaches
Golf Courses
Spend the day playing in the
water with the kids or just relax with
your toes in the sand. Public beaches
can be found at the State Parks and
some of the City Parks, Hogs Back on
the north shore, Cedar Creek Public Access on the east side, Bare Ass
Beach in Wahkon and a number of
320.684.2221
NE Corner of Mille Lacs
Lake, off Hwy 47
Your All Seasons Resort, Close to Nature, Close to Home
Restaurant/Bar, Seasonal Sites, Lodging, Wi-Fi, Ice Cabins,
Lake Access, Launch/Charter Service, Event Services, Motel
800-645-3693
6.5 Miles North of Isle on Big Point
www.WharfMN.com
The “Experience” Launch/Charter
Fleet…newest full service boats
on the lake! Fishing, Cruising,
Socializing, Meetings,
& much more!
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Photo credits: Fall golf - Fiddlestix Golf Course;
Beach at Father Hennepin State Park - Mille Lacs
Area Tourism Council (MLATC).
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Malmo
Lakeview Cabins
Seasonal RV Sites
Daily Launch Trips
Two Protected Harbors
www.FishersResort.com
18 Holes • Par 71 • 6,200 Yards
Bar & Grill • Pro Shop • Rentals
Driving Range & Practice Green
3 miles S. of Isle on Highway 47
A local favorite since 1987!
www.golffiddlestix.com
other locations around the lake.
Grand Casino Mille Lacs is an
entertainment and business destination that offers something for everyone. You'll discover non-stop, stateof-the-art gaming action with more
than 1,500 slots and 24 table games,
as well as video roulette, poker, and
keno. See ad on page 22.
Choose your favorite of the five
golf courses around Mille Lacs Lake,
which cater to every skill level,
from the beginner to the PGA level
pro. Fiddlestix Golf Course near Isle
is an 18 hole, par 71 course measuring 6,200 yards, is just one of the area
courses. See their ad on this page.
Club XIX Restaurant & Bar
Award winning food,
refreshing drinks
& delightful company
320-532-4574
www.izatys.com
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Golf Course
1-866-the-stix or 320-676-3636
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For the Outdoor Enthusiast
Snowmobiling
The area offers hundreds of miles
of groomed trails to ride. Travel
through stands of evergreen, birch
and tamarack and take on winter oneon-one. Bring your snowmobile or
rent one at locations around the lake.
Whether you prefer solitary exploration, secluded forests, the frozen lake,
or group rides with stops for socializing and refreshment, the Mille Lacs
area offers something for everyone.
When you come
to Mille Lacs . . .
don't forget
your camera. Adventure
and wildlife abounds in
Central Minnesota's
beautiful outdoors.
ATVing
The Mille
Lacs area has
some of the best riding trails for
your ATV. From smooth rides on the
Soo Line Trail to some of the most
challenging and "muddy" trails you
can find anywhere. Hop on and ride,
there are ATV trails for beginners to
experts. Bring your own or rent one!
grow on Mille Lacs. Sailing
crafts are moored from Garrison
all along the east and west shores to
Wahkon Bay. Racing regattas and sail
boarding events for the sports-minded sailors or those just out to enjoy a
good days workout, have been sponsored by various resorts and organizations. Personal watercrafts have lots
of room to roam.
Boat & Sailing
Birding & Wildlife
Boaters will find quiet coves and
Cross Country Skiing
broad reaches of water on Mille Lacs.
Enjoy the scenic views of the
There are marinas and resorts for
Mille Lacs Lake area at a slower pace. private boat launching, servicing and
Glide around the lake on cross county protection as well as several public
skis or snowshoes, breath in the tang boat accesses around the lake.
of pine on State Park trails so silent
The lure of sailing continues to
you can hear your heart beat.
White deer, soaring eagles and
osprey, staging loons, gliding gulls and
migrating waterfowl and warblers are
just a few of the highlights of the Mille
Lacs Lake area which is home to some
of the most exciting wildlife and species in Minnesota.
