Welcome to Crosslake, Minnesota
Crosslake is nestled in the pines on the eastern shore of the pristine Whitefish Chain of Lakes. Home to the National Loon Center and a vibrant business community with unique retail shops, a variety of dining options, family resorts, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Campground. A true four-season recreational paradise, offering exceptional boating, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and a relaxing “Up North” retreat with family and friends. Welcome to Crosslake—the Beauty Spot of Minnesota!
Join us at dusk on Saturday, July 4, 2026, for a spectacular fireworks display over the lake, launched from Sand Island. Watch from shore or by boat and celebrate Independence Day under the stars.
Then, continue the celebration on Sunday, July 5, with a patriotic boat parade and special flyover honoring America’s 250th birthday.
CROSSLAKE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
All the information you need to know about Crosslake in one place. Find out where to go in Crosslake for lodging, dinning, shopping, outdoors, and more.
SEPTEMBER 24-26, 2026
Beautiful Fall colors are the backdrop for the annual Crosslake Days Fall Festival. We’ve got all the favorite events, including the Art & Craft Fairs, Chili Cook-off, Lost Chili Pepper Hunt, Cider & Candlelight Tour, Knights of Columbus Corn-Hole Tournament, and Crosslake Ace Hardware’s Street Dance to make this a weekend jam packed full of fun!
The Crosslake Days Outdoor Arts & Crafts Fair occurs just once a year with more than 80 vendors offering excellent quality, unique, original hand-crafted pieces for you, your home, and as gifts!
For more than 36 years, Crosslake Businesses have simmered up their special chili recipes and every year the competition is HOT, as businesses go head-to-head for the Golden Ladles and bragging rights!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of camaraderie, celebration, and community pride as we honor the outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations who make Crosslake such a special place. The 2026 Celebrate Crosslake Awards will shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond to enrich our community, and we’d love for you to be part of it!
2026 Explore Crosslake Visitor's Guide
Make the most of your vacation by planning with the area’s largest tourism publication and explore Crosslake like a local. Discover it’s resorts, dining, recreation and so much more.
COMING SPRING 2027
NATIONAL LOON CENTER
Set to open in 2027 in Crosslake, Minnesota, the National Loon Center will welcome visitors to a premier research and education facility dedicated to loons and freshwater ecosystems. Watch the construction site livestream to check in on the progress being made!
Crosslake Livestream
Summer in Crosslake is all about sunshine on the water, warm breezes, and long, laid-back days. Whether you’re here for a weekend escape or the whole season, Crosslake is the perfect place to slow down, soak it in, and savor the magic of summer.
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