Local Activities & Attractions
Dining & activities in otter tail county
DINING
Union Pizza and Brewing Company / Fergus Falls
Even New Yorkers would agree this is some of the best food fired custom made pizza joint ever. Comfortable and charming dining area and locally brewed beer.
144 South Union Ave in Fergus Falls / 218-998-8888
http://unionpizzaandbrewing.com/
The Fabled Farmer / Fergus Falls
This breakfast and lunch restaurant has an amazing dress pressed juice bar and fresh, innovative and nutricious food. It is fast out delicious!
412 West Lincoln Avenue Fergus Falls, - look for the giant beet! 7:00 - 3:00
Don Pablo's Mexican Family Restaurant / Fergus Falls
Fantastic Mexican food in the heart of Fergus Falls.
108 E Lincoln Ave in Fergus Falls / 218-998-6394
Big Chief Truck Stop and Auto Cafe / Fergus Falls
Trust me on this one, they are the home of the bison burger and homemade pie!
Highway I94 off exit 61
Ten Mile Steakhouse in Dalton
Weekends you must try their prime rib, but wonderful steaks, ribs and fish in a casual dining setting.
12303 Co Highway 35 Dalton / 218-589-8845
http://www.tenmilelakeresort.com/steakhouse/
The Hideout Saloon & Grill in Dalton
They chill their beer mugs and have a great prime rib sandwich. Casual.
111 Main Street East Dalton, MN
Falls Baking Company - Artisan Baking Company / Fergus Falls
http://www.fallsbaking.com/Falls_Baking/Welcome.html
The bread at Falls Baking Company is made in the old world tradition with no preservatives or additives. All of our breads are made from scratch with artisan bread flour. In addition to bread they make scones, cookies, granola, granola bars, biscotti, brownies and bars.
1217 North Union Avenue, Fergus Falls MN 56537 ~ 218 739 0888
Monday - Friday 8 am - 5:30 pm
SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT
The Market / Fergus Falls
The Market is truly fun shopping experience with funny gifts and card, kids toys, gourmet and specialty foods, kitchen items, household accessory items, jewelry, soaps and incense. A very fun space to visit and linger in and look around.
120 South Union Ave, Fergus Falls / 218-998-3663
https://www.marketfergusfalls.com/
Center for the Arts / Fergus Falls
A beautifully restored historic theater where local and regional musical and theatrical performances thrive.
124 West Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls / 218-736-5453
Pomme de Terre Pottery
Visit their store located out of their home to view locally made, beautiful pottery.
32586 Island Road, Battle Lake / 218-589-7507
http://www.pommedeterrepottery.com
Studio 114
I have not been here but it looks good! https://www.artsyhome.com/author/myexile
Rothsay, MN. 56579
Carlos Creek Winery
Say yes to wine tasting in Alexandria - open all year!
6693 Country Road 34 NW Alexandria, MN 320-846-5443
https://www.carloscreekwinery.com/home
Panther Distillery
They say they make the finest tasting craft whiskey and spirits in Minnesota!
300 East Pike Street Osakis, MN 56360 320-760-5002
http://www.pantherdistillery.com/home
Fishing Ottertail County for Walleye!
This is really fun - Ross from Battle Lake Fishing Guides can provide everything you need to catch fish and clean the fish! They also
offer ice fishing . 218-760-0511.
Biking and Snowmobile Trails
Catch the "Central Lakes Trail" right from the town of Dalton and this trail takes you to the extensive Continental Divide Trail. Dalton and Fergus Falls is a pit stop for the Otter Trail Scenic Byway, a 150 mile loop through beautiful country and rich tradition. The trail takes you through 1,000 lakes and wildlife-filled wetlands and to a historic flour mill and other cultural stops. This byway was created to display the cultural, historical and natural significance of Otter Tail County. The Otter Trail Scenic Byway is just one of Minnesota's 20 byways and includes 23 sites, many with interpretive signs, trails, picnic facilities and opportunities to view wildlife. - See more at: http://www.visitfergusfalls.com/otter-trail-scenic-byway#sthash.94XUNmu5.dpuf
http://www.visitfergusfalls.com/otter-trail-scenic-byway
http://www.visitfergusfalls.com/biking
DNR Hunting Events and Seasons
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/events/index.html
Trap Shooting at Viking Valley Hunt Club
218-747-2537 and 35956 Grue Church Road, Ashby MN 56309
$22.00 for a round of 50
For birding, wildlife, reptile, butterfly, waterfoul events at the Prairie Wetland Learning Center in Fergus Falls:
18 hole and 9 Hole Golf Courses in the Area:
http://www.visitfergusfalls.com/golf
Ottertail County Public Water Access, Beaches and Watersports
Lakes in the area include: 10 Mile Lake, Otter Tail Lake, Battle Lake
http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/maps/water_access/counties/ottertail.pdf
Pebble Lake Public Beach
http://ottertaillakescountry.com/Play/Outdoor-Recreation/Beaches
Charlie's Tubing
33503 State Highway 34, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, 56501
Hours of operation Mon-Sun: 10:00 am - 5:45 pm
See more at: http://ottertaillakescountry.com/Directory/5/Play/Outdoor-Recreation/Boating-and-Water-Sports#sthash.kpRyRbLT.dpuf
New York Mills Regional Cultural Center / Finn Creek Open Air Museum
U.S. Highway 10 and County Road 67
In the 1885 Olaf Pary building, the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center sponsors an on-going schedule of art exhibitons and cultural events including the annual Great American Think Off, recognizing New York Mills as a recipient of national attention as a haven for art and culture in rural America.
OtterTail County Historical Museum
Considered one of the best local history museums in Minnesota there are over 100 permanent and changing displays of Native American History, 19th century agricultural life and a 1915 Main Street. 111West Lincoln Ave Fergus Falls. http://www.otchs.org/
Runestone Museum in Alexandra, MN
This region of MN is culturally and historically rich in Viking history including the famous Runestone Musuem in Alexandra, MN which is a small detour of Highway 94 if you are driving from the twin cities. This is a must see for any history buff. https://www.runestonemuseum.org
Glendalough State Park at County Road 16, 1.8 miles east of State Highway 78
Nine miles of lakeshore and 2,000 acres of woodlands and prairie is perfect for hiking, biking, pickicking, fishing, swimming, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/glendalough/index.html
Otter Tail Country Tourism
800-423-4571
Fergus Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau
800-726-8959