Hiking/Biking
A multiple use trail, the Mille
Lacs Soo Line Trail is an 11 mile sideby-side paved/gravel trail connecting
Mille Lacs Kathio and Father Hennepin State Parks. It provides a scenic
tour for hiking, biking and blading.
Hunting
The Mille Lacs Lake area is home
to white-tailed deer, ruffled grouse,
black bear and various duck species.
Hunting is the primary recreational
activity at the Mille Lacs Wildlife
Management Area, home to 50 mammals and more than 200 bird species.
State land and hunting preserves are other areas that attract hunters.
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Photo credits: Snowmobiling - Edee Conner;
Pheasant - Edee Conner; Deer - Ron Jones at
Kathio State Park.
Before traveling to Lake Mille Lacs:
Before leaving accesses at Lake Mille Lacs:
Clean off all aquatic plants and animals
from boat, trailer, and gear
Clean off all aquatic plants and animals
from boat, trailer, and gear
Drain all water from bilges and livewells
and leave drain plug out until launching
Drain all water from bilges (leave plug out),
livewells, and bait containers
Dry or spray boats and gear to remove
or kill species that are hard to see
mndnr.gov/invasives
© 2011 MNDNR
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Father Hennepin State Park................N-15
Garrison's Walleye Capital Monument....D-6
Isle Airport .........................................O-13
Isle Museum........................................N-15
Mille Lacs Area Tourism Office..........N-16
Mille Lacs Indian Museum..................F-12
Mille Lacs Kathio State Park.............. F-16
Wealthwood State Forest..................... H-2
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Brandt's Ice Fishing...............................K-16
Camp Holiday Resort/Campground......D-3
Chapman's Resort & Guide Service...... N-15
Club XIX............................................... J-16
Evergreen Acres.......................................B-7
Fiddlestix Golf Course..........................O-16
Fishermen's Wharf Resort....................M-10
Fisher's Resort........................................ M-5
Garrison Commercial Club.....................C-6
Grand Casino Mille Lacs.......................E-13
Happy's Family Restaurant.....................I-18
Hunter Winfields Resort.......................N-15
Isle School District................................O-16
Lake Country Drug & Gifts..................N-15
Liberty Beach Resort............................M-10
Lyback's Ice Fishing...............................L-17
Mac's Twin Bay Resort..........................N-13
McQuoid's Inn & Event Center............N-14
Mille Lacs Health System.....................H-19
Mille Lacs Messenger............................N-15
Nitti's Hunters Point Resort.....................L-8
Portside Bait & Liquor...........................N-14
South Isle Family Campground............O-17
Stones' Throw Chateau..........................J-17
Teal's Market & Isle Flower Shop.........N-15
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Evergreen
Acres
Hand-crafted log homes
(1-8 BR) – located in the
pines, just 3 miles from
Lake Mille Lacs.
Clayton & Pat Quast, Owners
218-764-2466/218-821-9048
www.evergreenacres.bizland.com
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Appeldoorn's Sunset Bay Resort (320) 676-8834
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45401 Mille Lacs Parkway, Isle, MN 56342 • www.sunsetbayml.com
Year 'round family vacation destination. New cabin rentals all year! Fabulous sandy beach, fishing guide and launch service. RV sites available.
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Brandt’s Ice Fishing (320) 532-3674
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8843 Mesabi Way, Onamia, MN 56359 • www.brandtsicefishing.com
Forty-one rental fishhouses, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12-hole sleepers. Most
with cooking facilities and bathroom. We offer special mid-week rates.
Camp Holiday Resort & Campground (218)678-2495/(800)450-2495
27406 Round Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN 56444 • www.campholiday.com 5
Quiet, clean family campground/resort on the shores of Turtle Lake. 13 cabins,
Reunion Home, 40 campsites. FREE wireless internet, sandy beach, playground
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Chapman's Mille Lacs Resort & Guide Service (320)676-8664
P.O. Box 121, 630 W. Main St., Isle, MN 56342 • www.millelacsresort.com 21 •
Lakefront housekeeping cabins. Boat/motor rental, summer/winter guide service,
fish house rental, lake access, boat ramp, swimming, fish-cleaning house.
