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St. Cloud’S HotteSt loCation 

We’re on the border 

to everywhere! 

320-259-0877 

Hwy. 15 & Cty. Rd. 1 

Sartell, Minnesota 

www.americinn.com/hotels/mn/sartell 

Indoor Pool & Hot Tub • Free High Speed Internet • Whirlpool Suites 

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WElCoME 8 

ATRACTIoNS 10 

AREA EvENTS 20 

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 24 

ACCoMMoDATIoNS 30 

DINING 40 

SHoPPING 50 

SPoRTS & RECREATIoN 60 

MovING To THE AREA 68 

EDuCATIoN 72 

MEDICAl 76 

BuSINESS & oRGANIzATIoNS 80 

vISIToR SERvICES 82 

THE HEART oF MINNESoTA 86 

DAy TRIPS 96 

CouPoNS 98 

MAPS 99 

For Up-To-The-Minute 

Area Events 

St. Cloud AreA 

Convention 

& viSitorS BureAu 

525 Hwy. 10 S., Suite. 1 

St. Cloud, MN 56304 

www.granitecountry.com 

320-251-4170 • 1-800-264-2940 

Fax: 320-656-0401 

executive director ......................................... Julie lunning 

director of sAles & MArketinG...............Judy okerstrom 

director of visitor services ....................... Jean robbins 

director of sPorts & sPeciAl events ...........kelly sayre 

director of convention sAles .........................lori cates 

AdMinistrAtive AssistAnt ............................... nikki fisher 

For many years the Central Lakes Area has been one of the world’s leading 

producers of granite, and do we have granite for you! In addition to granite, 

St. Cloud and the Central Lakes Area offer much to residents and visitors alike. 

We enjoy a superb quality of life here—nearly 100 area parks; sparkling lakes; 

the Mississippi River; friendly, safe cities and neighborhoods; hundreds of 

restaurants and shops; a wide variety of recreational, 

cultural and educational opportunities and a 

business-friendly climate that is sustaining a 

robust regional economy. 

We love it here and hope you do, too! 

Julie Lunning, 

St. Cloud Area Convention 

& Visitors Bureau 

Dave Kleis, 

Mayor of St. Cloud 

Welcome 

to Granite 

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Historically speaking... 

Play or stay today! 

WELCOME TO 

ST. CLOUD 

St. Cloud began as three separate settlements on the Mississippi 

River which were founded by three extremely different men. 

One of the town sites was begun by a former slave owner who 

was involved in the fur trade, bringing slave-owning Southerners 

to the area. A second settlement was begun by a professional 

town-entrepreneur who attracted Protestants opposed to slavery. 

The third site was intended for a sawmill which drew Catholics 

from Germany. In spite of the differences, the three settlements 

eventually merged into one city in 1856. The name “St. Cloud” 

was chosen to reflect the area’s French heritage, being named 

after a suburb of Paris, France. Soon after, granite deposits were 

discovered and area granite companies began shipping granite to 

sites all over the world. Today, in addition to granite production, the 

area is a center for education and retail, and is one of the state’s 

popular destinations for recreation and tourism. 

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more about visiting or locating 

to the St. Cloud Area. 

Or contact the St. Cloud 

Convention and Visitors 

Bureau at 1-800-264-2940. 


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A most friendly climate! 

Central Minnesota is a theater of the seasons. Spring is alive with color, 

from crab apple trees to tulips and daffodils. The summers are warm and 

balmy with quickly passing thunderstorms. Our autumns are crisp and 

clear with abundant fall foliage colors. Even our winters are beautiful with 

hoarfrost and crystal snowfalls. But don’t be fooled – always check the 

thermometer before heading outside! 

High low 

Spring 70 50 

Summer 78 59 

Fall 43 25 

Winter 28 12 

It’s close to everywhere! 

Annual 

Rainfall: 27” 

Annual 

Snowfall: 45” 

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City .................................. Distance 

Minneapolis/St. Paul ............... 65 

Duluth .......................................165 

Rochester ................................153 

Paris, France ....................... 4904 

Chicago, IL ..............................489 

Sioux Falls, SD ........................220 

Fargo, ND ................................172 

Winnipeg, Manitoba ..............358 

Des Moines, IA .......................335 

New York, NY ....................... 1304

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CleMenS 

GArdenS 

Visitors to the St. Cloud area continue 

to comment on the exceptional number 

of attractions they discover in the 

St. Cloud and Central Minnesota area. 

Thousands visit the stunning Munsinger 

and Clemens Gardens in the summer. 

Others immerse themselves in area history 

and culture at the Stearns History 

Museum and others at heritage centers 

like Art and Heritage Place on the St. 

Benedict campus, the Hill Manuscript 

Museum at St. John’s University with 

its fascinating display of the remarkable 

St. John’s Bible (be sure to tour the 

spectacular St. John’s Abby, too!), the 

charming Paynesville Museum, and 

the enchanting Grasshopper Chapel in 

Cold Spring. 

If you enjoy the outdoors, take a stroll 

around the newly restored Lake George 

site, with walking paths, a magnificent 

granite fountain, paddleboat and canoe 

rentals and much, much more. Then take 

a wild ride in one of the Summerland 

go-karts or play a round of miniature golf, 

or, for MORE outdoor fun, hike, bike or 

swim in Quarry Park, surrounded by 

old granite quarries, woods and wetlands. 

If it’s adventure you crave, rent a canoe or 

kayak at Clear Waters Outfitting Co. 

and paddle the mighty Mississippi River, 

one of our area’s star attractions. 

Out of town, families will love the 

enchanting Hemker Zoo, intriguing 

A Maze ‘N Farmyard, and fascinating 

Minnesota Pioneer Park. And last, but 

certainly not least, DO take time to sample 

our local grapes and brews at Glacial 

Ridge Winery, Millner Heritage 

Winery, Whispering Oaks Winery 

and the 3rd Street Brewhouse. 

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STeArnS 

HiSTory MuSeuM

Preserving St. Cloud 

History Tours 

In August 2009, the City of St. Cloud launched 

a Downtown Tour, Highbanks Tour, and 

Barden Park Tour to a worldwide audience. 

Several options are available for viewing 

the “Preserving St. Cloud History” Tours: 

visitors can view them on the city’s website at 

www.ci.stcloud.mn.us, or they can be 

downloaded to a personal mp3 player via 

the internet through Itunes. Otherwise, 

tours are available for checkout in the 

St. Cloud Planning and Zoning office at St. 

Cloud City Hall. 

These interactive tours feature property and 

business owners presenting interesting facts 

and images about the historic and architectural 

elements of 40+ historic sites in the City of St. 

Cloud. 

COmIng SOOn: more “Preserving 

St. Cloud History” Tours are being developed 

on the Pantown neighborhood and mississippi 

River. Don’t miss them! 

Map & Page Reference 

Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map: Ad pg. 25 • 8-j 

Blue text–Directs you to various 

Heart of Minnesota maps: Map pg. 94 

Historic Walking Tours 

Three different, self-guided walking tours of over 40 historic St. Cloud sites. 

Download or checkout tours at the St. Cloud Planning and Zoning office at City Hall. 

See above. www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Planning/Downtown.aspx 

Museums/Galleries 

Art and Heritage Place 

Saint Benedict’s Monastery • For more information call 320-363-7100 

www.sbm.osb.org • Ad pg. 15 • Map pg. 88 

This lovely space includes a museum, gallery and gift shop featuring the history 

of and handmade gifts by the Sisters of the Order of Saint Benedict. 

Atwood Gallery 

St. Cloud State university • 320-308-2205 • www.stcloudstate.edu/upb • 9-j 

Contemporary with a variety of art works exhibited. Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri., 8 

a.m.-5 p.m. Closed holidays and during SCSU breaks. Call for information on shows. 

Benedicta Arts Center 

Main Gallery, Gallery lounge, College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph 

320-363-5777 • www.csbsju.edu/finearts • Map pg. 88 

Benedicta Arts Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m. Call 

for show details. 

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Benton County Historical Society 

218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids • 320-253-9614 

www.co.benton.mn.us • 8-f 

Benton County’s past is fondly preserved here. 

Open all year. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for 

appointment. 

Charles A. lindbergh Historic Site 

1620 lindbergh Dr. S., little Falls, MN 

320-616-5421 

www.mnhs.org/lindbergh • Map pg. 87 

Tour the famous aviator’s home complete with 

original furnishings and artifacts. See exhibits in the 

visitor center. Shop the selection of Lindbergh and 

flight merchandise. 

the Charles A. Weyerhaeuser 

Memorial Museum 

2151 S. lindbergh Dr., little Falls, MN 

320-632-4007 

www.morrisoncountyhistory.org • Map pg. 87 

Self-guided tours, research services, county history, 

and more. Open year round. 

Christie House Museum 

long Prairie, MN 56347 

320-732-2514 • Map pg. 88 (N. of Sauk Centre) 

A walk in the past through a country doctor’s house. 

Cokato Museum 

175 W. 4th St., P.o. Box 686 

Cokato, MN 55321-0686 • 320-286-2427 

www.cokato.mn.us/cmhs/ • Map pg. 90 

You’ll find lots of local Scandinavian history here. 

Tues.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 8:30a.m.-3 p.m.; 

Closed Sundays and Mondays and major holidays. 

the Hill Museum & Manuscript 

library (HMMl) 

31802 Cty. Rd. 159, Collegeville, MN 56321 

320-363-3514 

www.hmml.org 

Ad pg. 89 • Map pg. 88 

HMML is sponsored by Saint John’s Abbey and 

University, and is home to The Saint John’s Bible, a 

handwritten, illuminated Bible. See ad for hours. 

Kiehle visual Arts Center 

St. Cloud State university 

320-308-4283 • www.stcloudstate.edu/art • 9-j 

National and local art work is featured. Open Sept.- 

May, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for details. 

Minnesota Baseball Hall of Fame Museum 

rivers edge Convention Center 

10 Fourth Ave. S., 2nd floor 

320-252-8227 • 320-255-7272 

www.mnamateurbaseballhof.com • 8-i 

Where great moments in Minnesota baseball are 

preserved. Open Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Hours 

are extended and open some weekends when the 

Convention Center is open. Free. 

Minnesota Fishing Museum 

304 W. Broadway, little Falls, MN • 320-616-2011 

mnfm@mnfishingmuseum.com 

www.mnfishingmuseum.com • Map pg. 85 

Over 10,000 sq. ft. of antique fishing artifacts. 

Minnesota Military Museum 

located at Camp Ripley 

15000 Hwy. 115, little Falls, MN 56345 

320-616-6050 • Map pg. 87 

Minnesota military memorabilia. 

Paramount theatre 

913 W. St. Germain, Downtown St. Cloud 

320-259-5463 

www.paramountarts.org • Ad pg. 29 • 8-j 

A renovated historic theatre, programming theatre 

performances and visual arts classes and events. 

Sherburne History Center 

10775 27th Ave. S.E., Becker, MN 55308 

763-261-4433 • 763-262-4433 

www.sherburnehistorycenter.org • Map pg. 87 

Stearns History Museum • 5-k 

235 S. 33rd Ave., St. Cloud, MN 

320-253-8424 • www.stearns-museum.org 

Ad pg. 11; coupon pg. 98 

Nationally accredited museum has two floors of 

exhibits and an extensive research library specializing 

in German and Luxembourg immigration. Open 

Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. 

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Noted Attractions 

AirMaxx trampoline Park 

3900 Roosevelt Rd., Ste. 120, St. Cloud 

320-281-5599 • 9-p 

AirMaxx Trampoline Park is St. Cloud’s newest 

destination for fun and fitness for the whole family. We 

have 15,000 sq. ft. of fun and excitement for all ages. 

A Maze’n Farmyard 

3-1/2 mi. W. of Eden valley on Hwy. 55 

320-453-6901 • www.amazenfarmyard.com 

Ad pg. 91 • Map pg. 90 

Fun for the Whole Family! Many animals, a maze, 

giant slide, mini golf, “new” bounce barn and much 

more. Join us for an amaze’n time! 

Bounce depot 

74 10th Ave. S., Waite Park 

320-253-8571 • www.bouncedepot.net 

Ad pg. 15 • 3-k 

Come enjoy our thrilling inflatable slides, bouncers 

and obstacle courses in a comfortable indoor play 

environment. Fun for all ages. Great physical activity 

for kids. 

Charles A. lindbergh State Park 

little Falls, MN (Located one and a half miles south 

of Highway 27 just outside Little Falls, a 25-minute 

drive from St. Cloud) 

320-616-2525 • www.dnr.state.mn.us 

See Day Trips page 96 for more information 

Map pg. 87 

Enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking, canoeing, 

boating, bird watching and, in winter, cross country 

skiing. Don’t miss the Lindbergh House Historic 

Site. Open year round. 

Clemens/Munsinger Gardens 

1515 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud (off Kilian Blvd.) 

1-800-264-2940 • Gift Shop 320-258-0381 • 9-k 

Open sunrise-sunset. Gift Shop. 

Crafts direct 

620 Sundial Dr., Waite Park, MN 56387 

320-654-0907 • www.craftsdirect.com 

Ad inside back cover; coupon pg. 98 • 3-l 

Crafts Direct features a large selection in yarn and 

fabrics, beads, fine arts, scrapbooking, rubber 

stamping, gifts, floral, a great seasonal section and 

much more! 

downtown St. Cloud is Always on 

See ad pgs. 14, 58 & 59 • 8-j 

Music, art, dining, yoga, spas, cocktails, theatres, 

hotels, shopping, library. Experience the vibrant 

nightlife and rich cultural heritage of St. Cloud’s 

downtown. 

el rancho Mañana Campground, riding 

Stable & recreational Area 

27302 Ranch Rd., Richmond, MN 56368 

Call for reservations 320-597-2740 

www.camperm.com 

Campgrounds pg. 32; grid pg. 37; Ad pg. 93 

Map pg. 92 

Fairview Gardens 

1080 35th St. N., Sauk Rapids 

(East of Hwy. 10 & 15 on Co. Rd. 29) 

320-229-2281 • www.fairviewgardensmn.com 

Ad pg. 57 • 9-d 

Huge greenhouse and nursery, home and holiday 

decor, seasonal displays, unique gifts, special 

events and workshops. For hours and special 

events, call or check website.

