There’s Something Magical About These 14 Minnesota Lakes In The Summer
In the Land of 10,000 Lakes you never run out of options for aquatic recreation in the summer. From beautiful beaches to fishing coves, our lakes offer everything you need to have a magical season. These 14 lakes are some of our favorites:

In Bear Head State Park, this lake is a recreation dream and looks stunning under the sunset.

Named for the Land of 10,000 Lakes, it's no wonder this lake in particular is so gorgeous.

This resort lake near Alexandria is always beautiful in the summer, and has wonderful fishing.

This big, beautiful lake in central MN is stunning under a cloudy summer sunset.

One of the best Northern resort lakes, East Gull is surrounded by fun places to take the family!

Surrounded by beautiful homes, Prior Lake is a true summer paradise.

In Ottertail County you'll find scenic Buchanan Lake, which is a wonderful place to getaway for some peace and quiet.

You can also find this large lake which has plenty of resort and recreation options.

In the BWCA, this lake stands out for its beauty, and the nearby pictographs.

East and West Lake Winona have some of the best views of the bluffs, and always look postcard ready.

Near Gibbon, this lake has some great places to camp and enjoy the summer views.

A favorite lake for cabin owners, this little lake is always gorgeous in the summer, particularly in the evenings.

Deer Lake near Grand Rapids is surrounded by charming vacation rentals and has some phenomenal views you can enjoy while fishing and boating in seclusion.

Another favorite northern resort lake, Pelican is perfect for fishing and relaxation. Nothing beats a weekend away and enjoying the sunset lakeside.
What is your favorite lake memory in Minnesota?