Evergreen Acres (218) 764-2466 • FAX (218) 764-3499
23962 Co. Rd. 26 SE, Brainerd, MN 56401 • www.evergreenacres.bizland.com 13 •
Hand-crafter log houses located in the pine trees, three miles from Mille
Lacs near Garrison. Grills, completely furnished, air cond., gas fireplace.
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Fishermen's Wharf Resort (320) 676-3693 • (800) 645-3693
5101 Whistle Rd., P.O.Box 62, Isle, MN 56342 • www.wharfmn.com
Full service 90 acre resort w/seasonal & short term camping, launch
service, motel, ice house rentals & restaurant/bar. Wireless internet.
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Fisher's Resort (320) 684-2221 (866) 684-2221
32390 212th Lane, Isle, MN 56342 • www.fishersresort.com
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Family resort offering exceptionally clean cabins, RV Park and camping,
launch service, guide service, bait and tackle and more!
Grand Casino Mille Lacs (800) 626-LUCK (5825)
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777 Grand Ave., Onamia, MN 56359 • www.grandcasinomn.com
Large, luxurious hotel casino, w/over 495 rooms, Jacuzzi, & exective suites. Large
indoor pool, retail shops. Premiere gaming destination w/over 1,800 games.
Eddy's Lake Mille Lacs Resort (800) 657-4704
41334 Shakopee Lake Rd, Onamia, MN 56359 • www.eddysresort.com 22
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Liberty Beach Resort (320) 676-8795 or (320) 676-3646 Cafe
5454 Waterway Road, Isle, MN 56342 • www.dickiesonmillelacs.com 15
Fish house rental & private house storage & service, charter launch service,
guide service, pontoon rental, bar & cafe with daily meal specials.
Lyback's Ice Fishing (320) 676-8740
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43469 Vista Road, Isle MN 56342 • www.macstwinbay.com
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Deluxe rental fish houses - indoor bathroom, cook tops, TV/VCR, Clean showers
onshore. On-site restaurant & lounge. Fishhouse park & marina. Lake access.
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Mac's Twin Bay Resort (320) 676-8709
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1325 Hwy. 47 N, Isle, MN 56342 • www.mcquoidsinn.com
Condos/Cabins/Motel Rooms, Conference facilities, Guide service.
Snowmobile rental and chartered launch fishing.
Nitti's Hunters Point Resort (320) 676-3227
5436 479th Street, Isle, MN 56342 - www.hunterspointresort.com
Modern cabins, fishing launch service, full menu dining/bar, fishing guide
service, RV Park, new ice fishhouse rentals, snowmobile & ATV trail links
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Portside Bait & Liquor (320) 676-3811
42099 St. Hwy. 47, Isle, MN 56342 • www.johnsonsportside.com
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A "One Stop Shop" for everything you need for your visit to the Mille
Lacs Lake area. Shirts • Bait • Beer • License • Tackle • Fuel
South Isle Family Campground (320) 676-8538
39002 Highway 47, Isle MN 56342 • www.southislecampground.com 13
Family-oriented camping for overnight, weekly, monthly or seasonal campers. Our
clean facilities & planned activities make your camping visit enjoyable for all ages.
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Stone's Throw Chareau (320) 532-3471
39080 Shady Road, Onamia, MN 56359 • www.stonesthrowchateau.com 20 •
Private lakefront cabin on Cove Bay. Great fishing & gorgeous sunsets. Dock &
boatlift, fire ring. Newly decorated. Sleeps 6. Larger group? Addl cabin available.
Twin Pines Resort & Motel (320) 692-4413 (800) 450-4682
7827 US Hwy. 169, Garrison, MN 56450 • www.twinpinesmillelacs.com 21 •
A complete resort for all seasons. Lodge rooms & cabins. Full-service restaurant & bar. Newly remodeled. Huge deck overlooking St. Alban's Bay.