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The St. Cloud 

Downtown Council 

820 W. St. Germain 

320-257-8600 

www.stclouddowntown.com 

• Giant Water Slide 

• indy KartS • Go-KartS 

• Mini Golf 

• BuMper BoatS 

• BattinG CaGeS • arCade 

• Group rateS 

• Jr KartS • Kiddie BoatS 

• faMily tiCKet paCKaGeS 

St. Cloud’s Downtown is the place to go for 

taking in exciting events, colorful galleries, 

exceptional theatre, live music & comedy, fine 

dining, terrific burgers, scrumptious pizza and 

of course, great one-of-a-kind shopping and 

specialty stores. Plus you’ll find an abundance of 

professional services conveniently located in our 

charming historic locale. 

is Funland 

for the entire 

family! 

18-Hole 

Championship 

Mini Golf! 

www.summerlandfunpark.com 

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There’s something for 

everyone here— downtown 

is urban, walkable, lively... 

and we have plenty of 

convenient parking, too! 

320-251-0940 

Open 7 Days a week 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 

Hwy. 23 E. (1 mile past Honda House) 

St. Cloud, Minnesota

Fountain at Clemens Gardens 

Michigan Ave. and Kilian Blvd. 

and 13th St. S., St. Cloud • 9-k 

The “Renaissance Fountain with Cranes” was given 

to the city by Bill and Virginia Clemens. At 24 feet, 

this is the tallest outdoor fountain in a Minnesota 

public garden. 

the Grande depot 

8318 State Hwy. 23 W., St. Cloud 

320-257-5500 

www.thegrandedepot.com 

Ad pg. 4 & 5 • 1-l 

This 1912 Depot is an architectural masterpiece 

inside and out. The Grande Depot offers two 

upscale retail choices for discerning consumers; 

áccentric and cork and cask. 

Granite Country uSA 

1-800-264-2940 


Take home rock-solid memories by joining us for 

fascinating self-guided tours of beautiful Quarry 

Park, granite architecture, sculpture and a whole lot 

more-all here in Central Minnesota! 

Grasshopper Chapel 

Highway 23 west to Cold Spring 

Church of St. Boniface, Cold Spring 

320-685-3653 

Map pg. 92 

Chapel represents the miracle of an 1877, April 

snowstorm that halted an impending grasshopper 

plague. Shrine, Stations of the Cross and Chapel 

open everyday, all day. 

Granite 

Countertops 

Vanities 

Furniture 

and more! 

Stop in 

and see our 

showroom! 

Locally- 

Owned 

Hwy. 23 W, St. Cloud • 320-251-4111 

www.stonecraftersinc.com 

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www.cwoutfitting.com 

MiSSiSSiPPi river 

• Canoe, kayak and 

SUP board rental 

• Day trips, overnight trips, 

kayak fishing 

• Quality outdoor gear store 

• No experience necessary 

• Group rates available, 

reservations suggested 

320-558-8123 

100 Pine St., Clearwater, MN 

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Gypsy lea’s 

An event You’ll never Want to Miss! 

115 Division St., Sauk Rapids • 320-251-4019 

www.Gypsyleas.com • Ad pg. 51 • 8-f 

Open 4 days each month, the 2nd Thursday-Sunday. 

A completely new, beautifully staged store each time. 

One-of-a-kind Antiques, Vintage and Shabby Chic. 

Hemker Park & Zoo 

26715 Co. Rd. 39, Freeport, MN (I-94 exit 140) 

1 mi. N. of Downtown Freeport • 320-836-2426 

www.hemkerzoo.com • Ad pg. 89 • Map pg. 88 

The best kept secret of central Minnesota. Come 

walk on the “Wild Side” with some of the most exotic 

animals of Africa, Australia and North America. 

Hoopers’ Yak ranch 

15813 Christmas Tree Rd., Cold Spring, MN 56320 

320-685-4489 • Cell: 320-266-8090 

www.yak-man.com • yak-man@yak-man.com 

Ad pg. 93 • Map pg. 92 

Call to schedule a Yakmobile tour of the yak ranch. 

Learn about these amazing creatures, view Tibetan 

artifacts, and purchase frozen low cholesterol yak meat. 

Mississippi river 

This fabled, natrual wonder begins its 2,552 mile 

journey to the area about three hours north of St. 

Cloud. Ample parks and public access! 

Munsinger/Clemens Gardens 

1515 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud 

(off Riverside Dr. and 13th St. S.) 

1-800-264-2940 • Gift Shop 320-258-0381 • 9-k 

Situated along the Mississippi River, these 

distinctive gardens lie under towering hemlock and 

pine trees. Wedding pavilion, wooden gazebo, 

Gardens Gift Shop. Open sunrise-sunset. 

Quarry Park 

West of St. Cloud on Co. Rd. 137 

(17th St. S, Waite Park) 

Stearns Co. Parks, 320-255-6172 

www.co.stearns.mn.us • Ad pg. 55 • 3-m 

rivers edge Convention Center 

10 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud 

320-255-7272 • 800-450-7272 

StCloudRiversEdgeConventionCenter.com 

Ad pg. 13 • 8-i 

The newly expanded 150,000 sq. ft. River’s 

Edge Convention Center is a premier venue for 

conventions, concerts, weddings and special 

events of any kind. 

Saint Benedict’s Monastery 

104 Chapel lane, St. Joseph • 320-363-7100 


Home to Benedictine Sisters for more than 150 

years. Beautiful chapel, museum, gift shop, grotto 

and more. Information in chapel, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

St. Cloud Public library 

1300 St. Germain W., St. Cloud 

320-650-2500 • www.griver.org • 7-j 

State-of-the-art contemporary library with a variety 

of children’s programs and free internet. Open 

Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 

and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Saint John’s Benedictine Abbey Church 

Saint John’s Abbey and university, Collegeville 

320-363-2011 • www.sja.osb.org • Map pg. 88 

Designed by renowned architect Marcel Breuer, this 

gorgeous church serves as the centerpiece for the 

Saint John’s University campus. Open daily, 6:30 

a.m.-10 p.m. Free. 

GlACiAl ridGe Wnery 

ST. JoHn’S BiBle 

The Saint John’s Bible in the Hill 

Museum & Manuscript library (HMMl) 

31802 Cty. Rd. 159, Collegeville, MN 56321 

320-363-3514 or 320-363-3351 

www.saintjohnsbible.org • Ad pg. 89 

Map pg. 88 

HMML is home to The Saint John’s Bible, a 

handwritten, illuminated Bible. Selected pages are 

always on exhibit. Museum, library and gift shop. 

See ad for hours. 

Scheels 

40 N. Waite Ave., Waite Park (Crossroads Center) 

320.252.9494 • scheels.com 

Ad pg. 3 • 4-j 

Minnesota’s Largest All Sports Store. 

Stearns County Courthouse 

725 Courthouse Square, Downtown St. Cloud 

320-656-3620 • www.co.stearns.mn.us • 8-j 

This historic landmark, with its illuminated clock, was 

built in 1922. The distinctive dome soars 109 feet above 

the street. Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. 

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Summerland 

2 miles east on Hwy. 23, St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-251-0940 • www.summerlandfunpark.com 

Ad pg. 14; coupon pg. 98 • east of 12-h 

St. Cloud’s most unique theme park. Jr. & Kiddie 

Karts/Boats • Indy Karts • Go-Karts • Mini Golf 

Giant water slide and more • group rates. 18-hole 

Championship Mini Golf. 

third Street Brewhouse 

219 N. Red River Ave., Cold Spring 

320-685-8686 • Ad pg. 13 • Map pg. 92 

We’re all about great craft beer taste. Take in lodgestyle 

surroundings, a guided tour or a frothy sip. 

Sample our full line of craft beers. 

River Trips & Rentals 

Clear Waters outfitting Company 

100 Pine St., Clearwater • 320-558-8123 

www.cwoutfitting.com • Ad pg. 15 • east of 12-r 

Central Minnesota’s premier paddling and outdoor 

gear supplier! Rentals, river trips, kayak fishing, and 

sales from a historic location on the Mississippi River. 

Wineries 

Glacial ridge Winery 

15455 old Mill Rd., Spicer, MN 

320-796-9463 • www.glacialridgewinery.com 

Ad pg. 91 • Map pg. 92 (SW of Paynesville) 

Producing award winning Minnesota wines. Gracious 

park like grounds, gift shop & tasting room. Open 

year round for tours, tastings and wine sales. 

Millner Heritage vineyard & Winery 

32025 MN Hwy. 15, Kimball, MN 55353 

(located 7 miles S. of Kimball or 8 miles N. of 

Dassel on MN Hwy. 15) 

320-398-2081 • www.MillnerHeritage.com 

Ad pg. 91 • Map pg. 90 

European Style Winery–family designed, built, and 

operated. Vineyard/winery tours, tasting, store, 

food menu. Annual events, Anniversary, Grape 

Stomp, Quilt/Wine Show, plus more! 

Whispering oaks Winery 

33578 Co. Rd. 30, Melrose, MN • 320-256-7118 

www.whisperingoakswinerymn.com 

Family operated, making wines from grapes grown 

in its own front yard —the Black Oak Vineyard.

lAke GeorGe 

The Lake George restoration project was a 

joint effort between the St. Cloud Rotary Club, 

St. Cloud Technical College students and state 

and county agencies. 

Originally a swamp that drained to the 

Mississippi River, over the last three years, Lake 

George, a small lake on the fringe of Downtown, 

has gone from a gravel and lawn grass shoreline 

to a natural habitat of trees, shrubs, native 

grasses, and wildflowers. Following a number 

of years of shoreline improvements, in 2008, 

total renovation of the ice-skating warming 

house, reception area for renting paddleboats 

and canoes was completed. 

Recent additions, funded extensively by the 

St. Cloud Rotary Club, included 28,000 square 

feet of paved walkways, new seating and lighting, 

a delightful wooden trellis, and a showpiece 

Bonestroo-designed granite fountain and plaza 

space. Adjacent to Lake George is a small pond 

with swan house, a new splash pad, public 

restroom, playground area, and concession 

building. 

Used for a number of different events 

throughout the year, the highlight of the summer 

at Lake George was Summertime by George, a 

Wednesday night free concert and festival put on 

by the Rotary Club of St. Cloud, with Rotarians 

volunteering over 1500 hours over the course 

of 12 weeks. 

Whatever the season, don’t miss this spectacular 

St. Cloud attraction!

MunSinGer GArdenS 

QuArry PArk 

Truly a local treasure, Quarry Park and Nature Preserve 

(formerly known as “Hundred Acres Quarry”) is the largest park in 

the Stearns County Parks System. 

Situated below the Clemens Gardens and along 

the Mississippi River, these distinctive gardens lie 

under towering hemlock and pine trees. As a result, 

many of the garden beds are in the shade, making 

them astounding in their abundance of color and 

incredible variety of flowers. Included in the park 

are a large peacock cage, lovely wedding pavilion, 

wooden gazebo, and of course, the fabulous 

Mississippi River. 

The 643-acre park is a fascinating look at the early granite industry in the Central Lakes area, and 

it is a haven for those who love the outdoors. Natural features include scenic woodlands, open 

prairie, wetlands, and unquarried bedrock areas, with many trails winding throughout the park. 

Plant life includes everything from oaks and aspens to yellow ladyslippers, Indian paintbrush 

and prickly pear cactus. Man-made features include sizeable hills composed of quarried rock 

remnants (grout piles) and 30 granite quarries, most of which are now filled with water and form 

picturesque rock-fringed ponds – which are surprisingly clear and deep. Hills afford spectacular 

views of the landscape and a new observation deck provides a unique perspective. Vehicle parking 

permits can be purchased at the contact station or from the Stearns County Parks Department 

(320-255-6172). Picnic, swim, hike, fish, bike or cross-country ski — Quarry Park will provide you 

hours of enjoyment any time of year! 

MunSinGer & CleMenS GArdenS 

CleMenS GArdenS 

Six gardens make up Clemens Gardens: Virginia 

Clemens Rose Garden, Rest Area Garden, Formal 

Garden, White Garden, Perennial Garden and the 

Treillage Garden. The six gardens draw 2,000 to 

3,000 people a day during the summer, from all over 

the world. So, whether you’re a weekend gardener or 

professional horticulturist, visit soon and find the flavor 

of European gardens right here in Central Minnesota! 

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GrAniTe, GrAniTe 

everyWHere! 

Once known as the “Nitty Gritty Granite City”, St. Cloud 

used the above headline for a 1921 advertising campaign. 

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When granite deposits were found along area rivers and 

in land nearby, the granite industry began to develop. 

Granite was everywhere and even today, as you drive 

through St. Cloud and Central Minnesota, you’ll find 

buildings, houses, churches, monuments and public 

artwork made of granite of all kinds. One of the largest 

granite companies in the world is in nearby Cold Spring, 

and the Minnesota Correctional Facility was built on the 

site of the first granite quarry in St. Cloud. At one time 

the area claimed 19 granite companies, and the granite 

industry provided thousands of jobs throughout the mid- 

1800s to present day. 

GRANiTe CouNTRy ATTRACTioNs: 

Stearns History Museum 

235 33rd Ave. S., St. Cloud • 5-g 

Quarry Park 

(Stearns County Parks) 

County Rd. 137, Waite Park • 1-i 

Stearns County Courthouse 

725 Courthouse Square, 

St. Cloud • 9-e 

St. Mary’s Cathedral 

25 8th Ave. N, St. Cloud • 9-e 

north Star Cemetery 

1901 Cooper Ave. N., 

St. Cloud • 8-h 

Minnesota 

Correctional Facility 

2305 Minnesota Blvd. S.E., 

St. Cloud • west of 12-g 

St. John’s Abbey, 

St. John’s university 

Collegeville • Map pg. 88 

Assumption Chapel 

(Grasshopper Chapel) 

Hwy. 23, Cold Spring 

Map pg. 92 

St. Boniface Catholic 

Church & Cemetery 

418 Main St., Cold Spring 

Map pg. 92 

First national Bank of 

rockville 

205 Broadway St. E., 

Rockville • Map pg. 92 

rockville City Hall 

209 E Broadway St., 

Rockville • Map pg. 92

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All of our seasons are filled with 

celebration and fun for the whole 

family! 

