Menu

Things To Do In Walker MN – Summer Edition



Things To Do In Walker MN – Summer Edition

June 12, 2017

It’s summer and there are so many things to do in Walker Minnesota, whether it’s enjoying a day out on Leech Lake, exploring all the delightful shops of downtown Walker, or catching a quick bite to eat at one of the many restaurants in the area. Get the absolute most out of your next vacation, with our summer guide to things to do in Walker, MN. In this post we will aggregate all our past invidual guides into one post so it’s easier than ever to find the activities you are interested in.

things to do in Walker MN

On The Water

  • Fishing – Walker sits on the shores of Leech Lake, Minnesota’s third largest. With some of the best fishing in the state, whether you are a first time fisher or an expert the experienced is not to be missed. Whether you are looking for that prize muskie or just looking to catch a ton of pan-fish to fill the freezer, the lake is large enough that everyone can have a fishing experience that matches their skill level.
  • Boating  – Most lakes never seem to have the space to fully take advantage of all the amazing performance aspects of the modern boat or wave runner. With over 160 square miles of pristine water, boating options don’t get much better than in the Walker area.
  • Kayaking and Canoeing – With innumerable small inlets, among the many secluded bays there is some amazing kayaking and canoeing to be done. Whether you want to explore one of the small inlets that are inaccessible to other craft or drift through  the large field like growths of wild rice under the sun. With so much water, there is always an adventure to be had.
  • Water-sports – Large and open doesn’t mean windy and wavy, with all the areas protected bays calm water are easy to come by. Spend the day water skiing, wake boarding, or tubing.

Water-skiers enjoy leech lake

Places To Eat In Walker

Among the many things to do in Walker, after a long day outside under the sun, dining tops the list. Few want to come back to their cabin after a day on the trails or water and have to prepare a meal, that’s why Walker’s many restaurants are always busy and always offer the best food. If you are on the search for great food in Walker, be sure to check out our dining guide, where we give a quick rundown of the top rated restaurants in the area.

Walker Minnesota Dining Guide

Bike Trails In Walker

With the states longest bike trail running directly through Walker be sure to bring your bikes. The Heartland and Paul Bunyan trails offer many miles of paved bike way that passes beneath canopy’s of green trees. If you are not sure what you will need to make your walker bike trip a success, check out our Walker biking guide.

Best Bike Trails in the Walker Minnesota Area

Hiking

Walker sits right next to the Chippewa national forest, which offers miles of wooded hiking trails where you can experience nature in an environment as natural as any in Minnesota. Take a peak at our Hiking guide for more information.

Walker Minnesota Hiking Guide

Shopping In Walker

Of the many things to do in Walker, shopping is still one of the most popular, with small boutiques carrying trendy clothing or kitchenware, to novelties, and outdoor gear among many other great shopping options. Walker offers stores unique to the area that you won’t find anywhere else. Let us help you plan your next shopping trip with the Walker shopping guide.

Walker Minnesota Shopping Guide

From shopping to boating, indoors and outdoors, there are so many things to do in Walker that you are certain to find an activity everyone in the family will enjoy. The summer always passes faster than we would like so be certain to plan your trip before the leaves change and the water cools.

Ready for an adventure?
Subscribe to get our fishing report sent directly to your inbox as well as current deals, travel ideas, and lodging options.