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Key: N - Near, W - Whirlpool, S - Sauna, H - Hottub, I - Indoor, B - Both
Liberty Beach Bar & Cafe
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 320.676.3646
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Dickie’s on Mille Lacs
Launch Service www.DickiesOnMilleLacs.com
Rental Fishhouses
320.676.8795
Boat Gas at Dock
7 mi. N of Isle on CR 28 off Hwy 47
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41504 48th Avenue, Wahkon, MN 56386 • www.lybacks.com
4,6 & 8 hole ice houses for rent. Comfortable w/cook stoves, bathroom,
paneling & picture window. Private house service and storage.
McQuoid’s Inn (320) 676-3535 (800) 862-3535
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Hunter Winfield's Resort (320) 676-1100 (800) 414-4298
510 W. Lake St., P.O. Box 205, Isle, MN 56342 • www.hunterwinfields.com 5
Charming resort nestled just 1 block off Main Street in Isle. Open
year 'round. Gas, bait, tackle, snacks. Fax (612) 465-2367
Accommodations
and Services
See ad on page
Cabins/Condos
Hotel/Motel
Year 'Round
Handicap Accessible
Air Conditioning
Camping/RV
Housekeeping
TV/Cable/Dish
Fireplace
Food on Premises
Meetings/Banquets
Reunion Lodging
Suana/Whirlpool/Hottub
Indoor/outdoor Pool
Swimming Beach
Playground
Boat Rental
Guide Service
Launch Service
Boat Launching
Bait
Pets allowed
Fishhouse Rental
See ad on page
Cabins/Condos
Hotel/Motel
Year 'Round
Handicap Accessible
Air Conditioning
Camping/RV
Housekeeping
TV/Cable/Dish
Fireplace
Food on Premises
Meetings/Banquets
Reunion Lodging
Suana/Whirlpool/Hottub
Indoor/outdoor Pool
Swimming Beach
Playground
Boat Rental
Guide Service
Launch Service
Boat Launching
Bait
Pets allowed
Fishhouse Rental
Accommodations
and Services
Isle Schools – the Only Thing We Overlook is Lake Mille Lacs
B
eginning in kindergarten and
ending with graduation, the Isle
Schools provide students with the tools
needed to succeed in the classroom, on
stage, on the playing field, and in life.
• Isle School District, 730 5th Ave. S.
• P.O. Box 25, Isle, MN 56342
• www.isle.k12.mn.us
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Dining in the Mille Lacs area
Choose from numerous dining establishments including small
town cafes, family restaurants, bar
& grills or steak houses. Such as:
Club XIX at Izatys
3 miles E. of Hwy 169 off Highway
27 on Izatys Road. (320) 532-4574
Specialty: Burgers, pasta, steak, seafood, & homemade pizza. (See ad
on page 9)
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
West shore of Lake Mille Lacs on
Highway 169. (800) 626-5825
Open year ‘round.
Specialty: All-U-Can-Eat Buffets,
snack bars, "Up North" cuisine in
our Grand Grills and award-winning
steakhouse. (See ad on page 22)
Nitti's Hunters Point Resort
8 miles north of Isle on Hwy. 47
(320) 676-3227. Open year 'round
Specialty: Nitti's 16 oz. steak (See
ad page 22)
The stix Bar & Grill
Fiddlestix Golf Course - 3 miles
south of Isle on Hwy 47. (320)
676-3636. Open Seasonally 11
a.m. - 8 p.m.
Specialty: Char-broiled burgers,
grilled chicken breast, shrimp and
sandwiches. (See ad page 9)
Toucan's at the Wharf
6.5 miles north of Isle on Hwy 47
(800) 645-3693. Open year ‘round
Specialty: Restaurant/Bar overlooking the lake. Daily specials, focus
on homemade and fresh items.
(See ad on page 9)
Twin Pines Resort
1 mile S of Garrison on Hwy. 169
(320) 692-4413. Open year ‘round
Specialty: Breakfast, Broasted
Chicken, BBQ Ribs, Walleye
(See ad on page 21)
Happy’s Family Restaurant/
Drive In
Whether dining
or shopping . . .
don't forget
that Mille Lacs
has great taste.
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1 mile N of Onamia on Hwy. 169
(320) 532-3336. Open year ‘round:
(Thu-Sun from Nov. to March) 10:30
a.m - 9 p.m.
