Jaclyn & Derick

August 16, 2025 • Bemidji, MN
106 Days To Go!

Jaclyn & Derick

August 16, 2025 • Bemidji, MN
106 Days To Go!

Things to Do

Paul Bunyan & Babe the Blue Ox Statues

Picture of Paul Bunyan & Babe the Blue Ox Statues
300 Bemidji Ave N, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(800) 458-2223

Visit Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox to stand in their shadows, and take a memorable selfie! Make sure to visit the Tourist Information Center next to the statues to see some of Paul's personal belongings.


Located on the shore of Lake Bemidji, right next to downtown Bemidji, and Paul Bunyan Park.

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Paul Bunyan Park

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US-2 Old, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 333-1859

Inclusive playground, located right next to the Paul and Babe statues and visitor center. Pavilion, picnic tables, and fishing access.

Boardwalk Minigolf

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610 Lake Shore Dr NE, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-2202

Lake Bemidji State Park

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3401 State Park Rd NE, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 308-2300

Enjoy the big beautiful beach on the North end of Lake Bemidji. More picnic tables, playground, fishing access, canoe rentals, hiking trails, and access to Lake Bemidji Loop (16 mile bike/walking/running trail around Lake Bemidji).

Mississippi Headwaters at Itasca State Park

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36750 Main Park Drive Park Rapids, MN 56470
218-699-7251

Visit the start of the Mighty Mississippi! Enjoy the lake, hiking/biking trails, and grab a bite to eat at Douglas Lodge Restaurant.

Ruttger's Birchmont Lodge

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7598 Bemidji Rd NE, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-3463

Choose between dining on the patio, inside, or on the rooftop bar overlooking the North end of Lake Bemidji! Rent a water craft, and/or enjoy the water toys and swimming area right next to the patio.

Bemidji Town and Country Club

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2425 Birchmont Beach Rd NE, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 751-4535

Did someone say (or whisper) "Golf"?

Diamond Point Park

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1710 Birchmont Dr NE, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 333-1859

Another beautiful park on Lake Bemidji with more picnic tables, playgrounds, walking trails, and access to water-craft rentals. Also located next to Bemidji State University and their outdoor Soccer/Football stadium.

Nymore Dog Park

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625 Miles Avenue SE Bemidji, MN 56601
218-333-1850

If you need a safe space to let your fur-baby stretch it's legs, head to Nymore Dog Park!

Headwaters Science Center

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413 Beltrami Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-4472

Bemidji Brewing

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211 America Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-7011

Bar 209

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217 Minnesota Ave NW Suite 109, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 506-5168

Red Stu Breakfast Bar

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217 Minnesota Ave NW Suite 109, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 751-2442

Big River Scoop Ice Cream

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219 Bemidji Ave N, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-3898

Minnesota Nice Cafe

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315 Irvine Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-6656

Fozzie's Smokin Bar BQ

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114 3rd St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-0069

The Tavern on South Shore

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929 Lake Shore Dr NE, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-2310

Slim's Bar & Grill

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142 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
(218) 444-7546