Summer brings Granite City 

Days with a grand parade, huge 

Lemonade Arts Fair and symphony 

concert, plus an airport fly-in and 

a spectacular fireworks display, 

which is one of the largest in outstate 

Minnesota. There’s also a 

St. Joseph Fourth of July Parade 

and the St. Joseph Parish Festival, 

true home-town expressions of 

patriotism and local pride. Like your 

parades cool and sparkling? Then 

you don’t want to miss the Winter 

Nights and Lights Parade held in 

early December, which is capped off 

with the arrival of Santa to town. 

For those who love sports and 

recreation, The Earth Day Half 

Marathon in April is a big-time 

event, with runners from all over 

the region taking part. The Sartell 

Duathlon in June holds its own, as 

runners and bikers of all competitive 

levels participate. A variety of 

sporting events are popular here, with 

St. Cloud Division I Hockey and 

River Bats baseball topping the list 

for many. 

This year will be the 100th 

Anniversary of the Benton County 

Fair, with the best a county fair has 

to offer – 4-H displays, food vendors, 

a midway and great all-American fun! 

Held a couple of weekends later is the 

Benton Car Show – all you classic 

auto lovers take note! 

And then there are our festivals – 

Millstream Arts, Joe Town Rocks, 

St. Mary’s Block Party, Rapid River 

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HolidAy niGHTS 

& liGHTS PArAde 

ST. JoSePH 

PAriSH FeSTivAl 

Days, Waite Park Family Fun 

Fest, Mississippi Music Festival, 

special events at the Glacial Ridge 

and Millner Heritage Wineries, 

and Minnesota Home Grown 

Kickoff at El Rancho Mãnana – all 

highlighting the exceptional quality 

of life in Central Minnesota, Be sure 

to check out www.aroundthecloud. 

org for our up-to-date area events!

January 

January 15 | Wedding expo 

River’s Edge Convention Center, St. Cloud 

www.stcloudweddingexpo.com 

Planning a wedding, or know someone who is? 

This expo has everything to assist in planning for a 

wedding. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 

January 20 | Comfortably Pink 

Pioneer Place on 5th, St. Cloud 

320-203-0331 • www.ppfive.com 

7:30 p.m. showtime. Comfortably Pink began it’s 

evolution in May 2009 as the brainchild of seven 

accomplished Minneapolis based artists/musicians 

whose lives converged around a mutually shared 

love of the music of Pink Floyd. 

January 21 | St. Cloud Winter Beer Fest 


Contact Mark at 612-239-2358 

A fun event for the new year! 

January 23-26 

the Fabulous Armadillos rS top 25 



All shows 7:30 p.m. Top 25 songs from the Rolling 

Stones! 

January 27 | the Bad Plus 

Paramount Theatre, St. Cloud 

320-259-5463 • www.paramountarts.org 

7:30 p.m. showtime. Musical group that mixes post 

‘60s, jazz and indie rock. 

January 28 | Skilly and duff 



7:30 p.m. You have to see this Irish Quartet! 

February 

February 3-5 

Gingerbread Arts & Crafts Show 

Crossroads Shopping Center, St. Cloud 

www.gingerbreadshows.com 

They provide an opportunity for the artists to show 

and sell their products while attracting customers to 

attend events, purchase unique items and have fun. 

Show runs during mall hours. 

February 4 

City nights & Broadway lights 



Different age groups are invited to see their favorite 

broadway musical. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 

February 10 

Blair thomas –the Hard Headed Heart 

Stephen B.Humphrey Theater 

St. John’s university, St. Joseph • 320-363-5777 

8 p.m. Chicago’s most acclaimed puppet master 

presents a trio of interconnected solo shows . A 

one-man band, Thomas uses traditional hand puppets, 

shadow puppets on lamp lit paper scrolls and 

marionette’s. 

February 10-12, 15-19, 22-26, 29 

Complete Works of William 

Shakespeare (Abridged) 

Pioneer Place on 5th, St. Cloud • 320-203-0331 

www.ppfive.com 

This is a hilarious romp where you see all Shakespeare 

plays (37 total) in 97 minutes! 7:30 p.m. 

For Up-To-The-Minute 

Area Events 

February 10-13 | Sportsmen’s Show 


www.stcloudsportshow.com 

It is a boat, camping, hunting, travel, everything outdoor 

show! Tickets and times available on website. 

February 14 

What a Wonderful World & dueling Pianos 



Two shows, two great performances to celebrate 

Valentines Day! Two guys and two pianos! You can’t 

miss this. 

February 15-19 | Camp & travel expo 


320-251-7588 

Pleasureland puts this event on every year! Don’t 

miss it! 

February 16-18 | takin’ it to the limit 



The Fabulous Armadillos and Collective Unconscious 

team up again for this wonderful tribute to 

the music of the Eagles. 7:30 p.m. 

February 17 | Spirit of uganda 

Escher Auditorium, College of St. Benedict 

St. Joseph • 320-363-5777 

“Invigorating the stage with that elusive thing called 

joy” (New York Times), the children of Spirit of 

Uganda are ambassadors for Uganda’s 2.4 million 

orphans. Featuring a vibrant cast of performers, 

ages 8-18. 7:30 p.m. 

February 24-26 | Boat Show 


320-251-8900 

See the latest models from all manufacturers and 

dealers! Plus, get great show only deals! Join Wolf 

and get ready for boating season early! 

February 24-25 | night of the Stars 


320-259-5463 

www.paramountarts.org 

Join District 742 in raising money for their educational 

activities. This showcases talents of the 

students, faculty and staff of District 742. 7:30 p.m. 

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liBerTy SAvinGS BAnk’S HAlloWeen PArTy AT lAke GeorGe 

February 25 | over the rhine 

Gorecki Family Theater 

College of St. Benedict, St. Joseph 

320-363-5777 

7:30 p.m. Among the “World’s Greatest Living 

Songwriters” (PASTE magazine) folksy husband 

and wife duo Linford Detweiler and Karin Bergquist, 

otherwise known as Over the Rhine, have been innovators 

on the Indie music scene since 1991. 

February 28-March 1 

Central Mn Farm Show 


320-251-2940 

Over 200 booths and the latest farm equipment. 

Contact Ginny at the St. Cloud Area Chamber of 

Commerce. 

March 

March 1-4 

Complete Works of William 

Shakespeare (Abridged) 


320-203-0331 


This is a hilarious romp where you see all Shakespeare 

plays (37 total) in 97 minutes! 7:30 p.m. 

March 5-7 | A Folk evolution 


320-203-0331 


7:30 p.m. From the guys who brought you tributes 

to Dylan, Tom Petty and Creedence Clearwater 

Revival, Pioneer Place Theatre is proud to present 

the third in this Rockumentary series brought to you 

by Justin Ploof and The Throwbacks. 

March 9 | la Morra 

St. Mary’s Cathedral Downtown, St. Cloud 

253-3683 

7:30 p.m. The ensemble performs songs from the 

Renaissance era. 

March 9-11 | Home Show 


320-251-4382 • www.cmbaonline.org 

This annual home improvement expo is put on by 

the Central MN Builders Association. For information 

on times, visit website or call. 

March 16 | downtown Art Crawl 

Downtown St. Cloud • www.artcrawlstcloud.com 

5-9 p.m. Buy great art. Meet good friends. Stroll 

downtown. 

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1-800-264-2940

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March 16-18, 22-25, 29-30 

romeo & Juliet 



Classic love story—tale of romance and tragedy between 

two families of Verona who have been feuding 

for years while the children fall in love. 7:30 p.m. 

March 17 | ring of Kerry 

Paramount Theatre, St. Cloud • 320-259-5463 


7:30 p.m. Back again with the spectacular St. Paul 

Irish Dancers makes this St. Patrick’s Day concert 

top notch! 

March 17 | 7th Annual Wood expo 

St. Cloud National Guard Armory, St. Cloud 

320-252-8138 

9 a.m.-3 p.m. For both professionals and hobbyists, 

this is primarily for people involved in wood-related 

crafts like woodworking, woodturning, and carving. 

Vendors, tools of all kinds, seminars, contests, local 

clubs, etc. 

March 23 | Project trio 

Stephen B. Humphrey Theater 

St. John’s university, St. Joseph • 320-363-5777 

8 p.m. A musical experience defining a new level 

of entertainment for the internet generation and 

beyond. 

March 29 

Sister’s easter Catechism: 

Will My Bunny Go to Heaven? 



1:30 and 7 p.m. showtimes. Celebrate the Easter 

Season with this hysterically funny comedy! 

March 31 | C. Willi Myles 



America’s Everyday Comedian presenting his annual 

April Fool’s Day Show. 8 pm. $20 all tickets. 

March 31-April 1 | Jose Cole Circus 

Sauk Rapids Sports Arena East 

Benton County Fairgrounds, Sauk Rapids 

320-223-2489 

3 and 7 p.m. showtimes—1:30 and 5:30 p.m. 

showtimes. Adults $11 and children $7. 

April 

April 1 | romeo & Juliet 



Classic love story—tale of romance and tragedy between 

two families of Verona who have been feuding 

for years while the children fall in love. 7:30 p.m. 

April 2-5 

the Fabulous Armadillos Go to Hollywood 



7:30 all shows. Expect lots of laughs, some unexpected 

special guests, some incredible music and 

a one-of-a-kind experience you can only enjoy with 

the Fabulous Armadillos! 

April 5 | inherit the Wind 


Laraway Classic Film Series presents this classic 

movie on the big screen—25 ft. high and 40 ft. wide 

to be exact. 7 p.m. $5 all tickets. 

April 13 | Sarah vowell 

Escher Auditorium 

College of St. Benedict, St. Joseph 

320-363-5777 

Sarah Vowell is the New York Times’ bestselling 

author of six nonfiction books on the occasionally 

musty topic of American history. 

April 13 | Mn dance ensemble 



7:30 p.m. This production increases your awareness 

of dance in everyday life. Presenting Amalgamation! 

April 14 

First Steps Baby expo 


www.firststepsbabyexpo.com 

Providing new or expecting parents everything from 

support to visiting vendor booths. 

April 17 | Connie Smith 


320-259-5463 


1:30 and 7 p.m. Connie has been a member of 

the Grand Ole Opry since 1971. She still possesses 

one of the most powerful and agile voices in 

country music. 

April 20 | leon redbone 


320-259-5463 

7:30 p.m. $20 all tickets. Leon’s baritone voice 

makes him one of the most distinct and recognizable 

characters in popular music. 

April 20-21 | earthday 1/2 Marathon 

www.runearchday.com 

A home-grown event in its 13th year in St. Cloud. 

There have been over 4000 participants in previous 

years and is expected to grow. 

April 20-22, 25-29 | Arsenic & old lace 


320-203-0331 


American Classic comedy that tells the story of 2 

elderly women who have convinced themselves 

that it is moral to kill the less fortunate. 7:30 p.m. 

April 20-22 








April 21 | St. Cloud Singing Saints 


320-259-5463 


7:30 p.m. $15 all tickets. This chapter has been 

delighting audiences in the St. Cloud area for 

decades. This quartet is award winning and offering 

some of their best yet. 

April 28 

Abraham in Motion—the radio Show 

Escher Auditorium 

College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph 

7:30 p.m. 

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FArMerS’ MArkeT 

April 28-May 13 

West Side Story (weekends) 



The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets 

in this landmark broadway musical. GREAT Theatre 

company puts this event on. Call or view website 

for showtimes and ticket information. 

April 30 | Storyhill 



A folk duo that brings infectious melodies, smart 

story songs and heartbreaking harmonies together 

in one perfect package. 

May 

May 2-6, 9-13 | Arsenic & old lace 



American Classic comedy that tells the story of 2 

elderly women who have convinced themselves 

that it is moral to kill the less fortunate. 7:30 p.m. 

May 5 | escher String Quartet 

Atonement lutheran Church, St. Cloud 

320-253-3683 

7:30 p.m. This American String Quartet with awesome 

technique. 

May 10 | Peter Yarrow 

Pioneer Place on 5th • 320-203-0331 


7:30 p.m. Well-known for his social activism as for 

his half century of music-making. 

May 15-17 | endless Summer: 

Story of the Beach Boys 



7:30 p.m. Featured songs like Surfin’ USA, Catch 

A Wave, Surfer Girl, Little Deuce Coupe, Fun, Fun, 

Fun, I Get Around, Help Me Rhonda, California 

Girls, Sloop John B, God Only Knows, I Can Hear 

Music, Good Vibrations ... and many more! 

May 18 | Guitar, Guitar, Guitar 



7:30 p.m. Three of Minnesota’s premier guitar players 

are teaming up for one incredible evening as we 

present Guitar, Guitar, Guitar for one night only. 

June 

June 15 | downtown Art Crawl 



downtown.

June 21-24 

Granite City days 

www.granitecitydays.com 

Annual festival that includes the Lemonade Art 

Fair! Also, the Liberty Block Party and Parade are 

featured. Many fun events for attendees of all ages. 

See the website for all events included in Granite 

City Days. 

June 21-23 

rapids river days 

320-252-8444 

Celebrate the spirit of Sauk Rapids during this 

three-day event of royal excitement and family fun! 

Includes parade, family entertainment, crafters, live 

bands and more. 

June 24 

Graniteman triathlon 

lake George, Downtown St. Cloud 

www.granitemantri.com 

Features a unique “in-town” 1/3 mile swim, a bike 

ride and 5K run. The Graniteman St. Cloud is the 

first race in the Graniteman Endurance Series. 