Specialty: Family fast-food restaurant, Ice Cream Parlor, Homemade
Soups, Drive Thru, Indoor &
Outdoor Playlands (See ad on p. 20)
Liberty beach bar & cafe
8 miles north of Isle on Hwy. 47
(320) 676-3646
Specialty: Daily specials including
Wings, Ribs, Chicken and Prime
Rib. (See ad on page 15)
Previous page photo credits: Dinner plate - Jim
Balfour; Char-grilled burgers - Jim Balfour. This
page: Shopping - Tina Chapman.
Mille Lacs Shopping
From art galleries to craft shops to antiques, there's a shop
for everyone to like in the Mille Lacs Lake area. Each of our
communities offers its own unique shopping experience. No
matter which town you visit, you're sure to find distinctive
stores, quaint shopping areas and friendly assistance.
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Photo credits: Fall fishing - Edee Conner;
Winter grilling - Twin Pines Resort.
When you come
to Mille Lacs . . .
don't forget
that there are four
seasons of fishing
and 365 days of fun.
Four Seasons of Fishing
Often called the "Walleye
Capital," Mille Lacs Lake produces a
harvest of 200,000 to 400,000
walleyes each year. But,
there's more than Walleye
beneath its surface. All
told, this renowned lake is
home to 40 species of fish
include Smallmouth Bass,
Northern Pike, Perch
and Muskie. And you
don’t have to be an experienced
angler to appreciate this unique
fishery-there’s something for every
level of angler.
Spring
Just after ice out the bays can
hold perch, crappie and sunfish in
their warmer waters. Toss out a bobber tipped with leeches or crappie
minnows.
Summer
May is the fishing opener. With
Mille Lacs Lake and many surrounding lakes, we have the best fishing for
walleye, northern pike, muskie and
panfish. Mille Lacs is becoming a well
known fishery for quality smallmouth
bass. Pitch tube jigs and rubber
worms to entice their strike. Hop on a
launch or hire a guide.
Fall
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Night trolling is a favorite fall
technique on most areas of the lake
for lunker walleye. Huge muskie are
also on the move feeding to fatten up
for the winter months. Local guides
and launch captains specialize in fall
techniques for walleye and muskie.
Winter
As soon as the ice is thick
enough the ice fishing season begins.
Mac’s Twin
Bay Resort
Kevin and Karen McQuoid invite
you to experience the best service on
Lake Mille Lacs – year ‘round
“Cozy as your living room & ready to fish”
• Holes drilled and lines ready
• Houses moved often
• Bunk beds, hot plate
• Indoor bathrooms
• Shower houses on shore
• Buzzie’s Bar & Restaurant
Deluxe Ice House Rentals
2 for 1 weekdays 6-8-10 hole
and now 14 hole houses
Reserve now! 866-670-8709
www.macstwinbay.com
43469 Vista Rd, Isle • 320-676-8709
First walking out with portable houses and then on to the
plowed lake roads that provide
access to the fish houses. You can
do it yourself or take advantage of the
ice fishing packages around the lake,
offering anything you want from
overnight lodging, and transportation to and from the ice house, to
bait, tackle and meals. Rent basic to
luxury fish houses or hire your own
private guide.
Walleye season closes the end of
February (check for exact date) and
all fish houses have to be off the lake
by the first Monday in March.
Check on the news of the
Mille Lacs Lake Area 24/7:
www.MilleLacsMessenger.com
Messenger
Mille Lacs
320-676-3123 • 888-676-3123 • Isle, MN
Brandt’s
Ice
Fishing
• Well Plowed Roads • 41 Rental Fishhouses
4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 Holes w/Bunks • Carpeted
• Attached Bathrooms • Gas Heat & Lights
Special Mid-Week Rates (Mon.-Thurs.)
