Things To Do

We hear it over and over again, “I wish I would have planned for more time for our Chisago Lakes trip. There’s so much more to do here than I ever thought!” Don’t make that mistake, plan to take your time and enjoy all of the wonderful and unique things that the Chisago Lakes area has to offer. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, an art connoisseur, or planning to shop your way through our quaint towns, you’re sure to find more to see and do than you can imagine!

Area Activities

Arts & Culture

Fishing & Hunting

Fall Colors Trip Itinerary

Autumn is the perfect time of year to take a day trip to the charming communities of Chisago Lakes! From stunning St. Croix River views to sunset at a sculpture park, we’ve got your autumn “day trip” planned. Read on to experience the quintessential fall day in Chisago Lakes.

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Cemetaries and History Day Trip Itinerary

History abounds in the communities of Chisago Lakes! From the oldest Swedish pioneer cemetery in Minnesota to a historic logging village, we’ve got your “day trip” full of history planned. Read on to experience cemeteries and history in Chisago Lakes.

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"The Emigrants" Itinerary

Chisago Lakes is often noted for its Scandinavian heritage, especially the world-famous series The Emigrants, written by Swedish author Vilhelm Moberg in the 1940s. Moberg’s stories follow a fictional family who settled in this region. Read on to experience your own version of “The Emigrants” journey in Chisago Lakes!

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