Spectator friendly. 

June 24-July 1 

Can-Am Police-Fire Games 

www.stcloudCANAM.com 

Events held all around the St. Cloud area. Promotes 

physical fitness and camaraderie amongst and 

between law enforcement and fire service personnel 

and agencies. 

July 

July 4 

65th Annual 4th of July Fireworks 

Hester Park and Wilson Park, St. Cloud 

320-650-3175 

Picnic along the Mississippi River with food vendors 

located in both parks. Patriotic evening concert 

at Hester Park by Municipal Band, followed by 

largest fireworks display in Central MN at 10 p.m. 

Reserved seating available for Military members/ 

Veterans and their families. 

July 4 

tour of Saints 

www.tourofsaints.com 

A Heavenly Little Ride. Each summer 200 cyclists 

from cities all around MN gather in St. Joseph to 

pedal quiet byways! 

July 14 

9th Annual Graniteman 

Clearwater triathlon 


Attracting participants from both the U.S. and 

Canada, and has grown from a single race to a 

variety of endurance race events. Our Clearwater 

race takes place at beautiful Warner Lake located 

just minutes from I-94 in Clearwater. Second race in 

Graniteman Endurance Series. 

July 19 

Art Fair in the Gardens 

Munsinger & Clemens Gardens, St. Cloud 

10 a.m.-8 p.m. Over 40 artist vendors will be in attendance 

with food, beverages and musicians for all 

who attend! This event has become an annual tradition 

at the Munsinger and Clemens Gardens. Beautiful 

scenery hosts a beautiful event. Free attendance. 

July 26-28 

Halfway Jam 

www.halfwayjam.com 

Central MN premier rock and roll music festival! 

Three days of camping and sun baking, rock and 

roll from the 60s to the 90s performed on two 

stages. Visit website for band lineup information 

and camping. 

July 30-August 5 

Benton County Fair 


320-251-4170 

Schedule of events available early summer. 

August 

August 4 

Big lake Graniteman triathlon 

lakeside Park, Big lake 


The final of a Three Race Series of other Graniteman 

events which include Graniteman Triathlon St. 

Cloud and the Graniteman Triathlon Clearwater. 

Whether you participate in the Graniteman Endurance 

Series, or just Graniteman Triathlon Big Lake, 

we have a race for you! 

August 9-12 

Mn Bluegrass & old-time Music Festival 

El Rancho Manana Campground and Riding 

Stable near Richmond 

www.minnesotabluegrass.org 

This four-day festival includes outdoor music, stage 

shows, dances, workshops, showcases and children’s 

shows. Demonstrations included along with 

crafts and of course good food. 

August 17-18 | downtown Art Crawl 



downtown. 

August 18 

Mudman 5K extreme obstacle Course 

Powder Ridge Ski Resort, Kimball 

www.mudmanrace.com 

Unleash your inner beast and meet us at Powder 

Ridge Ski Resort for a day you won’t forget. Only 

after you’ve conquered fire, beaten a Gladiator, 

survived the hills, climbed Tire Mountain, and endured 

the mud will you know that you have what it 

takes to be called a MUDMAN! Go at it solo, with a 

buddy, or with your toughest offspring at your side. 

Having fun will be easy, but staying clean will be 

IMPOSSIBLE! Ages 13 and up. 

August 19 

St. Cloud Antique Auto Club Car Show 

and Swap Meet 


www.pantowners.org 

7 a.m.-3p.m. rain or shine! 

september 

September 7-8 

2nd Annual Graniteman Half Marathon 

5K, 10K, & Kids run 


Runs are scheduled for 8 a.m. on Saturday, 

September 8th. Join the fun on Friday at the Kids 

Fitness Expo at Northcrest Kids Activity Center. This 

event attracts participants from many parts of the 

U.S. and Canada. 

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September 8 

St. Mary’s Cathedral 

outdoor Block Party 

St. Mary’s Cathedral, Downtown St. Cloud 

320-251-1840 

This annual event includes live musical groups, 

games for kids, food court and raffle. 

September 8-9 

little Falls Arts & Crafts Fair 

little Falls • 320-632-5155 

www.littlefallsmnchamber.com 

Over 600 exhibitors and crafters. Includes food 

vendors, artists, crafters and more. 

September 30 

Millstream Arts Festival 

Main Street, St. Joseph 

www.millstreamartsfestival.org 

There is a wide variety of visual arts, music, dance, 

enticing foods and hands-on art activities for 

children. 

october 

October 19-21 








November 

November 16 

downtown Art Crawl 

Downtown St. Cloud 

www.artcrawlstcloud.com 


downtown. 

November 16-17 

Zonta Christmas House 

www.zontastcloudmn.org 

A St. Cloud area home. Location has not been 

selected as of the current date. When a house is 

chosen, local businesses and designers will decorate 

the home for the holidays. Open to the public. 

November 16-17 

Storybook Christmas Boutique 

Barden Park Neighborhood, St. Cloud 

Contact Rich at 320-259-8955 

Tour a home in its holiday finery. Enjoy Christmas 

shopping featuring fine handicrafts and gourmet 

food and gifts. 

December 

December 8 

Winter nights and lights Parade 

Begins at 5 p.m. Starts at St. Cloud Library and 

travels to the River’s Edge Convention Center on W. 

St. Germain Street. Free to the public! Bring yourself 

some hot chocolate! 

December 6 

St. Cloud Annual Festival of lights 

St. Cloud Hospital, St. Cloud 

6-8 p.m. with the lighting ceremony starting at 7 

p.m. Holiday carols, reindeer and horse-drawn 

trolley rides. 

AReA eveNtS 

1-800-264-2940

ARtS & eNteRtAINMeNt 


Punch your ticket for Arts 

and Entertainment in Central 

Minnesota! 

Downtown Art Crawls and a 

number of art openings throughout 

the year are a prime time for checking 

out residents’ fun-loving, creative 

streaks. If theater is your passion, 

Pioneer Place brings top-notch 

plays and entertainment to the area 

in an intimate, turn-of-the-century 

space. OR.... take in a delightful 

production during GREAT Theatre’s 

highly-esteemed Children’s Theatre 

and Broadway Musical seasons. It just 

doesn’t get any better than the historic, 

beautifully-restored Paramount 

Theatre, home to concerts and shows 

by both local and regional touring 

groups, as well as exciting art displays 

and gatherings. 

Music is tops here, with the renowned 

St. Cloud Symphony Orchestra 

offering four exceptional concerts 

each year, and fine performances by 

the St. John’s Boys Choir, Chamber 

Music Society, the Fine Arts Series 

at CSB/SJU and a variety of offerings 

at St. Cloud State University add to 

the local mix. 

Our nightlife rocks, and you’ll find 

an active music scene in our bars 

and restaurants and other venues 

throughout the area. Savor convivial 

spirits and rock-bottom deals every 

night of the week. Looking for a good 

movie? The Parkwood 18 is cinema 

at its best, with 18 theaters under one 

roof. 

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BenediCTA 

ArTS 

Pioneer PlACe on 5TH

The Arts 

Cathedral High School XXiii 

Middle School Holy Angels Performing 

Arts Center 

312 Seventh Ave. N., St. Cloud 

Call for schedule at 320-251-3421 • 8-i 

Chamber Music Society of St. Cloud 

320-253-3683 • www.chambermusicstcloud.org 

Six concerts are presented yearly by nationally 

prominent chamber groups. Concerts are offered in 

intimate venues. Meet the artists at informal receptions 

afterwards. 

downtown St. Cloud Art Crawl 

www.artcrawlstcloud.com 

Stroll downtown, meet your friends, enrich your 

life, and buy some great art! Contact the St. Cloud 

Convention and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-264-2940 

or www.granitecountry.com for 2012 dates. 

Fine Arts Series at the College of 

Saint Benedict/Saint John’s university 

For information call 320-363-5777 

www.csbsju.edu/finearts • Map pg. 88 

Central Minnesota’s premier performing arts 

presenter. 

GreAt theatre 

919 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud 

320-258-2787 

www.GreatTheatre.org 

Ad pg. 27 • 8-j 

Each year GREAT Theatre builds community 

through exceptional theatrical programming 

featuring a Broadway Musical Season and 

Children’s Theatre Season. Affordable, familyfriendly 

ticket prices too! 

Paramount theatre and visual 

Arts Center 

Downtown at 913 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud 

For tickets, information or rentals, 

call 320-259-5463 


Ad pg. 29 • 8-j 

This 700-seat theater and fully-equipped Visual 

Arts Center is Central Minnesota’s Home for Arts 

and Entertainment. Hosting community theater and 

local, regional, and national performers. 

Performing Arts Center 

320-308-3223 (Music Concerts) 

320-308-3229 (Theater/Dance Performances) 

music@stcloudstate.edu/ 

theatrefilmdance@stcloudstate.edu 

www.stcloudstate.edu/music • 9-j 

St. Cloud State University. Year-round entertaining 

and exciting student and faculty performances in 

music, theater, dance, and poetry. Special guest 

performances also held in Ritsche Auditorium. 

Pioneer Place on Fifth 

22 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 

Box office (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) 

320-203-0331 or 1-800-851-3935 

After hours voice mail tickets: 320-203-1233 

www.ppfive.com • Ad pgs. 27 & 58 • 9-j 

St. Cloud’s premier, theatre and concert venue 

running 52 weeks a year. Located in beautiful 

downtown St. Cloud and also home to the Veranda 

Lounge. 

St. Cloud Arts Commission 

320-650-3052 

www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/arts/ • 8-j 

St. Cloud State university Music 

department 

320-308-3223 

www.stcloudstate.edu/music • 9-j 

A variety of performing groups present concerts 

throughout the academic year: band, choir, 

orchestra, jazz band, percussion ensembles, opera, 

theater and more! Call for schedule. 

St. Cloud Symphony orchestra 

P.o. Box 234, St. Cloud, MN 56302 

320-252-SCSo 

www.stcloudsymphony.com 

snadeau@stcloudsymphony.com 

Ad pg. 27 • 8-j 

St. Cloud’s quality of life is enhanced by the 

presence of the symphony orchestra. For a 

complete schedule call the SCSO office. 

St. John’s Boys’ Choir 

located in Central Minnesota 

320-363-2558 

www.sjbchoir.org 

The St. John’s Boys’ Choir offers music education 

with an emphasis in vocal music, for boys ages 

8-14. The Choir performs nearly fifty concerts a 

season. 

the Paramount visual Arts Center 

913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud, MN 

Call 320-257-3116 for information 

Ad pg. 29 • 8-j 

The only comprehensive, full-service public visual 

arts center in Central Minnesota. The VAC offers 

year-round classes and hosts exhibitions of the 

region’s artists. 

united Arts of Central Minnesota 


320-257-3116 

www.unitedartscm.com 

Ad pg. 58 • 8-j 

United Arts, a nonprofit organization, has been 

fundraising for the development, support and 

promotion of leading arts organizations since 1985. 

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MuSiC in THe PArk 

GreAT THeATre 

visual Arts Minnesota 

913 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-257-3108 • www.visualartsminnesota.org 

vam@visualartsminnesota.org • 8-j 

The mission of Visual Arts Minnesota is: “Creating 

opportunities for visual artists to exhibit and sell 

their work; providing resources for visual artists, 

students, and educators. 


1-800-264-2940

www.granitecountry.com ARtS & eNteRtAINMeNt 

ST. Cloud SyMPHony orCHeSTrA 

Abbey Road & Sister Act 

St. John’s Benedictine Abbey. St. John’s University, 

Collegeville. 320-363-2573. View the largest stained 

glass window in the world! Designed by renowned 

architect marcel Breuer, the Abbey is a contemporary, 

poured-concrete structure. A 112–ft-high, 100-ft.wide 

bell tower greets guests as they enter the 

church. 

Hill Museum and Manuscript Library. St. John’s 

University, Collegeville. 320-363-3514. Home to the 

contemporary hand-written and illuminated St. John’s 

Bible. The largest collection of microfilmed medieval 

manuscripts in the world! Educational video and 

various manuscripts on display. The library gift shop 

offers the opportunity to purchase cards, books, tapes 

and St. John’s pottery, too! www.hmml.org 

Stella Maris Chapel on Lake Sagatagun. 

St. John’s University, Collegeville. Hike the wooded, 

rustic trail out to the enchanting stone chapel, which 

can be seen across the lake from the Abbey. 

Art and Heritage Place. St. Benedict’s monastery, 

St. Joseph. 320-363-7100. Includes The Whitby gift 

Shop and gallery and the Haehn museum. Features 

the history and extensive talents of the Sisters of the 

Order of Saint Benedict, which date back to the 1850s. 

Home to nearly 4,000 artifacts that are selectively 

featured throughout the year. www.sbm.osb.org 

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Movie Theaters 

Parkwood 18 

1533 Division St., Waite Park 

320-253-4328 

marcustheatres.com • 2-j 

Movie entertainment at its best! For up-to-date 

showtimes, please visit our website. 

Nightlife 

Check out our area night life, offering great local 

and regional live entertainment. Blues, swing, rock 

or country–we have music at its best! 

Biology 701 restaurant & lounge 


320-443-6027 

Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

GLBT-friendly lounge and restaurant, serving 

specialty drinks and signature martinis daily. DJ and 

dance every Friday and Saturday. 

d.B. Searle’s 


320-253-0655 

www.dbsearles.com 

Ad pg. 58 • 9-j 

Live music Tues.-Sat. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. 

Located near River’s Edge Convention Center. 

Jule’s Bistro 


(Next to Paramount Theatre) 

320-252-7125 • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

Special events and catering. 

St. Benedict’s Monastery. St. Joseph. 

320-363-7100. The monastery is marked by the Italian 

baroque chapel dome. Stop at the gathering Place 

and tour the Sacred Heart Chapel, then stroll through 

the charming College of St. Benedict campus. 