Summer: Dock & Boat Launch
Jerry Brandt, 320-532-3674
www.brandtsicefishing.com
LYBACK’S ICE FISHING
Deluxe Fishhouse Rentals
Daily or Weekend Packages
Private ice house service & storage
Nice plowed roads
Eddy & Cindy Lyback
41504 48th Ave., Wahkon, MN 56386
for daily fishing/ice reports
www.lybacks.com
320-676-8740
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Member Business Guide
Appeldoorn’s Sunset Bay Resort
(320) 676-8834 Isle. See ad page 21
Garrison VFW Post 1816
(320) 692-4414 Garrison
McQuoid’s Inn
(320) 676-3535 Isle. See ad page 7
Mille Lacs Energy Cooperative
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
1-800-626-5825 Onamia. See ad p. 22 (218) 927-2191 Aitkin
Mille Lacs Health System
Brandt’s Ice Fishing
Grand Makwa Cinema
(320) 532-3674 Onamia. See ad p. 19 (320) 532-3923 Onamia
(320) 532-3154 Onamia. See ad p. 13
Mille Lacs Hunting Lodge
Budget Host Inn & Suites
Hagman Vacation Home
(320) 532-3384 Onamia
(320) 532-3838 Onamia
(320) 532-3836 Onamia
Bears Den Gifts & More
(651) 983-6960 Isle
Buzzie’s on the Bay
(320) 676-3999 Isle
Camp Holiday See ad on page 5
(218) 678-2495 Deerwood.
Captain Hook’s Guide Service
(320) 679-4295 Mora
Happy’s Family Restaurant (320) 5323336 Onamia. See ad page 20
Hunter Winfield’s Resort
(320) 676-1100 Isle. See ad page 15
Isle Automotive, Inc.
(320) 676-3617 Isle
Chapman’s Mille Lacs Resort & Guide Service
(320) 676-8664 Isle. See ad on p. 21 Isle Hardware Hank
(320) 676-8670 Isle
Club XIX at Izaty's
Isle School District 473
(320) 532-5444 Onamia See ad p. 9
(320) 676-3146 Isle. See ad page 15
Dickie’s 1865 Country Corner Cafe &
Motel and Campground
Kathio State Park
(320) 592-3232 McGrath
(320) 532-3523 Onamia
Eddy’s Lake Mille Lacs Resort
1-800-657-4704 Onamia
Lake Country Drug & Gifts
(320) 676-3115 Isle. See ad page 21
Evergreen Acres
Lakeland Printers
(218) 764-2466 Brainerd. See ad p. 13 (320) 676-3167 IUsle
Father Hennepin State Park
(320) 676-8763 Isle
Liberty Beach Resort, Bar & Cafe
(320) 676-8795 Isle. See ad page 15
Fiddlestix Golf Course
(320) 676-3636 Isle. See ad page 9
Lundeen’s Tackle Castle
(320) 532-3416 Onamia
Mille Lacs Messenger
(320) 676-3123 Isle, See ad page 19
Mille Lacs Realty
(320) 676-8829 Isle
The Red Door Resort
(218) 678-3686 Aitkin
Riverwood Garrison Clinic
& Healthcare Center
(218) 927-2121 Garrison/Aitkin
Rolling Hills Arabians & Farm Tours (320)
532-3261 Onamia
Sandelands Realty
(888) 684-2514 Malmo
Shady Creek Resort
(218) 280-9636 Garrison
The Area's Finest Selection of Greeting Cards
Toys & Souvenirs • Collectibles • Country Gifts &
Candles • Big Selection of Party Goods • Crystal
& Ceramics • Photo Developing • Office Supplies •
Copy/Fax Service • Fine Chocolates • Daily UPS •
T-shirts & Sweatshirts • Baby Gifts • Kodak Kiosk
Slippers Cafe/Bar and Grill & Motel (320)
676-3880 Isle
Nelson Guide Service
(763) 234-0057 Isle
Nitti’s Hunters Point Resort
(320) 676-3227 Isle, See ad page 22
Noble Wear Ltd.
