Roseau, Minnesota offers a wide variety of family-friendly, summer fun that is sure to appeal to everyone in your family.
As the weather becomes warmer outside, our minds drift off to those long-awaited summer days and the star-filled summer nights. Where the smell of campfire in the air mingles with the sound of laughter, as you are making memories that will last forever! If you haven’t already planned your family’s getaway this summer, now is the time.
Roseau offers the entire family an opportunity to explore and be adventurous in the great north. Many visitors come for fishing, boating, and sailing on the beautiful waters of Lake of the Woods, Hayes Lake, or the Roseau River. The City of Roseau recently built two kayak launches that make experiencing the Roseau River easy. If you don’t have your own kayaks or paddleboards, no worries, you can still take part with rentals from Riverview Outdoors and Recreation (ROAR). The area also has two golf courses, casual and fine dining, and unique locally owned shopping options. Roseau offers countless outdoor family attractions including hiking, biking trails, and water activities. Traveling with small children, let them cool down at the Roseau Splash Pad. The Roseau County Museum and the Library also offer great family-friendly activities at no cost.
Roseau County Fair has been a summer highlight since 1904. It’s one week a year that makes memories for a lifetime. It is always the third full week in July. It is the goal of the Roseau County Fair Board to provide fun and entertaining events for all ages. Events include fireworks sponsored by Polaris Industries, carnival rides, 4-H project displays, food, live music, and entertainment. The midway rides, games, and fair stands take you back to simple times filled with laughter and fun. Most of Roseau County can be found at the demo derby, rodeo, and other grandstand events. Unlike most fairs, there is no gate fees.
Looking to fish in the area? Lake of the Woods is only 20 minutes away and offers world-class fishing. You can also cast a line off the banks along the Roseau River for a chance to catch northern, catfish and maybe even a walleye. Hayes Lake State Park offers a nice sandy beach, great views of lush green wooded shoreline. But what if not everyone in your family enjoys fishing? The lake is also a beautiful destination for boating, swimming, or just catching an amazing sunset.
Once you’ve made a shortlist of all the activities your family wants to make part of your unique summer vacation in Roseau. It is time to decide where you will stay. How many people in your family? What is your budget? Is where you stay as important as what you do while you stay there? Roseau offers numerous lodging options, whether you are looking to “rough” it at a campground, bring your RV, stay in a tent along the river, or relax in a mosquito-free comfort at one of our hotels. Check out our lodging page to find the best options for your family or look at our day trip itineraries to narrow down and customize your vacation.
Plan, pack, and go. Most importantly have a great time, we look forward to seeing you here in Roseau.