Benedicta Arts Center. College of St. Benedict, St. 

Joseph. 320-363-5777. main gallery, gallery Lounge. 

national, regional and local art exhibits. Call for day and 

evening hours, Performing Arts tickets and schedule. 

www.csbsju.edu/finearts/ 

St. Benedict’s 

Monastery 

From St. Cloud: 

Take Hwy. 75 west to 

4-way stoplight in 

St. Joseph. Left at 

light, three blocks 

to College of 

Saint Benedict 

Map pg. 88 

St. John’s 

Benedictine 

Abbey 

From St. Cloud: 

Take I-94 West, 

exit 156, left one 

mile to St. John’s 

University 

Map pg. 88

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legends Bar & Grill 

located in the Holiday Inn & Suites 

W. Division at 37th Ave., St. Cloud 

320-253-9000 

Ad pg. 30 • 5-k 

Listen to “THE BLUES REVUE” on Wednesdays, 

Thursday night Karaoke and a variety of LOCAL 

BANDS on Friday and Saturday nights. No cover 

charge! 

le St. Germain Suite Hotel 

Downtown St. Cloud • 320-654-1661 

Ad pg. 35, 45 & 58 • 9-j 

Join us for Cool Jazz, Great Blues & more... Call for 

days and times. 

the red Carpet 


320-251-4047 

www.redcarpetnightclub.com 

Ad pg. 58 • 9-j 

The area’s most complete night club. Featuring 

three floors of fun, games and nightly live 

entertainment. Dancing. Free hors d’oeuvres during 

happy hour Mon.-Fri. 

veranda lounge & Wine Bar 

22 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud (Pioneer Place) 


Ad pgs. 27 & 58 • 9-j 

St. Cloud’s trendiest wine bar. Visit us before 

or after a terrific Pioneer Place production. Live 

entertainment several nights a week. Private party 

rooms available. 

White Horse 

809 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud 

320-257-7775 

www.whitehorsemn.com 

Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

Daily happy hour featuring great chicken wings! 

Traditional Tea & Tour 

Heritage House B&B 


320-656-5818 

www.heritagehousebbmn.com • 9-k 

Three course tea and historic house tour, Sundays- 

Thursdays. $20 per person, seating up to 20. Call 

for more information.

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ACCoMMoDAtIoNS 


You’ll have no trouble finding 

accommodations to suit every 

need and every budget here! From 

National chains to B & Bs, you’re 

sure to find a favorite. 

The Holiday Inn and Suites, a 

quality, award-winning hotel, has 

been host to countless families 

over the years, with its three indoor 

pools, fitness center and game 

room. Downtown, elegant and chic, 

Le St-Germain Suite Hotel is 

connected to the new Rivers Edge 

Convention Center, and the Kelly 

Inn, located on the beautiful 

Mississippi River, is attached to the 

Convention Center, as well. 

St. Cloud’s West End boasts numerous 

national chain hotels, so be sure 

to check our listings to find your 

favorite. Most offer complimentary 

breakfasts, swimming pools and/or 

jacuzzis, a fitness area and business 

center, and all are near great shopping 

and restaurants. 

If you favor a more intimate 

accommodation, one of our B & 

Bs is the logical choice. Riverside 

Guest Haus, overlooking the 

Mississippi River is just a block 

from the spectacular Munsinger/ 

Clemens Gardens. Love Victorian? 

Then the charming Victorian Oaks 

B & B, across the street from the 

newly-renovated Lake George site and 

walking trail is the place for you! Best 

known for its scrumptious breakfasts 

and weekend teas, the historic 

Heritage House B & B is a perfect 

get-away. If you prefer a small-town 

setting, the lovely Pillar Inn in Cold 

Spring is brimming with antiques and 

charm. 

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riverSide reSorT 

FAirField inn & SuiTeS 

Know, too, we have simply terrific 

camping and resorts! DO check out 

our listings in this section for more 

details!

Americinn 

4385 Clearwater Rd., St. Cloud 

(located off I-94 and Cty. Rd. 75, 

next to McDonalds) • 320-253-6337 

Ad pg. 37 • 9-q 

Welcome to a warm smile, great service, newly 

updated rooms, an inviting pool, free home-style 

hot breakfast, quiet nights and easy long weekends! 

Americinn lodge & Suites 

119 leSauk Dr., Sartell, MN 56377 

320-259-0877 

www.americinn.com/hotels/mn/sartell 

Ad pg. 3 • 6-f 

A quiet setting with easy access to the area’s 

medical facilities, athletic venues and shopping 

centers. Indoor pool, free continental breakfast, high 

speed internet. 

Best Western Americanna inn and 

Conference Center 

520 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud 

320-252-8700 • 1-800-950-8701 

Nationwide Reservations: 1-800-528-1234 

Ad pg. 33 • 10-j 

Full-service hotel and restaurant complex. Deluxe 

family-suites, whirlpool suites, indoor pool, sauna, 

whirlpool, FREE high-speed internet. Convenient to 

shopping, River’s Edge Convention Center, colleges 

and downtown. 

Best Western Plus Kelly inn 


(Adjacent to the St. Cloud Convention Center) 

320-253-0606 • Fax 320-202-0505 

www.bestwesternstcloud.com 

Ad pg. 32 • 9-j 

229 recently remodeled rooms, downtown on the 

Mississippi. Complimentary high-speed wireless 

internet and HBO. Pool, whirlpool, sauna, exercise 

facility. Refrigerators, microwaves, flatscreens. 

Green Mill Restaurant attached. 

Country inn & Suites by Carlson 

St. Cloud east 

120 7th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud • Hwy. 10 & Hwy. 23 

(just minutes from Downtown St. Cloud and 

St. Cloud State university) 

320-252-8282 • 1-800-456-4000 

www.countryinns.com/stcloudmn_east 

Ad pg. 35 • 10-i 

Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, indoor pool, 

whirlpool, fitness center. Guestrooms feature 

complimentary wired and wireless high-speed 

internet, refrigerators and microwaves. Meeting 

space is available. 

Country inn & Suites by Carlson 

235 Park Ave. S., St. Cloud. (I-94, exit Hwy. 15, left 

on 2nd St. S., then left on Park Ave.) 

320-259-8999 • 1-800-456-4000 • Ad pg. 36 • 5-k 

With its charming décor and comfortable amenities, 

the Country Inn and Suites provides a warm and 

welcoming atmosphere. Relax and enjoy our 24hour 

indoor pool, whirlpool and fitness room. 

Fairfield inn & Suites by Marriott... 

Staying is BelievingSM 4120 2nd St. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-654-1881 • www.marriott.com/stcfi 

Ad pg. 32 • 4-k 

A newly remodeled smoke free hotel conveniently 

located near shopping, restaurants, medical centers 

and universities. Clean rooms, friendly staff, numerous 

amenities equals legendary Marriott Service! 

Grandstay residential Suites 

213 6th Ave. S., Downtown St. Cloud 56301 

320-251-5400 Reservations 1-877-388-STAy 

www.grandstay.net • Ad pg. 36 • 8-j 

All suites hotel located in Downtown St. Cloud. 

Complimentary continental breakfast. Amenities 

include: pool/whirlpool, exercise facility, laundry, 

outdoor sport court and grill area. 

Hampton inn & Suites 

145 37th Ave. N., St. Cloud • 320-252-4448 

www.hamptoninn.com • Ad pg. 33 • 4-j 

The new Hampton Inn & Suites of St. Cloud is part 

of the nation’s leading chain of quality, value-priced 

hotels. When you stay with us you will find clean, 

fresh, comfortable rooms! 

Holiday inn & Suites 

W. Division St. at 37th Ave., St. Cloud 

(Across from Crossroads Shopping Center) 

Reservations 320-253-9000 or 1-800-HolIDAy 

www.holidayinn.com/stcloudmn 

Ad pg. 34 • 5-k 

Indoor recreation area, 5 POOLS, children’s 

activities, FREE high speed internet, refrigerator in 

every guestroom. Full service restaurant/bar & grill. 

KIDS EAT FREE PROGRAM. 

Holiday inn express & Suites 

4322 Clearwater Rd., Exit 171 on I-94, St. Cloud 

320-240-8000 or 1-800-HolIDAy 

www.hiexpress.com/st-cloudmn 

Ad pg. 35 • 9-q 

HOT deluxe breakfast bar every morning, 

complimentary high speed internet access, 

business center, refrigerators in every guestroom. 

Indoor pools and fitness center. 

Homewood Suites by Hilton 


www.homewoodsuites.com 

Ad pg. 33 • 4-j 

The new Homewood Suites by Hilton is the place 

to stay for business or leisure travel. It’s like being 

home but better! 

le St-Germain Suite Hotel 


320-654-1661 

www.lestgermainsuitehotel.com 

Ad pgs. 35 & 58 • 9-j 

An upscale, full service hotel in historic Downtown. 

Connected by skyway to River’s Edge Convention 

Center, with 103 rooms including 96 suites and 

top-notch amenities. 

Quality inn of St. Cloud 

4040 2nd St. S., St. Cloud (Jct. Hwy. 15 and Hwy. 23) 

1-800-228-5150 or 320-251-1500 

www.qualityinn.com/hotel-st_cloud-minnesota- 

MN404 • Ad pg. 34 • 5-k 

Old Chicago restaurant attached. Newly remodeled, 

indoor pool, whirlpool, complimentary breakfast, 

exercise room. Refrigerator & microwave in every 

room. Meeting rooms, free internet. 

riverside inn 

State Hwy. 23 and 118 3rd St. S. (Po Box 384), 

Cold Spring, MN 56320 • 320-685-4539 

www.riversideinnofcoldspring.com 

Ad pg. 36 • Map pg. 87 

Central MN’s MOST UNIQUE HOTEL with themed 

guest rooms, indoor pool facilities, complimentary 

continental breakfast & high speed internet, 

numerous retreat options and MUCH more! 

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Map & Page Reference 

Red map grid–St. Cloud Guide Map: 

Ad pg. 25 • 8-j 


Heart of Minnesota maps: Map pg. 94 

Super 8 Motel 

50 Park Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN 

(located at Jct. of Hwy. 23 and Hwy. 15, across 

from Crossroads Shopping Center) 

320-253-5530 • Coupon pg. 37 • 5-k 

Complimentary SuperStart ® breakfast, wireless 

Internet, cable TV, queen or king size beds, fridge/ 

microwave. Special rates for groups, seniors and 

extended stay. Children under 18 free. 

Bed & Breakfasts 

Heritage House Bed & Breakfast 


320-656-5818 or 888-547-4422 

www.heritagehousebbMN.com 

Grid pg. 37 • 9-k 

the Pillar inn Bed & Breakfast 

419 Main St., Cold Spring, MN 56320 

320-685-3828 • Ad page 93 

Grid pg. 37 • Map pg. 92 

A relaxing escape! Three elegant guest rooms, all with 

private bath, TV, free wireless internet-plus a delicious 

breakfast. Available for getaways and much more! 

riverside Guest Haus 

912 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud, MN 56304 

320-252-2134 • www.riversideguesthaus.com 

Grid pg. 37 • 10-j 

victorian oaks Bed and Breakfast 


(Close to lake George Downtown) 

320-202-1404 • 1-866-vIC-oAKS (842-6257) 

www.vicoaks.com • louis@vicoaks.com 

Coupon pg. 98; Grid pg. 37 • 8-j 

Gaslight era, antique-filled 1891 Victorian home. 

Candlelight breakfast. 

Wild rice inn 

1016 8th St. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-259-0178 • www.wildriceinn.com 

Grid pg. 37 • 8-k 

Open June-August. Original 1891 yellow brick 

farmhouse. Full breakfast; $55-$75/night-single, 

double, triple, weekly rates. 

Campgrounds 

AJ Acres 

1300 195th St. E., Clearwater (12 mi. from St. 

Cloud, 50 mi. from the Twin Cities on I-94 to Hwy. 

24 (exit 178) Follow signs 1 mi.) • 320-558-2847 

www.ajacrescampground.com 

ajacres@frontiernet.net 

Ad pg. 85; Grid pg. 37 • Map pg. 87 

Back to nature park, all modern facilities, 

large wooded sites, 30/50 amp service, store, 

swimming beach, bait, fishing pier, boats, laundry, 

playgrounds. 

Benton Beach 

130 105th St. N.W., Rice • 320-968-5292 

www.co.benton.mn.us/parks/benton-beach.php 

Map pg. 87 

Off Little Rock Lake. 44 campsites, shower and 

dump station. Operated mid-May to mid-Sept. 


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• Free Wireless Internet Access 

• Clean & Comfortable Rooms 

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• Onsite Fitness Room 

• 24-Hour Market 

• Guest Laundry Facilities 

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• Famous Marriott ® Hospitality 

320-253-0606 

4120 2nd St. South 


320.654.1881 

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www.bestwesternstcloud.com 

100 4th Avenue South • St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-259-6455 

100 4th Avenue South 

Downtown 

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el rancho Mañana Campground, riding Stable 

& recreational Area 

27302 Ranch Road, Richmond, MN 56368 (10 mi. NW of St. Cloud via I-94: 

Avon exit 153, 10 mi. S. on Cty. Rd. 9. Follow signs) 

Call for reservations 320-597-2740 • www.camperm.com 

Ad pg. 93; Grid pg. 37 • Map pg. 92 

120 spacious, grassy, shaded sites on Long Lake. Tents to RVs. Water, sewer, 

electric (30 & 50 amp), 2 modern bath houses, rec hall, store and more. 