(320) 532-3126 Onamia
North Star Resort
(320) 532-4568 Onamia
Onamia Drug
(320) 532-3633 Onamia
Popcorn Video, Tanning & Laundry (320)
676-3191 Isle
Peaceful Journey
(320) 532-4604 Onamia
Pete's Retreat Family Cmpgnd. & RV Park
(320) 684-2020 Aitkin
Fishermen’s Wharf Resort
(320) 676-3693 Isle. See ad page 9
Portside Bait & Liquor
(320) 676-3811 Isle. Ad: inside back
Lyback's Ice Fishing
(320) 676-8740 Wahkon. See ad p. 19 cover
Fisher's Resort
(320) 684-2221 Isle. See ad page 9
Mac’s Twin Bay Resort
(320) 676-8709 Isle. See ad page 19
Randy’s Rentals
(320) 532-3379 Onamia
Garrison Commercial Club
Garrison. See ad on back cover
Soo Line Trail Campground
(320) 532-7027 Onamia
South Isle Family Campground
(320) 676-8538 Isle. See ad page 13
Lake Country
Drug & Gifts, Inc.
Stone’s Throw Chateau on Cove Bay
(320) 532-3471 Onamia, See ad p. 20
Mon.-Fri. 9-5:30 • Sat. 9-3
Prescription Service 'til Noon Sat.
Robin Straka CPA, Ltd.
(320) 532-5572 Onamia
Isle, MN 320-676-3115
www.lakecountrydrug.com
Sunclean Center
(320) 532-5566 Onamia
T and T Guide Service
(320)224-1731 Isle
Twin
Pines
Teal’s Market & Isle Flower Shop
(320) 676-3376 Isle. See ad page 5
Terry's Boat Harbor
(320) 692-4430 Garrison
Tutt’s Bait and Tackle
(320) 692-4341 Garrison
Twin Pines Resort
(320) 692-4413 Garrison, See ad p. 21
The Complete All-Season Resort
Westerlund Custom Builders Inc. (320)
684-2063 Aitkin
Lodging, restaurant, bar, fishing launches,
ice house rental, snowmobile trail access
Please patronize these fine businesses. They helped bring you this travel guide!
Private Cabin Rental on Cove Bay:
(320) 532-3471
Homemade Soups
Great Burgers
Stone’s Throw
Chateau
www.stonesthrowchateau.com
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Ice Cream Parlor
Family Restaurant
Indoor Playland
(320) 532-3336
Outdoor Park
Located 1/2 mile north of Onamia on Hwy. 169
We now offer ice fishing
guide service day and
overnight packages!
Resort & Guide Service
• Housekeeping Cabins
on the lake
• Guide Service
• Boat/Pontoon Rental
• Swimming Beach
• Fish House Rental
Eat, Sleep & Fish Packages
$59.00 to $109.00
Remodeled Bar & Restaurant
Huge deck with ramp overlooking
beautiful St. Alban’s Bay
Great Home cooking
Breakfast anytime
Dinner Buffet
On Mille Lacs Lake, 1.5 mi. S. of Garrison on Hwy. 169
www.twinpinesmillelacs.com
Information: 320-692-4413
Reservations: 800-450-4682
630 West Main Street
Isle, Minnesota 56342
Book your fishing guide service now!
It’s not just a hobby, it’s been our
business for more than 19 years!
(320) 676-8664
www.millelacsresort.com
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Mille Lacs Eastside
One-Stop-Shop
Johnson’s
1 mile north of Isle
on Highway 47
(320) 676-3811
www.johnsonsportside.com
At Hunters Point
We Do It All!
Clean, modern lodging • Bar & Restaurant
Launch charters • Guides • Ice fishing • Bait
RV Park • Sand beach • Open year 'round
320-676-3227
20’ Walleye
www.hunterspointresort.com
5436 479th Street, Isle, MN 56342
25’ Muskie
Wealthwoo
Malmo
Bait Shop
Full bar and restaurant
Protected harbor
Guided fishing trips
Executive ice houses
Located on the picturesque shores of Lake Mille Lacs,
Grand Casino Mille Lacs is your home for the hottest casino
action! When you’re ready to get your game on, come enjoy:
• Over 1,900 of your favorite slots
• The newest 1¢ & 2¢ slots
• 24 table games including blackjack,
let it ride, and more
• Live poker in our River’s Edge Poker Room
• Bingo & pull tabs
Resident & Non-resident
fishing licenses
Mille Lacs tackle & maps
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