{"id":1638,"date":"2017-09-27T15:23:26","date_gmt":"2017-09-27T20:23:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/?p=1638"},"modified":"2022-12-01T08:57:47","modified_gmt":"2022-12-01T14:57:47","slug":"fall-activities-in-leech-lake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/fall-activities-in-leech-lake\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Activities in Leech Lake"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Leech Lake Fall Activities\u00a0Guide<\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s that time of the year ago, where the days are shorter, the nights cooler and the leaves start to change. That doesn&#8217;t mean it&#8217;s time to throw in the flag and start your winter hibernation quite yet, there is still so much to do here in Leech Lake in the fall. Who doesn&#8217;t love sipping a warm apple cider, while walking through the leaves and enjoy the fresh crisp fall air? Here&#8217;s how to can enjoy these next couple of months before the snow flies.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/fall-trails1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1643 size-large\" title=\"fall trails\" src=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/fall-trails1-1024x381.jpg\" alt=\"beautiful fall colors\" width=\"450\" height=\"167\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Hiking<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Heartland Trail<\/strong>: Near to Walker, the Heartland Trail is northern Minnesota&#8217;s oldest paved trail.\u00a0The trail is 27-miles long and travels from Walker to Park Rapids. The segment southwest of Walker is praised not only for its beautiful\u00a0rugged lakes and forest scenery, but also its frequent wildlife, native flowers, and beautiful fall colors. In this part of the trail, you can connect to Chippewa National Forest&#8217;s Shingobee Recreation Area. Thia trail also offers about 21 miles of unpaved glory connecting to the Paul Bunyan\u00a0trail, before\u00a0crossing the historic railroad trestle at very beautiful Kabekona Narrows on Leech Lake.<\/li>\n<li><strong>North Country National Scenic\u00a0Trail<\/strong>:\u00a0Fortunately for Leech Lake Area visitors, the Cass County portion of the North Country National Scenic Trail is complete. The entire trail, when finished, will be a magnificent 3,200 miles long walking trail connecting the Lewis &amp; Clark Trail in western North Dakota with the Appalachian Trail in upstate New York. It will be the longest continuous footpath in the United States. Here, though, it is ready to be enjoyed. This path also meets up the Paul Bunyan&#8217;s\u00a0Recreation\u00a0Trail and Shingobee Recreation Area. \u00a0This trail offers\u00a0pristine, wilderness lakes and wetlands, and through glorious, hundred-year-old stands of white and red pine forest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lake Country Scenic Byway<\/strong>:\u00a0Highway 34 southwest from Walker through Park Rapids and on to Detroit Lakes was recently added to the list of Minnesota Scenic Byways. The drive takes in the north woods lake country along the way, and a spur about midway leads to Itasca State Park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Fishing<\/h3>\n<p>It may not be summer anymore, but the fish are still biting here on Leech Lake! Pack a lunch, put some cocoa in a thermos, bundle up, grab your pole and head out to catch some fish! Fish bite year round here on Leech Lake!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/fall-fishing-leech-lake.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1640 size-large\" title=\"fall fishing leech lake\" src=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/fall-fishing-leech-lake-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"fall fishing on leech lake \" width=\"450\" height=\"337\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Shopping<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Christmas Point Wild Rice Co<\/strong>:\u00a0If you are looking for an eclectic shopping experience ranging from home d\u00e9cor to wild rice and everything in between, you must take a trip to Christmas Point Wild Rice Co. Here you will find a wide variety of native Minnesota wild rice products, cabin friendly and up north style, home d\u00e9cor, food, Leech Lake branded clothing, jewelry, women\u2019s clothing and much more! Christmas Point really does have something for everyone and you are sure to leave with something wonderful.