Oak Park Campground

Hiking & Biking: The following offer great hiking, and/or road or mountain biking.

Lake Carlos State Park         16 miles 

Glacial Lakes State Park       28 miles

Kensington Runestone Park  14 miles

Lake Brophy Park                    5 miles

Inspiration Peak                     22 miles 

Central Lakes Trail Entry         3 miles

Golfing: Whether you’re a beginner playing for fun, or a skilled golfer with a true passion for the game, there are many golfing options to choose from around the Oak Park Kampground area.

Pine Ridge Public Golf Course – Evansville, MN

Hardwood Hills Golf Course – Alexandria, MN

Alexandria Golf Course – Alexandria, MN

Minnewaska Golf Course – Glenwood, MN

Arrowwood Resort – Alexandria, MN

Geneva Golf Club – Alexandria, MN

Nordic Trails Golf Course – Alexandria, MN

Rodina Golf Course – Alexandria, MN

Lake Miltona Golf Club – Alexandria, MN

Osakis Country Cub – Osakis, MN

Pezhekee National Golf Course – Glenwood, MN

Theaters: Spend some time at one of the theaters in our area, whether you are looking for the big screen or a local play.

Andria Theatre – Alexandria, MN

Lakes Area Theatre – Alexandria, MN

Theatre L’Homme Dieu –  Alexandria, MN

CEC Midway 9 Theatre – Alexandria, MN

Spirit Sampling: Our area is growing in popularity when it comes to craft spirits, visit one or all and have a taste for yourself.

Carlos Creek Winery, Carlos, MN

Panther Distillery – Osakis, MN

Burr Vineyards – Brandon, MN 

Rolling Forks Vineyards – Glenwood, MN

L’Etoile du Nord Vineyard – Parkers Prairie, MN

Copper Trail Brewing Co. – Alexandria MN

22 Northmen Brewing Co. – Carlos, MN

Beaches:

Lake Brophy County Park – Alexandria, MN     (Unsure about lifeguard staff)

Lake Latoka – Alexandria, MN                     (lifeguard staff is present at this location).

Lake Le Homme Dieu – Alexandria, MN                     (lifeguard staff is present at this location).

Alexandria City Park – Alexandria, MN                   (no lifeguards present),

Chippewa Park – Brandon, MN                (no lifeguards present),  

Fishing:

The Alexandria Lakes Area has hundreds of lakes to choose from. For those with a boat you have free reign to explore any lake in the area here are just a few ideas..

Lake Mina

Lake Brophy

Lake Darling

Elk Lake

Lake Ida

Lake Le Homme Dieu

Lake Winona

Lake Mina

Lake Mary

Lobster Lake

Fortunately, for those without a boat, many of the lakes close to our campground have conveniently located public fishing piers just waiting for you to make some memories…

Brophy Lake – Alexandria, MN

Lake Agnes – Alexandria, MN

Lake Henry – Alexandria, MN

Lake Geneva – Alexandria, MN

Maple Lake – Forada, MN

Victoria Lake – Alexandria, MN

Marinas and watercraft rentals

Garfield Marine & Storage  Pontoons, kayaks, and paddle boards for rent   Call 320-834-3939 320-834-3939

Fun Rentals  Personal watercraft rentals  Call 320-491-6029 320-491-6029 

Lake Carlos Marina/Hang loose MN  Wake surfing for the whole family.  (Call 320) 852-7575 320) 852-7575 

Just for Fun with the Kiddos: These activities are fun for the whole family to spend the day.

Casey’s Amusement Park – Alexandria, MN

Erickson’s Petting Zoo – Osakis, MN

Garden Center Lanes – Alexandria, MN        

Escape Room Alexandria  – Alexandria, MN

Viking Speedway – Alexandria, MN 

The Design Station –   Alexandria, MN

Erickson’s Petting Zoo – Osakis, MN                       

Picture opportunity with Big Ole – Alexandria, MN    

Lakes Area Jump 4 Fun, Alexandria, MN   

Museums: Explore some local history by visit the following places:

Douglas County Historical Society – Alexandria, MN

Legacy of the Lakes Museum  – Alexandria, MN 

Runestone Museum – Alexandria, MN  

Other fun things: Some other Fun things to explore in our area.

Steinbring Motorcoach – Garfield, MN

Harley Davidson – Alexandria, MN 

Concerts at the Courthouse  – Alexandria, MN

Art Bar 39 & G’Day Cafe – Alexandria, MN

Farmer’s Market – Alexandria MN