Hotel Near Chippewa National Forest and Leech Lake
The Country Inn Hotel Walker is situated in beautiful northern Minnesota near the Chippewa National Forest. With all the nearby parks and forests, visitors have plenty of opportunities for hiking, snowmobiling, skiing and hunting. Our hotel near the Heartland State Trail provides great lodging for outdoor adventurists. We are located on Leech Lake, one of Minnesota's largest lakes, which is popular for swimming and fishing. Additional Walker, MN attractions near the hotel include the Northern Lights Casino, Longbow Golf Course, Bear Pause Theater and Forestedge Winery. There is something for everyone near our Walker, MN hotel.
The following attractions are convenient to our Walker, MN lodging:
Bear Pause Theater Walker's state-of-the-art movie theater shows new movies at affordable rates. Rent their private VIP room for your movie, or host a party in the party room. 4479 County 5 NW Hackensack, MN (218) 675-5357 1.9 miles from hotel
Downtown Walker, MN Stroll down meandering, tree-lined streets and explore quaint shops offering unique merchandise. 0.25 miles from hotel
Forestedge Winery Enjoy local art, nature trails and specialty wines made from the fruits and berries that survive harsh northern winters. 35295 State 64 Laporte, MN (218) 224-3535 12 miles from hotel
Heartland State Trail Hop on this nearby trail to enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, snowmobiling and more. Bemidji Area Trails & Waterways 6603 Bemidji Avenue N Bemidji, MN 56601 (218) 755-2265 1 mile from hotel
Itasca State Park
Home of the Mississippi headwaters, biking, hiking, canoeing, boat rental, swimming, gift shop, restaurant and numerous exhibits.
36750 Main Park Dr
Park Rapids, MN 56470
(218) 266-2114
37 miles from hotel
Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Visit this convenient tourist information center.
905 Minnesota Ave
Walker, MN 56484
(218) 547-1313
1/2 mile from hotel
Longbow Golf Club Tucked away alongside Leech Lake, the 18-hole, par 72 Longbow is both challenging and scenic Northern Minnesota golf. Enjoy a full service clubhouse and more. 6516 Long Bow Trail NW Walker, MN (218) 547-4121 6.1 miles from hotel
Moondance Events Composed of the Lazy Moon Backstage Bar, the Moondance Saloon and Grill and Moondance softball fields, this is a great place for live entertainment or to host a fully catered party. 6697 State 371 NW Walker, MN (218) 836-1055 3.4 miles from hotel
Northern Lights Casino This Leech Lake casino features slot machines, blackjack, poker, restaurants, live entertainment and more. 6800 Y Frontage Rd NW Walker, MN (218) 547-2744 2.9 miles from hotel
Walker Area Community Center
Walker Area Community Center features a Fitness Center, ice arena, basketball courts, volleyball courts and Boy and Girls Club.
105 Tower Ave E
Walker, MN 56484
(218) 547-1853
1 mile from hotel
Driving Directions Country Inn & Suites, Walker is located 0.25 miles south of downtown Walker. On Highway 371, turn left on Walker Bay Blvd. You will enjoy beautiful of views Leech Lake near our hotel.
About Walker
Tucked alongside Leech Lake in north central Minnesota, Walker is the ideal combination of pioneer spirit and lakeside serenity. The city was founded in 1896 in Cass County thanks to its proximity to a railroad stop. According to Ojibwe legend, a captured maiden - with the aid of Indian deity Hiawatha - struck a magical spear into dry rock and created what is now Leech Lake. One of Minnesota's largest, the lake has made Walker a popular tourist destination, and its location in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest means visitors enjoy plenty of fishing, hiking, biking, snowmobiling and skiing. In the summer, miles of unspoiled beaches are available for sunbathing and swimming, and nearby aspen forests are ideal for hiking and for fall and winter hunting. Visitors and residents also enjoy the friendly, small-town vibe of the downtown area, which features quaint craft shops and relaxed eateries as well as more sophisticated restaurants and boutiques. The Walker area offers four seasons of relaxation and adventure for all ages.
Did you know?
The International Eelpout Festival, named for an unattractive, difficult-to-catch fish, has been drawing crowds at Leech Lake since 1979. The February competitions and ice antics include ice drilling, sled dog rides, a polar plunge and an on-ice auto race.