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters<\/strong>:\u00a0If you love the outdoors Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters is a must. This large local outdoor store has something for any outdoor enthusiast. With high-end rods, tackle, and many more fishing items you will want to stop at Reeds before you hit the water and start casting. However, fishing gear is only a small part of what Reeds has to offer. It also has a massive selection of Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s outdoor and active apparel, firearms, footwear, water sports equipment (Skis, Kayaks, Tubes, SUP\u2019s Etc.) and so much more we can\u2019t even list it all here. Any trip into Walker requires a stop at Reeds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Walker General Store<\/strong>: The Walker General Store offers a beautiful interior, unique candies, old-fashioned sodas and many other treats. It also offers clothing, toys and more. Walker General Store truly has something for all ages, it is the perfect place the whole family can visit and everyone can find something for themselves. If the whole family is with you Walker General store is the perfect location, and don\u2019t forget to pick up some great Leech Lake Souvenirs while you\u2019re here.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jenny &amp; Company:\u00a0<\/strong>For the chef or cook in your life Jenny &amp; Company will be heaven.\u00a0 Offering an astonishing variety of kitchen gadgets, bake-ware, accessories, gourmet foods, spices, teas, freshly roasted coffees and more. If you love to cook or know someone who does, we guarantee you will find some wonderful gifts for them or yourself here. Don\u2019t forget to get to grab a cookbook to match your new cooking supplies and try a new recipe!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green Scene:\u00a0<\/strong>Well now that you have a cookbook you may want some local and or organic food from the Walker area, look no further than the Green Scene. Offering local vegetables and fruits, grass-fed beef, and a wide variety of other local produce, you can be sure to eat well in Leech Lake. The Green Scene also offers a small deli with fresh ready-made items for a quick, but delicious meal, and don\u2019t miss out on a delicious wood-fired pizza available Thursdays at the Walker Farmers market. A foodies dream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Dining<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Boulders:\u00a0<\/strong>Known for its delicious and diverse array of dinner entrees the boulder will provide you with a wealth of truly delicious options. From Crab Crusted Grouper, Gorgonzola Ribeye, Penne Jambalaya, Walleye, and much more. The Boulder is extremely popular with locals and visitors alike so be sure you make a reservation if you plan a meal at prime times. Prepare yourself for difficult choices when choosing what to order, there are so many great options, you will want to try them all. Casual dinner and delightful entrees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jimmy&#8217;s Family Restaurant:\u00a0<\/strong>If you are looking for a truly filling breakfast or a Homestyle meal this is the place for you! Known for their large breakfast dishes that will fill your plate and you up. If you\u2019re looking for Homestyle Broasted chicken and mashed potatoes or meatloaf, Jimmy\u2019s is not to be missed. Be sure to bring your appetite, and eat like a Lumber Jack. Minnesota Home cooking from their kitchen to your table.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Piggy:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Kansas style BBQ made to perfection, in Leech Lake Minnesota. With BBQ briskets, ribs pulled pork and more, the piggy focuses on one genre of food and strives to achieve perfection. Expect long waits on most occasions and don\u2019t be surprised if they sell out of food before closing. Once you sit down though and take your first bite you will find the wait more than worth the while. Melt in your mouth BBQ, made in Minnesota.<\/li>\n<li><strong>502 Resturant:<\/strong>\u00a0Dine in style, on the shores of Leech Lake. Best known for their wild rice bread and \u201caward-winning\u201d Black Angus prime rib, enjoy a night out you won\u2019t soon forget. While you\u2019re there enjoy drinks (and a happy hour) from the area\u2019s largest bar, where you\u2019re sure to find your drink of choice. Lakeside dining, drinks, and deliciousness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/502-resturant.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1641\" title=\"502 resturant\" src=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/wp-lib\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/502-resturant.jpg\" alt=\"502 restaurant \" width=\"448\" height=\"298\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Best of all, fall is the perfect time to reconnect and spend time with those that matter.With school and activities in full swing and the holidays right around the corner, life can get busy, which is why a fall getaway to Leech Lake is the perfect way to decompress.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>If you&#8217;re looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/lodging\/profiles.aspx\">lodging<\/a> or other <a href=\"https:\/\/leechlake.org\/activities\/activities-walker-mn.htm\">things to do<\/a> make sure to check out our site! 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