Archives: Things to Do

The Library Bistro & Grill

A bag of Northern Shores Espresso coffee, a portafilter filled with ground coffee, and a white mug labeled "The Library" sit on a colorful countertop in a cozy Minnesota café near Rainy Lake. | Rainy Lake, MN

Welcoming spot to enjoy coffee made with Northern Shores Coffee, grab a bite to eat, meet up with friends, or attend community events. A great stop for visitors looking for […]

The Junction Bar & Grill

A close-up of a large Minnesota-style pizza cut into square pieces, topped with melted cheese, beef, and green peppers, served on a round white tray. | Rainy Lake, MN

The Junction is known for its good food, cold drinks, and friendly atmosphere. It’s a great place to grab a bite, relax with friends, and enjoy local events throughout the […]

Kettle Falls Hotel

A large white building with a red roof and striped red-and-white awnings, surrounded by trees near Rainy Lake, Minnesota. Warm light glows from the windows, and white outdoor chairs are scattered on the grass near a small entrance with steps. | Rainy Lake, MN

A true Rainy Lake icon, Kettle Falls is a legendary summer destination located deep within Voyageurs National Park and accessible by boat only. Known for its historic charm, Kettle Falls […]

Hardee’s

A meal from Hardee’s on a wooden table near Rainy Lake, with two servings of French fries, fried chicken tenders, four dipping sauces, two branded drinks, and a paper bag in the background. | Rainy Lake, MN

A go-to stop for hearty, made-from-scratch favorites, Hardee’s in International Falls is known for its hot breakfast biscuits, charbroiled burgers, and quick, satisfying meals. Conveniently located near AmericInn, Super One […]

Franz Jevne State Park

A wooden sign in front of trees reads “Franz Jevne State Park, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources,” welcoming visitors near Rainy Lake. Green grass and plants grow around the base of the sign. | Rainy Lake, MN

Franz Jevne State Park is located along the Rainy River, offering scenic river views with Canada just across the water, along with picnic areas, wooded trails, and excellent fishing opportunities. […]

Bohman Boat Landing – Rainy Lake

A scenic lakeside view of Rainy Lake in Minnesota, with a partly cloudy sky, trees and greenery along the shore, and a parking lot with several cars in the foreground. | Rainy Lake, MN

Bohman Landing is a public boat landing on Rainy Lake in Koochiching County, Minnesota, providing easy access to one of the region’s premier fishing and boating waters. The site features […]

Kuttes Boat Landing – Rainy River

Map showing the Rainy River and Rainy Lake area in Minnesota with marked locations such as International Falls, boat landings, memorials, and access points along the river and lake, including highways and roads for navigation. | Rainy Lake, MN

Rainy River boat landing access is located east of the junction of HWY 71 and HWY 11 at Pelland. (About 10 miles west of International Falls) Boat Landing ONLY – […]

Tilson Bay Boat Landing – Rainy Lake

A wooden dock extends over a calm Minnesota lake under a cloudy sky, with another dock visible in the background. Bare trees line the shore near Rainy Lake, and cracked pavement is seen in the foreground. | Rainy Lake, MN

The Tilson Bay Boat Landing provides public access to Rainy Lake for boating and fishing. There is pier for fishing and a parking lot is located across the highway. Just […]