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  Located just north of Minneapolis St. Paul, is the celebrated fisherman's haven, Mille Lacs Lake--"mille lac" is French for a thousand lakes. Mille Lacs is the spawning ground for thousands of walleye fish that share the lakes with pike, muskie, perch, bass and crappie. Mille Lacs Lake is also a family haven with a wide variety of choices in motels and outdoor activities for family fun that takes place year-round as a result of Mille Lac's moderate temperatures.
  
  

Twin Pines Resort

• Twin Pines Resort overlooks St. Alban's Bay with a panoramic view of the Mille Lacs Lakes. Motel rooms and cottages feature kitchens as well as kitchenettes. Minnesota's State Snowmobile Trails border the resort, offering guests easy access for snowmobile adventures. Twin Pines also rents deluxe ice fishing houses for the winter and private boat charters from May through October. The Twin Pines Resort Restaurant offers a full breakfast lunch and dinner menu with home cooked food that draws visitors and locals alike with favorites, such as "broasted" chicken and ham steak. This motel is the ideal getaway for sporting families who enjoy fishing, riding snow mobiles and skiing or taking advantage of the summer activity choices that include swimming, biking, hunting and hiking.
  
  Twin Pines Resort
  
  7827 U.S. Hwy. 169
  
  Garrsion MN 56450
  
  320-692-4413
  
  twinpines.com
  
  

Garrison Inn and Suites

• Located in the Brainerd Lakes area in one of the most beautiful vacation destinations on Mille Lacs Lake, The Garrison Inn and Suites features rooms with simple and comfortable furnishings and jacuzzi garden bathtubs that make suites feel like a home away from home. Nearby restaurants, such as the Blue Goose and Zig's, are popular destinations for a dinner out that won't break the budget. Garrison's staff members help guests arrange activities year-round including golf at Rutgers, fishing, sailing, jet skiing, wind surfing and water-skiing. Antique shopping and the nearby Grand Casino make the Garrison Inn and Suites a choice for families who want to try a bit of everything that Mille Lacs Lake has to offer.
  
  Garrison Inn and Suites
  
  9243 U.S. Hwy. 169
  
  Garrison, MN 56450
  
  800-817-5408
  
  garrisoninnsuites.com
  
  

Nittie's Hunters Point Resort

• Nittie's Hunters Point motel rooms and cabins are on Mille Lacs Lake shores where guests have easy access to swimming and boat launching. Accommodations are situated in tree shaded areas with cool green lawns that invite guests to relax on a blanket or chair. Rooms and cabins feature comfortable furnishings and decor for the serious fishing enthusiast who wants to utilize Hunters Point fishing guide services and have immediate access to surrounding activities, including ice fishing and excursions on charter pontoons. Pontoon boats are equipped with bathrooms and gas grills for large family outings and events. The Hunters Point restaurant and bar features a full menu that allows for hearty meals on the go for guests who want to save more time for fishing.
  
  Nittie's Hunter's Point Resort
  
  5436 479th St.
  
  Isle, Mn 56342
  
  877-240-0164
  
  nittie'shunterspoint.com
  
  

McQuoid's Inn

• This motel boasts a rustic element of upscale decor in rooms, condos and cabins. The resort also features an RV park. McQuoid's offers professionally guided summer and winter fishing excursions on Mille Lacs Lake in addition to a host of seasonal activities, such as snow mobile riding, fall hunting, hiking, birding, golf, sled-dog adventures and even a scrap-booking retreat offered in November. The variety of activities makes this resort a prime choice for families with moms and children who are interested in activities that may not always include fishing. Additionally, McQuoid's event center regularly hosts church retreats, business events and weddings.
  
  McQuoid's Inn Resort Motel
  
  1325 Hwy. 47 North
  
  Isle, MN 56342
  
  800-862-3535
  
  mcQuoidsinn.com
  
  

Fishermen's Wharf Resort

• The Fishermen's Wharf Resort faces a protected harbor with white sand beaches for a relaxing vacation under the sun. Nearby, The Red Top ATV Trails invite guests to get in on the exciting action of exploring the area's abundant background of wooded nature on ATVs.Rooms at the Wharf are newly remodeled featuring quaint log cabin decor with comfortable amenities. An on-site restaurant called Toucan's at The Wharf features a full breakfast and dinner menu, a gaming area for children and a beautiful view of Mille Lacs Lake. Every night of the week, Toucan's offers a meal choice specials, such as tacos, burgers or Texas Hold'em. The Fishermen's Wharf hosts summer and winter private fishing excursions, large fishing tournaments and charter boat trips. This is the ideal motel accommodation for families or guests with a serious interest in fishing and enjoying the expansive nature surrounding Mille Lacs Lake.
  
  Fishermen's Wharf Resort
  
  5101 Whistle Rd.
  
  Isle MN 56342
  
  800-645-3693
  
  fishermenswharfmn.com