St. Cloud/Clearwater rv Park 

2454 Cty. Rd. 143, Clearwater, MN 55320 • 320-558-2876 

www.time2camp.com • Ad pg. 87; Grid pg. 37 • Map pg. 87 

Family oriented, large pull-thru sites, country setting, pool, 30 & 50 amp sites, 1 

hour to Twin Cities. Hike, bike and swim at Warner Lake. 

lake Koronis regional Park & Campground 

51625 CSAH 20, Paynesville, MN 56362 • 320-276-8843 • Map pg. 92 

A clean, relaxing, private, and wooded campground located on Lake Koronis. 

lake Maria State Park 

11411 Clementa Ave. N.W., Monticello, MN 55362 (From St. Cloud take I-94 

east to Cty. Rd. 8 exit Hasty; Cty. Rd. 8 south to Cty. Rd. 39; east on 39 to 

Cty. Rd. 111) • 763-878-2325 • www.dnr.state.mn.us • Map pg. 87 

Campsites are secluded backpack sites located on small lakes and ponds. 

Choose from a number of recreational options including backpacking, camping, 

horse trails, picnicking, boat and canoe rentals and boat access, groomed 

cross-country trails. Call for rates and season dates. 

Sand dunes State Forest 

Five miles north of Big lake on Sherburne County Road 5 or five miles west 

of zimmerman on County Road 4 • 763-878-2325 • www.dnr.state.mn.us 

In this forest area, witness the final states of glaciation in Central Minnesota. 

Camping, swimming, hiking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing are all 

activities that can be enjoyed here. Ski passes are required. 

two rivers Campground & tubing 

located just 18 miles north of St. Cloud on Hwy. 10 

320-584-5125 • www.tworiverscampground.net 

Ad pg. 37; Grid pg. 37 • north of 7-a 

Two Rivers is a family campground offering two new pools and lots of family fun! Our 

clean and spacious Campground has something for everyone. 

Resorts 

Bug-Bee Hive resort, lodge & retreat Center 

29659 Queen Bee lane, Paynesville • 320-243-4448 

FamilyFun@BugbeeHiveResort.com • www.BugbeeHiveResort.com 

Ads pgs. 93 & 94 • Map pg. 92 

Contemporary vacation homes ideal for year-round fun, recreation and 

relaxation. New lodge, conference rooms and indoor swimming pool. Off-season 

and group discounts available. 

Pine valley vacation Home rental 

21026 Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368 • 320-597-2473 • Map pg. 92 

A new lakeshore 2 bedroom vacation home available for year-round rental. 

riverside resort 

21026 State Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368 (20 miles west of St. Cloud) 

320-597-2473 • www.riversideresort-rabbit.com • Ad pg. 36 • Map pg. 92 

A clean and affordable FAMILY and FISHING resort on the Horseshoe Chain 

of Lakes. Deluxe housekeeping cottages, RV park, camping, sandy beach, 

playground, and MUCH more! 

Serenity Shores vacation Home rental 

21026 Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368 • 320-597-2473 

www.serenityshoresmn.com • Ad pg. 37 • Map pg. 92 

An ultra deluxe year-round lakeshore vacation rental on Cedar Island Lake. Three 

bedrooms, two baths, and one million-dollar view! Smoke-free, pet free. 

Stone Gate lodge 

14835 old lake Rd., Paynesville • 320-243-4039 

www.StoneGatelodgeResort.com • FamilyFun@StoneGatelodgeResort.com 

Ad pg. 94 • Map pg. 92 

On Lake Koronis’ beautiful North Shore.

145 37th Avenue N. • St. Cloud, MN 56303 

Call 320-252-4448 

320.252.7100 • www.heinrichsgasthaus.com 

Michael’s German-Austrian Restaurant, featuring German, vegetarian, 

seafood and hand-cut steaks consistently prepared to perfection. 

Restaurant banquet and conference center accommodates up to 300 

guests. Stop in for lunch, dinner or have a drink in our lounge. 

St. Cloud’s Newest Hotels! 

• Complimentary wired/ 

wireless internet 

• Complimentary parking 

• Full hot breakfast 

• Indoor pool and 

whirlpool 

• Fitness Center 

• Located off highway 15 

and Division Street, just 

minutes from downtown 

St. Cloud 

• Earn points and miles 

with HHonors 

hamptoninn.com 

510 South Highway 10 • St. Cloud, Minnesota 

Located south of the junction of Highways 10 and 23 

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115 37th Avenue N. • St. Cloud, MN 56303 

Call 320-252-5900 

• Fully furnished kitchens 

• Indoor pool, whirlpool 

and fitness center 

• Full hot breakfast daily 

• Complimentary 

Evening dinner* Available 

Monday-Thursday 

*Subject to state and local laws. 

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©2012 Hilton Worldwide. 

320.252.8700 • 800.950.8701 

Americanna Inn is a full service hotel offering spacious 

rooms and suites, complimentary continental breakfast, 

FREE high-speed internet, indoor pool, exercise room, whirlpool 

and sauna. Microwave/refrigerator available in rooms. All provide 

a wonderful backdrop for a relaxing comfortable stay. 

The 1952 Club’s lively spirit will surely be a joy. Featuring complimentary hors d’ oeuvres and special drink prices during happy hour from 4-7 p.m. weekdays. 


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• Refrigerators and 

microwaves in All 

Rooms 

• Expanded 

Complimentary 

Breakfast 

• Fitness Center 

Newly 

Remodeled! 

75 South 37th Avenue, St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301 

Complimentary Fiber Optic High-Speed Wireless Internet 

Legends Bar & Grill Featuring Live Entertainment 

Legends Café • Complimentary Local Shuttle 

5 Pools • Regions Largest Indoor Recreation facility • Fitness Center 

Conference and Meeting Facilities • 257 Guest Rooms 

One Location... 

Two Great Places! 

4040 2nd Street South • St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301 

320-251-1500 • 1-800-228-5150 

www.qualityinn.com/hotel-st_cloud-minnesota-mn404 

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320-259-1103 

www.oldchicago.com\stcloud

Complimentary High-Speed 

Wireless Internet 

Business Center 

Complimentary Deluxe Breakfast 

Fitness Center 

Indoor Pools 

113 Guest Rooms 

The Le St-Germain Suite 

Hotel is an upscale, full service hotel located in historic 

downtown St. Cloud. We are connected by skyway to the 

River’s Edge Convention Center. 103-room hotel includes 

96 suites and amenities you won’t find anywhere else in 

Central Minnesota. 

Le St-Germain Suite Hotel | 404 West St. Germain, St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320.654.1661 | www.lestgermainsuitehotel.com 

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All of our suites feature: 

• Flat screen televisions 

• Complimentary internet 

• iPod docks 

• In-room wet bars 

• Coffee/tea maker 

• Upgraded amenities 

• Microwave 

Whirlpool suites are available. Plus we offer 

a full size indoor pool and fitness center. 


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• Each room is individually 

themed from “Up North” 

to “Back-to-the-50s!” 

• Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Sauna 

• Deluxe Honeymoon 

Whirlpool Suite 

• Complimentary Continental 

Breakfast 

• High Speed Internet 

Access Available 

Plus.. 

we offer Quilting 

& Scrapbooking 

Retreats! 

320-685-4539 

Up-North Room 

Swimming Pool 

Hwy. 23 and 118 3rd St. S. 

Cold Spring, MN 56320 

(Conveniently located 

13 mi. W. of St. Cloud) 

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• 19 deluxe A/C housekeeping cottages 

• Sandy beach with waterslide 

• Playground, volleyball and more 

• Excellent fishing on the 

Horseshoe Chain of Lakes A Family 

• Summer outdoor Resort On A 

church services Fisherman’s 

• Riverside Rabbit Kid’s Club Lake! 

• 20 miles west of St. Cloud 

Specializing in family 

memories since 1927. 

320-597-2473 

21026 Hwy. 22, Richmond, MN 56368

Serenity Shores 

Reservations 320-597-2473 

Vacation Home Rental Richmond, Minnesota 

www.serenityshoresmn.com 

A tranquil lakeshore 

retreat located on the 

Horseshoe Chain 

of Lakes 

Ultra Deluxe Up North decor • 3 Bedrooms/2 Baths 

Walkout to Cedar Island Lake • Smoke Free/No pets • Open Year Round 

Bed & Breakfasts 

221 Sites • Tubing 

Wi-Fi • Mini-Golf 

Beach • Arcade 

Fishing 

Brand new 2,000 sq. ft. heated 

pool & kiddie pool! 

www.tworiverscampground.net 

15 minutes north of St. Cloud • 320-584-5125 

Bed & BReAKfAStS/CAmpgROundS 

type of Bath: P-Private, S-Shared 

Children 

Heritage House Bed & Breakfast | 402 6th Ave., S., St. Cloud ask yes 4 no 100.00- P 

320-656-5818 • 1-877-547-4422 • www.heritagehousebbmn.com 145.00 

tHe Pillar inn Bed & Breakfast | 419 Main St., Cold Spring yes yes 3 no 79.00- P 

320-685-3828 • www.thepillarinn.com 169.00 

riverside guest Haus | 912 Riverside Dr. S.e., St. Cloud ask yes 2 no 139.00- P 

320-252-2134 • www.riversideguesthaus.com 150.00 

victorian oaks B&B | 404 9th Ave. S., St. Cloud ask yes 3 ask 89.50- S 

320-202-1404 • 1-866-VIC-OAKS • www.vicoaks.com 140.00 

Wild rice inn | 1016 8th St. S., St. Cloud ask no 2 no 55.00- P 

320-259-0178 • www.wildriceinn.com 75.00 

Campgrounds 

aJ acres | 1300 195th St. e., Clearwater 200 May 1- 

320-558-2847 oct. 1 

el rancHo Mañana caMPground & riding staBle 120 May1- 

27302 Ranch Rd., Richmond • 320-597-2740 • www.camperm.com Sept. 30 

st. cloud/clearWater rv Park | 2454 Co. Rd. 143, Clearwater 100 May 1- 

320-558-2876 • 1-888-448-2876 • www.time2camp.com Oct. 9 

tWo rivers caMPground & tuBing | 5116 14th St. N.W., Royalton 221 May 1- 

320-584-5125 • www.tworiverscampground.net Oct. 10 

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Rooms 

Pets 

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Number of Sites 

Season 

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stay relax and revitalize 

AMeriCAnnA inn BeSt WeStern | pg. 26 & 31 64 66.95- under • • small • • • • • • • FHI • 

320-252-8700 • 1-800-950-8701 • www.bestwestern.com/americannainn 127.95 18 fee 

AMeriCinn-St. Cloud | pg. 26 & 35 45 79.00- 17 and 35 • • small • • • • • FHI 

320-253-6337 • 1-800-634-3444 • www.americinn.com 139.00 under fee hot 

AMeriCinn lodGe & SuiteS-SArtell | pg. 3 & 26 54 84.00- 17 and 20 • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-259-0877 • 1-800-497-0971 • www.americinn.com/hotel/mn/sartell 199.90 under 

BeSt WeStern KellY inn | pg. 26 & 27 229 79.95- 17 and 750 • • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-253-0606 • 1-800-937-8376 260.00 under 

CountrY inn & SuiteS BY CArlSon-St. Cloud eASt | pg. 27 & 28 67 109.00- 18 and 40 • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-252-8282 • 1-800-456-4000 • www.countryinns.com/stcloudmn_east 209.00 under hot 

CountrY inn & SuiteS BY CArlSon | pg. 28 & 31 63 74.00- 18 and 20 • • small • • • • • • FHI 

320-259-8999 • 1-800-456-4000 • www.countryinns.com/stcloudmn_west 155.00 under fee hot 

dAYS inn 87 54.00- under • • small • • • • • FHI 

320-253-4444 • 1-800-329-7466 • www.thedaysinn.com/stcloud15213 109.00 18 fee 

FAirField inn & SuiteS BY MArriott | pg. 28 & 31 54 79.99- under • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-654-1881 • 1-800-228-2800 134.99 18 

GAteWAY Motel 35 34.00- • small • FHI 

320-252-4050 • 1-800-431-4050 42.00 fee 

GrAndStAY reSidentiAl SuiteS | pg. 27 & 28 53 77.00- under 15 • • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-251-5400 • 1-877-388-STAY • www.grandstay.net 159.90 18 

HAMPton inn & SuiteS | pg. 28 & 33 77 99.00- under 35 • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-252-4448 199.00 18 

HolidAY inn & SuiteS | pg. 28 & 29 257 89.00- kids eat 840 • • • • • • • • • FHI • 

320-253-9000 • 1-800-465-4329 • www.holiday-inn.com/stcloudmn 184.95 free 

HolidAY inn eXPreSS & SuiteS | pg. 27 & 28 113 84.95- kids 16 • • call • • • • • • FHI 

320-240-8000 • 1-800-465-4329 • www.hiexpress.com/st-cloudmn 184.95 free ahead 

HoMeWood SuiteS BY Hilton | pg. 28 & 33 87 119.00- under 50 • • • • • • • • FHI 

320-252-5900 • 1-800-CALLHOME • www.homewoodsuites.com 249.00 18 

le St-GerMAin Suite Hotel | pg. 30, 33 & 52 103 89.00- under 225 • • Fee • • • • • FHI • 

320-654-1661 • 1-800-333-3333 • www.lestgermainsuitehotel.com 179.00 18 75.00 

MOtel 6 94 35.99- under • • • • • 

320-253-7070 • 1-800-466-8356 • www.motel6.com 89.99 17 

niGHt’S inn 26 49.39- No • • • 

320-255-1274 and up 

QuAlitY inn oF St. Cloud | pg. 29 & 30 63 65.00- under 45 • • small • • • • • • • FHI 

320-251-1500 • 1-800-4CHOICE • www.qualityinn.com 149.00 18 fee 

riverSide inn, inC. | pg. 30 & 35 22 64.00- • • small • • • • FHI 

320-685-4539 • www.riversideinnofcoldspring.com 137.00 fee 

SuPer 8 MOtel | pg. 30 & 35 68 59.95- under • • • • • • FHI 

320-253-5530 • 1-800-800-8000 • www.super8.com 99.95 17 

SuPer 8 MOtel-St. JOSePh | pg. 30 & 35 26 50.00- under • • • • FHI 

320-363-7711 • 1-800-800-8000 • www.super8.com 80.00 17 

tHriFtY Motel 49 34.00- 5 and • • small • • FHI 

320-253-6320 • 1-800-898-6320 89.00 under fee 

trAvelodGe 28 60.00- 12 and 30 • small • • • FHI 

320-253-3338 • 1-800-578-7878 • www.travelodge.com 150.00 under fee 

Children Free 

with Parents 

Meeting Capacity 

Cable/Premium Channel 

Whirlpool 

Small Pets Allowed 

Free Parking 

Handicapped Access 

Restaurant/Lounge 

Indoor Pool 

Fitness Center 

Complimentary 

Continental Breakfast 

Business Center 

In-Room Data-Ports 

Shuttle Service

–Happy Hour 

–Take Out 

–Groups Welcome 

| 39 | 

Est. 1984 

www.lacasita.biz 

320-230-8633 

314 W. Division St. • Waite Park, MN 

See coupon 

page 98.

