A group enjoys a break after fat tire biking at Kensington Runestone Park
A winter getaway to the Alexandria Lakes Area may be just what you need to get out and explore this winter! This charming little town is often misconstrued as just a summer vacation spot. It’s the variety of things to do that make it a great spot to visit, any time of year, no matter your interests. Outdoor winter fun is highlighted by our downhill skiing, miles of snowmobile trails, fat tire biking, ski or snowshoe trails, or fishing on one of our 300+ lakes! There’s also a wide array of cultural, culinary, historical and other wonderful indoor options too.
Photo by John Magnoski
For outdoor fun Andes Tower Hills is a great spot, no matter what your skill level. They feature 16 downhill ski runs, three chairlifts, a magic carpet lift, terrain park, four tubing runs, and 12+ miles of cross-country ski trails. Equipment rentals and lessons are available on site. Make a weekend of it and take advantage of their 2-for-1 weekend special.
Photo by John Magnoski
Douglas County has snowmobile trails galore! When snow conditions are good, enjoy 368 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in west central Minnesota. Dotted with numerous lakes, Douglas County’s DATA Trails offer a combination of open flatlands to heavily wooded and often hilly riding. Snowmobilers often comment about the spectacular views and the variety of wildlife they encounter while riding. If you don’t have a snowmobile of your own, rentals are available at Arrowwood Resort or Lake Darling Resort.
The Alexandria area parks provide all kinds of options to get out and breath in that fresh winter air. The varied landscapes are ideal for snowshoeing or hiking. Take advantage of specially groomed trails for cross country skiing and fat tire biking. For cross country skiing, miles of groomed trails are available at Lake Carlos State Park, Kensington Runestone Park, Spruce Hill Park and Andes Tower Hills.
Fat tire biking is a great way to keep your wheels turning year around. The groomed fat tire trails at Kensington Runestone Park will take you through beautiful, wooded landscapes. The trails at Lake Brophy Park wind around numerous hills and offer glorious open views at the tops overlooking multiple lakes. Both parks also offer sledding hills. Bike rentals are available at Jakes Bikes, Alex Bike Shop and through the Outdoor Gear Library at Community Ed.
Indoor fun takes on a lot of variety. The extremes go from touring the Runestone Museum to axe throwing at Woodsman Axe. Enjoy one of the top escape rooms in the upper Midwest in Escape Room Alexandria. Kids love Shenanigans Indoor Playground or the Big Splash Waterpark. Take in live theatre and concerts all winter long. Numerous wineries and breweries offer delicious craft delights along with a host of entertainment options. Dozens of locally owned restaurants provide great options for your palette. Alexandria’s vibrant downtown shopping is another huge draw to this nostalgic, yet progressive community.
Book a stay to the Alexandria Lakes Area and begin your own winter getaway!
