Elk River Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An inviting boat dock is reflected in the glassy water of Lake Irving, the first lake on the Mississippi river, with Bemidji, Minnesota, the 2018 Best Town in Minnesota, seen across the lake.
View of Lakes and Forest from Aiton Heights Fire Tower in Itasca State Park
Lowry Avenue Bridge colored blue at dusk with Minneapolis Skyline behind
Elk River Falls in western NC in early fall.
Wyndham Garden Otsego-Minneapolis

Wyndham Garden Otsego-Minneapolis

3 out of 5
9200 Quaday Ave Ne Elk River MN
The price is NZ$193 per night from 3 May to 4 May
NZ$193
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Elk River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and water park access (surcharge). Popular attractions Wild Woods Water Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (969 reviews)
Bartender at night was very rude.

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Wyndham Garden Otsego-Minneapolis
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elk River, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elk River, MN

2.5 out of 5
18894 Dodge St Nw Elk River MN
The price is NZ$155 per night from 7 May to 8 May
NZ$155
7 May - 8 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Elk River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Hot tub was good, I only had a granola car and banana

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elk River, MN
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Brooklyn Park - Brooklyn Center, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Brooklyn Park - Brooklyn Center, MN

3 out of 5
2550 Freeway Blvd Brooklyn Center MN
The price is NZ$165 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$165
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brooklyn Center. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room smelled. Dirty under beds. Someone got sick in pool so wasn’t able to use pool during stay either.

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Brooklyn Park - Brooklyn Center, MN
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Enjoy beautiful sunsets year round from this spacious 3 BR home on Lake Orono.

Enjoy beautiful sunsets year round from this spacious 3 BR home on Lake Orono.

Elk River MN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Elk River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions William H. Houlton Conservation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
The host was very welcoming and provided helpful information. The house was beautifully decorated, very comfortable and well stocked. The lake view was beautiful. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Enjoy beautiful sunsets year round from this spacious 3 BR home on Lake Orono.
Fairystone Cottage on Medicine Lake 4-bedroom house in Plymouth MN

Fairystone Cottage on Medicine Lake 4-bedroom house in Plymouth MN

Plymouth MN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a garden. Popular attractions Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Plymouth ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
The property was unique and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped with good quality utensils. The games kept our kids well entertained. Sunrises over the lake were beautiful. The owner is very responsive.

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Fairystone Cottage on Medicine Lake 4-bedroom house in Plymouth MN
Cozy Cabin lake front

Cozy Cabin lake front

Dalbo MN
Stay at this cabin in Dalbo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
I had a wonderful relaxing, cozy wknd. It snowed Friday and Saturday, but the sun came out Sunday. The loons were beautiful to watch, along with geese and ducks. The cabin was perfect. Clean, full kitchen, clean bedrooms and bathroom. I emailed Cassie a few times, and her response time was almost ...

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Cozy Cabin lake front
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Popular places to visit

Wild Woods Water Park

Bring your family to Wild Woods Water Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Otsego. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Wild Woods Water Park

Nowthen City Hall

After visiting Nowthen City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elk River. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.

Nowthen City Hall

Northwoods Park

Northwoods Park is just one of the places to see in Otsego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Northwoods Park

Otsego County Park

Otsego County Park is just one of the places to see in Otsego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Otsego County Park

Fresno Park

After visiting Fresno Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elk River. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.

Fresno Park

Otsego City Hall

After visiting Otsego City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsego. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this family-friendly area.

Otsego City Hall

Cities near Elk River

Minneapolis - St. Paul

Minneapolis - St. Paul