DINING 


When it comes to St. Cloud’s 

culinary landscape, almost anything 

is possible. You’ll have no trouble 

finding food to suit every taste here! 

Explore accessible Downtown for a 

variety of offerings, starting with the 

Mexican Village, a colorful setting 

for Mexican favorites. Next, there’s the 

beloved House of Pizza, an area dining 

institution, which is second to none for 

spectacular pizza. One of the newest 

kids on the block is the White Horse 

Tavern, unpretentious and bustling in 

an updated historic storefront, serving 

up all-American soups, sandwiches, 

burgers and wings, PLUS creative 

dishes like winter squash ravioli and 

specialty curry dishes. Jules is a warm, 

cozy bistro, with innovative soups and 

sandwiches, and chef specials daily 

– their Date Night is a favorite with 

locals! You’ll find traditional Thai at 

TGi FridAyS 

Sawatdee, so if you love Asian, this 

is your place! Newly opened, Biology 

701 is the only vegetarian/vegan 

restaurant in the area – GLBT-friendly, 

too! 

If you’re searching for Italian like 

Momma used to make, Ciatti’s offers 

mouth-watering cuisine, featuring 

exceptional pasta dishes.....and their 

Happy Hour pizzas are to die for! 

Anton’s, located on the Sauk River, 

is in an old log roadhouse, known for 

their gigantic popovers, and Fuji is the 

best in the area for Japanese grill, with 

the talented chef’s the main attraction. 

Star of India serves up authentic 

Indian dishes, with their luncheon 

buffet, a must-stop for those wanting 

to sample a variety of flavors, and Cafe 

Renaissance, dramatic and appealing, 

offers up delicious Mediterranean 

dishes and wood-fired pizzas. 

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WHiTe HorSe 

Kay’s in St. Joseph is known for 

its homemade pies and great home 

cooking. And if you crave a superb 

walleye dinner, Fisher’s in Avon (open 

May – October) is your spot. Top off 

your food journey at the 5th Avenue 

Grille in the Le St-Germain Suite 

Hotel, a chic, urban culinary delight, 

with a marvelous daily brunch and 

exceptional, sinfully-good lunches and 

dinners.

Anton’s 

2001 Frontage Rd. N. 

(West Division St.) Waite Park 

For reservations call 320-253-3611 

www.antonsrestaurant.com 

Ad pg. 45 • 1-j 

Riverside dining in an authentic log cabin. Featuring 

All Natural Steaks, Seafood, Pastas, Salads... 

Serving Lunch and Dinner. Mon.-Sat. 

11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 4-9 p.m. V, M, AE, Disc. 

the Ace Bar & Grill 

423 E. St. Germain, St. Cloud 

320-251-0232 

Ad pg. 47 • 9-i 

It’s About Quality! An East St. Cloud tradition since 

1933. Featuring our famous BBQ ribs and prime rib 

sandwich. Just over the bridge from the Convention 

Center. 

Biology 701 restaurant & lounge 


320-443-6027 

Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

St. Cloud’s only vegetarian/vegan restaurant! GLBTfriendly. 

A warm, welcoming place serving great 

food, including classic American. Rated a 4 Star 

Restaurant. 

Blackberry ridge Golf Club 

3125 Clubhouse Rd., Sartell, MN 56377 

320-257-4653 • www.blackberryridgegolf.com 

Golf Pg. 67 • north of 4-a 

April-October lunch and dinner. Worth the drive out for 

the scenery alone. Holiday Brunch on Easter, Mother’s 

Day and Father’s Day. 

Escape the Ordinary... 

Handcrafted 

Soups, Sandwiches 

and Entrees 

FAMouS dAve’S 

Bonanza Family restaurant 

3440 W. Division St., St. Cloud 

320-253-5872 • www.stcloudbonanza.com • 5-k 

30’ salad bar included with every meal. Reasonable 

prices. Kids and senior menu. Menu includes steaks, 

chicken, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Open 

daily from 11 a.m. 

Café renaissance 

2140 Frontage Rd. N., Waite Park • 320-253-9300 

www.thecaferenaissance.com • Ad pg. 47 • 1-j 

Pan-Mediterranean cuisine featuring dishes from 

south of Italy, France, Greece, Spain, Turkey, 

Morocco, the Eastern and middle-Eastern 

Mediterranean. Gluten free and Vegetarian menus 

available. 

Ethnic Specials 

Daily Happy Hour Featuring Great ChiCken WinGs 

320-257-7775 

809 W. St. Germain St., St Cloud 

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Authentic 

Japanese Hibachi 

Grill & Lounge 

Ciatti’s ristorante 

27th and Division, St. Cloud 

320-257-7900 • CiattisRistorante.com 

Ad inside front cover • 8-j 

A casual, comfortable atmosphere, tasty cuisine 

and affordable prices are Ciatti’s specialties. Fresh 

pastas, pizzas, soups and salads and Italian 

specialties are Ciatti’s standouts. 

Coyote Moon Grille-overlooking 

territory Golf Club 

480 55th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud • 320-258-4653 

www.coyotemoongrille.com • 11-a 

This “Lodge-Style” setting is a great place for 

relaxing meals. From Prime Rib, Steaks, BBQ Ribs, 

Fresh Seafood to Burgers and our homemade 

Soup & Salad Bar with fresh Popovers. 

• Wednesday is 

$4 Martini and 

Discount Sushi Night 

4:30-9:30 p.m. 

• Lunch Specials Monday-Saturday 

11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Take-out available. 

• Seniors/Military/Students receive 10% discount 

• Receive FREE ice cream for your birthday. 

Ask about Birthday Celebrations. 

148 2nd St. S. Waite Park • 320-252-3838 

$5 OFF 

fujisushihibachi.com 

Mon.-Thurs 11 a.m.-2:30 & 4:30-9:30, Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 

Any purchase 

of $30 or more. 

One coupon per visit. Not valid with any other offers. 

Not valid with happy hour specials. Not valid on holidays. 

Fuji Japanese Steakhouse of Waite Park 

Visit our 

website for 

menu. 

DINING 

1-800-264-2940

DINING 


d.B. Searle’s 

18th S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud 

320-253-0655 

www.dbsearles.com • Ad pg. 58 • 10-e 

Surrounded by the tradition and charm of 1886 

construction. Our 3rd floor menu is perfect for any 

special occasion with mouth-watering steaks and 

succulent seafood. 

dickey’s Barbecue Pit 


320-257-7675 • www.dickeys.com 

Ad pg. 43 • 6-k 

Ribs, Pulled Pork, Brisket, Chicken and more all 

smoked in-house daily. Plus 12 Home-Style sides: 

Okra, Barbecue Beans, Green Beans w/Bacon and 

more...Dine-in, Carry-out, Catering. 

d&l taco Gringo 

800 Nelson Dr., Suite 101, Clearwater 

320-558-4016 

www.dltacogringo.com 

Ad pg. 87 • east of 12-r 

Taco Gringo is Fast, Fresh and Fabulous. Our 

Simple and Delightful menu consists of Burritos, 

Chimichangas, Tacos, Taco Salads and much 

more! 

Famous dave’s 

310 3rd St. N., Waite Park 

(Behind Crossroads Shopping Center) 

320-217-5900 

www.famousdaves.com/waitepark 

Ad pg. 43 • 4-j 

Once you sink your teeth into our legendary ribs, 

you’ll see why we are the winner of over 400 

national and regional BBQ awards. 

MexiCAn villAGe 

| 42 |

3945 W. Division st. 

st. Cloud 

320-251-2400 

www.tgifridays.com 

1/2-priced appetizers 4 p.m. to close in the bar everyday! 

| 43 | 

www.oldchicago.com\stcloud 

Fun 

Times, 

Fun 

People! 

4040 2nd St. S. 


320-259-1103 

DINING 

1-800-264-2940

DINING 


TexAS roAdHouSe 

STAr oF indiA 

CoyoTe Moon Grille 

| 44 | 

5th Avenue Grille 

404 W. St. Germain, Downtown, St. Cloud 

(located in the le St-Germain Suite Hotel) 

320-258-2580 

Ad pg. 45 • 9-j 

Upscale dining at a casual price, including great 

steaks, perfect cocktails, creative dishes and 

an exceptional breakfast buffet. Complimentary 

parking. 

Fisher’s Club 

425 Stratford St. W., Avon 

320-356-7372 

www.fishersclub.com 

Ad pg. 89 • Map pg. 88 

We’re still famous for our walleye after 77 years. 

Seafood, steaks, and homemade desserts with a 

decent wine and beer list, bottle club set-ups. Open 

April-October. 

Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse 

148 2nd St. S., Waite Park • 320-252-3838 

Ad pg. 41 • 4-k 

Traditional Japanese cuisine, Hibachi or Teppanyaki 

style grilling and the best sushi in town. It’s 

deliciously entertaining! Lunch specials Mon.-Sat. 

11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 

Granite City Food & Brewery 

Hwy. 15 and 2nd St. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-203-9000 • www.gcfb.com 

Ad pg. 45 • 5-k 

From burgers to our signature entrée items, our 

food is a favorite. Our micro-brewed beers are 

made in the Old World craft tradition. 

Green Mill restaurant 

located in the Kelly Inn at 100 4th Ave. S., 

Downtown St. Cloud • 320-259-6455 

Ad pg. 32 • 9-j 

Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Delivery available. Outdoor 

dining in the summer. Double happy hours. 7,500 

sq. ft. of meeting space brought to you by Sterling 

Catering & Events. 

Grizzly’s Wood Fired Grill 

137 S. 2nd Ave., Waite Park, MN 56387 

(Across from Kohl’s) 

320-253-4092 • Ad pg. 47 • 4-k 

A local favorite. Wood-Fired Steaks & Burgers, 

Wood-Roasted Chicken, Hickory Smoked Ribs, 

Pan Fried Walleye, Signature Salads, Sandwiches, 

& Pastas. Open daily at 11 a.m. 

House of Pizza 

5th Ave. S., Downtown St. Cloud 

(across from le St Germain Suite Hotel) 

320-252-9300 (St. Cloud) 

1733 Pine Cone Rd., 

Pine Cone Marketplace, Sartell, MN 

320-258-9300 (Sartell) 

www.houseofpizzamn.com 

Ad back cover, pgs. 58 & 85; coupon pg. 98 

9-j and 3-e 

Serving the area’s favorite pizza and Italian food 

since 1964. Full menu delivery including pasta, hot 

hoagies, salads, wings and of course, our world 

famous pizza. 

Jule’s Bistro 


320-252-7125 • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

A warm, friendly gathering place with a bit of an 

urban flair. Specialty pizzas & sandwiches, soups, 

salads, teas, coffee, beer & wine, baked goods 

(sweets).

Imported 

beer and wine. 

Serving Dinner 

7 nights a week 5-10 p.m. 

Lunch Buffet 

7 days a week 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 

Carryout & Delivery Available! 

2812 West Division Street 


320-281-3388 • www.starofindiamn.com 

• Great selection of steaks, seafood, pastas and more... 

• Beautiful view of the Sauk River in an 

authentic log cabin setting 

• Hot, fresh Popovers with every meal 

• Rooms for large groups and meetings 

• A local favorite for over 30 years! 

Happy hour: Sun.-Fri. 4-6:30 p.m. 

(Featuring Half-Priced Appetizers and Great Drink Specials) 

hours: Mon.-sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; sun. 4-9 p.m. 

320-253-3611 • AntonsRestaurant.com 

2001 Frontage Rd. N., (West Division St.) Waite Park 

| 45 | 

404 West St. Germain, 


320.654.1661 

“Experience 

UPSCalE 

DININg 

at a Casual 

Price.” 

Breakfast 

••• 

Lunch 

••• 

Dinner 

••• 

Cocktails 


DINING 

1-800-264-2940

DINING 


Kay’s Kitchen 

303 College Ave., St. Joseph, MN 56374 

320-557-0030 

www.kayskitchen.us 

Ad pg. 47 & 89 • Map pg. 88 

A local tradition, home cooking since 1972. Over 20 

plus pie selections, “Best Breakfast” served all day, 

lunch and dinner specials. We cater all events! 

la Casita 

314 W. Division St., Waite Park 

320-230-8633 

www.lacasita.biz 

Ad pg. 39; coupon page. 98 • 4-k 

Ahh, drink in the aroma of our sizzling shrimp fajitas, 

sauteed in jalapeno-garlic butter, or our authentic 

Chimichangas. Custom margaritas, festive 

surroundings, groups welcome. 

legends Bar & Grill 



320-253-9000 

Ad pg. 34 • 5-j 

Home of the famous “Blues Revue” offers GREAT 

FOOD and FRIENDLY STAFF. Live entertainment 

Wednesday-Saturday and no cover charge! St. 

Cloud’s, “LETS GET TOGETHER” place. 

legends Cafe 



320-253-9000 

Ad pg. 34 • 5-k 

Enjoy dining with an American fare. Serving DAILY 

SPECIALS for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and one 

of the local favorites, SUNDAY BRUNCH! 

MC’s dugout Bar and Grill 

501 Mall Germain, St. Cloud 

320-259-9862 

www.mcsdugout.com 

Ad pg. 58 • 9-j 

NEWLY REMODELED! Home of the Hairy Buffalo. 

Great food and fun. The area’s best Happy Hour 

Mon.-Fri. 3-7 p.m. Noon lunches. Drink and food 

specials daily. 

Mexican village 

509 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud, MN 

320-252-7134 

www.mexicanvillagestcloud.com 

Ad pgs. 7 & 58; coupon pg. 98 • 9-j 

Mexican cuisine at its finest. You’ll love our 

extensive menu, reasonable prices, fun 

atmosphere. Premium margaritas and sizzling 

fajitas. Reservations accepted for groups or parties. 

Michael’s Austrian-German restaurant 

510 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud 

320-252-7100 • www.heinrichsgasthaus.com 

Ad pg. 33 • 10-j 

Area’s only Austrian-German restaurant with nightly 

specials serving steaks, seafood and specialty 

items. Meeting and banquet facilities. Happy hour 

Mon.-Fri. 4-7 p.m. 

nelson Bros. restaurant & Bakery 

I-94 & Hwy. 24 (Exit 178) in Clearwater, MN 55320 

320-558-2261 

www.clearwatertravelplaza.com 

Ad pg. 95 • Map pg. 87 

Home of “World Famous Fritter Bread,” Gourmet 

Sandwich Bar, Take and Bake Pizza and daily array of 

fresh baked goods. Clothing, gifts, gas and groceries! 

CiATTi’S riSTorAnTe 

old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 

Attached to the Quality Inn Hotel in St. Cloud, 

old Chicago Pasta & Pizza located one block 

west of the junction of Hwy. 15 & 23 at 

4040 2nd St. S. • 320-259-1103 

www.oldchicago.com\stcloud 

Ad pgs. 34 & 43 • 5-k 

St. Cloud’s best pizza and pasta restaurant. Daily 

specials and happy hour serving over 110 beers (36 

on tap) and FREE wireless internet. Meeting/party 

room available. 

Pacific Wok teriyaki Grill 

Now at 2 convenient locations! 

Pine Cone Marketplace in Sartell 

(next to Coborns) • 320-258-7200 


(Corner of Hwy. 23 and 7th Ave.) • 320-257-5200 

www.pacificwok.com 

Ad pg. 59 & 85; coupon pg. 98 • 3-e & 8-j 

Fast casual Japanese restaurant featuring 

awesome fire-grilled meats, fresh sushi rolls, and 

friendly service. Dine-in, take-out, and catering 

available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Pizza ranch 

110 2nd St. S., Waite Park 

(located in Marketplace Mall) 

320-203-8646 • wwwpizzaranch.com 

Ad pg. 43 • 4-k 

Daily endless buffets, delivery, carryout and party 

room. Area’s best broasted chicken, dessert bar, 

and large fresh salad bar. Families, large groups and 

teams always welcome! 

Sawatdee thai restaurant 

800 W. St. Germain, St. Cloud • 320-240-1454 

www•sawatdee•com • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

“The exquisite blend of subtle spices and rich 

flavor.” Award winning food. Thai It. You’ll Like It. 

Visit us on Facebook. 

Star of india 


320-281-3380 • www.starofindiamn.com 

Ad pg. 45 • 8-j 

Tandori specialties, chicken, lamb, beef, seafood and 

fine Indian Breads. Flavors are varied and exotic. Skilled 

chefs spice each dish to your taste. Lunch buffet. 

| 46 | 

texas roadhouse 


320-253-7427 

Ad pg. 42 • 4-k 

The Legendary Texas Roadhouse Story began in 

1993 in Clarksville, Indiana. A down-home place 

where people go for delicious food and friendly 

folks. Gift cards available. 

t.G.i. Friday’s 


320-251-2400 

www.tgifridays.com 

Ad pg. 43 • 5-j 

Located next to Crossroads Center with easy 

parking for busses and big rigs. 1/2-priced 

appetizers 4 p.m.-close in the bar everyday! In here 

it’s always FRIDAY! 

White Horse 


320-257-7775 

Ad pg. 41 & 59 • 8-j 

The place to be. Handcrafted soups, ethnic 

specials, and chicken wings, along with daily happy 

hours, are big hits. Sidewalk seating in the summer. 

Zeppole’s Pizza & Pasta 

2152 Frontage Rd., Waite Park 

320-252-5000 

www.zeppolespizza.com • 1-j 

A wide variety of original Italian pies in New York 

style crust for over 35 years. Pizzas are made from 

scratch and hand tossed. 

Coffee 

Gruber’s Cafe & espresso Bar 

located in Dan Tree Court 

at 310 4th Ave. N.E., Waite Park, MN 

320-259-4360 

Ad pg. 55 • 5-j 

Specialty sandwiches and coffee drinks. 

Meeting Grounds 

27 7th Ave. N., St. Cloud 

320-259-5114

An East 


Tradition 

Since 1933! 

423 E. St. Germain, 

St. Cloud, MN 

320-251-0232 

Waite Park 

(Across From Kohl’s) 

320-253-4092 

Wood-Fired Cooking 

Patio Seating 

150 Seat Bar 

| 47 | 

The Sign of 

Great 

Food! 

Home 

CookInG 

SInCe 

1972! 

an easy 

5 minute drive 

from St. Cloud 

and Worth It! 

Over 20 plus pie selectiOns! 

“BesT BreakFasT”–served all day! 

Lunch and dinner buffets • Large groups welcome 

We cater family and business events too! 

303 College Ave., St. Joseph, MN 

320-557-0030 • www.kayskitchen.us 

DINING 

1-800-264-2940

Average cost for dinner: $=under $8 • $$=$8-$12 • $$$=$12 or more 

All area codes are (320). 

anton’s | 2001 frontage Rd. n, Waite park • 253-3611 

American • fine, casual dining in an authentic log cabin atmosphere 

$$$ • • • 

ace Bar | 423 e. St. germain, St. Cloud • 251-0232 $$ wknd • • • 

American/specialties • A dining landmark since 1933 only 

Biology 701 | 701 W. St. germain St., St. Cloud • 257-4653 

vegetarian/vegen • St. Cloud’s only Vegetarian/Vegan menu 

$$ • • 

BlackBerry ridge golf cluB | 3125 Clubhouse Rd., Sartell • 257-4653 $$ Apr.- Apr.- • 

American/variety • great dining in a wooded setting Oct. Oct. 

Bonanza faMily restaurant | 3440 W. division St., St. Cloud • 253-5872 

American • 30’ salad bar with every meal 

$ • • • 

café renaissance | 2140 frontage Rd. n, Waite park • 253-9300 

european/Mediterranean • Classy bistro with a relaxed atmosphere 

$$ • • • 

ciatti’s ristoranté | 27th & division, St. Cloud • 257-7900 

Italian • “St. Cloud’s taste of Italy” 

$$$ • • • 

clearWater travel Plaza/nelson Bros. restaurant | I-94 & Hwy. 24, Clearwater • 558-2261 

Family Dining • “Home of the world famous fritter Bread” 

$$ • • • • 

coyote Moon grille | 480 55th Ave. S.e., St. Cloud • 258-4653 $$ Sun. Apr.- • • 

American • great food, good times, A View that’s One-Of-A-Kind Brunch Oct. 

d.B. searles | 18 S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud • 253-0655 

American • great dining in a historic building 

$$$ Sat. • • 

d&l taco gringo | 800 nelson dr., Ste. 101, Clearwater • 558-4016 $ • • call 

Mexican • fresh, fast, and fabulous! ahead 

dickey’s BarBecue Pit | 2956 W. division St., St. Cloud • 257-7675 

BBQ • Ribs, pulled pork, Brisket, Chicken & more all smoked in-house daily 

$$ • • • 

| 48 | 

dining 

tantalize your tastebuds 

Price 

FuJi SuSHi & STeAkHouSe 

Breakfast 

Lunch 

Dinner 

Buses 

& Groups

faMous dave’s | 310 3rd St. n., Waite park • 217-5900 $$ • • • 

BBQ • Best BBQ Ribs in town! 

5tH avenue grille | 404 W. division St., St. Cloud • 258-2580 $$ • • • • 

American • great dining in the heart of downtown 

fisHer’s cluB | 2425 Stratford St. W., Avon • 356-7372 $$ Apr.- with 

Minnesota Home Cooking • Historic dining on the Lake Wobegon trail Oct. reserv. 

fuJi susHi and steakHouse | 148 2nd St. S., Waite park • 252-3838 $$$ • • • 

Japanese • Hibachi cooking, sushi bar, traditional Japanese dining 

granite city food & BreWery | Hwy. 15 & 2nd St. S., St. Cloud • 203-9000 $$ • • • 

Brew Pub • A celebration of great food and great beer 

green Mill restaurant | 100 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 259-6455 $$ Sun. • • 6 or 

American/Casual • most awarded pizza in minnesota Brunch more 

grizzly’s Wood fired grill | 137 S. 2nd Ave., Waite park • 253-4092 $$ • • • 

American: Steak, Sandwiches & Pasta • unique atmosphere with awesome spit-roasted chicken 

gruBer’s café & esPresso Bar | 310 4th Ave. n.e., St. Cloud (dan tree Court) • 259-4360 $ • 

Specialty Sandwiches/Coffee Drinks • A dining landmark since 1933 

House of Pizza | 5th Ave., downtown, St. Cloud • 252-9300 $$ • • • 

Italian/Pizza • Serving the areas’ favorite pizza since 1964 

House of Pizza | pine Cone marketplace, Sartell • 258-9300 $$ • • • 

Italian/Pizza • Areas’ favorite pizza 

Jule’s Bistro | 921 W. St. germain St., St. Cloud • 252-7125 $ • • • call 

American Bistro • Outstanding pizzas, sandwiches, soups & salads ahead 

kay’s kitcHen | 303 College Ave., St. Joseph • 557-0030 $$ • • • • 

American Style • fabulous home cooking and pies, daily lunch buffet 

la casita | 314 W. division St., Waite park • 230-8633 $$ • • • 

Mexican • Warm, friendly service in lively, festive surroundings 

legends Bar & grill | W. division St. at 37th Ave., St. Cloud • 253-9000 $$ • • • • 

American/specialties • perfect place for breakfast, lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch 

legends cafe | W. division St. at 37th Ave., St. Cloud • 253-9000 $$ • • • 

American & Baskets • Live entertainment Wednesday-Saturday with great food 

Mc’s dugout Bar & grill | 501 mall germain, downtown, St. Cloud • 259-9862 $ • • • 

Burgers/Sandwiches • Sports Bar – “Home of the Hairy Buffalo” 

Mexican village | 509 W. St. germain St., St. Cloud • 252-7134 

Mexican • Voted #1 mexican restaurant in Central minnesota 

$$ • • • 

MicHael’s austrian-gerMan restaurant | 510 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud • 257-7100 

German/American • Only german restaurant in St. Cloud 

$$ • • • 

old cHicago Pasta & Pizza | 4040 2nd St. S., St. Cloud • 259-1103 

Pizza/Pasta • Serving over 110 beers 

$$ • • • 

Pacific Wok teriyaki grill | pine Cone marketplace, Sartell • 258-7200 

Japanese • Healthy never tasted so good! 

$ • • • 

Pacific Wok teriyaki grill | 616 2nd St. S., St. Cloud • 257-5200 

Japanese • Healthy never tasted so good! 

$ • • • 

Pizza rancH | 110 2nd St. S., Waite park • 203-8646 

American/Pizza/Chicken • We love families and groups! 

$$ • • • • 

saWatdee tHai restaurant | 800 W. St. germain St., St. Cloud • 240-1454 

thai • family friendly restaurant 

$$ • • • 

star of india | 2812 W. division St., St. Cloud • 281-3388 $$ • • call 

Indian • unbelievable flavors and great service ahead 

texas roadHouse | 345 2nd St. S., Waite park • 253-7427 $$ • • call 

American Steakhouse • Legendary food, legendary service ahead 

t.g.i. friday’s | 3945 W. division St., St. Cloud • 251-2400 $$ • • call 

American/variety • It’s ALWAYS friday! ahead 

WHite Horse | 809 W. St. germain, St. Cloud • 257-7775 

American/Casual • Hand-crafted soups, sandwiches and Asian specialties 

$$ • • 

zePPole’s Pizza & Pasta | 2140 frontage Rd. n, Waite park • 252-5000 

Italian/Pasta • Best original Italian pizza for over 33 years 

$ • • • 

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Price 

Breakfast 

Lunch 

Dinner 

Buses 

& Groups

Shopping 


All the big retail names are here, as 

well as small, unusual stores that 

are fun to browse. 

Crossroads Shopping Center on the 

west end of town is mall shopping at 

its best, with over 120 specialty shops 

and anchors like Scheels, Macy’s, 

JCPenney, Target and Sears. 

Downtown showcases Herberger’s 

and delightful specialty shops like 

bumbledee’s, Northern Brights, 

Accents, Lillians, Marishka’s, 

and the Antiques Gallery, where 

you’ll find one-of-a-kind treasures – 

owner-designed purses, jewelry, new 

and vintage clothing, used furniture, 

antiques, garden items and eclectic 

gifts. Literary types should venture 

down the block to spend an afternoon 

browsing the hundreds of used and 

rare books at Books Revisited, or 

stop in at The Paper Collector for 

posters, original art and framing. The 

Eletric Fetus is a fascinating store, full 

of old records, funky gifts and unusual 

finds. If it’s Fine Art you love most, the 

Paramount Gallery is a must-stop 

for those hoping to discover a distinct, 

rare piece. Next door is Mind, Body, 

Spirit, an uncommon shop dedicated 

to feeding your spiritual side. 

Gypsy Lea’s (open one weekend a 

month), is the ultimate in shabby chic 

furniture and treasures, and DJ Bitzan 

is your one-stop spot for breathtaking, 

quality jewelry. Crafts Direct is 

one of the largest independentlyowned 

craft retail stores in the U.S., 

and Gruber’s Quilt Shop is a 

quilter’s dream, with miles of fabrics 

and quilting accessories. Fairview 

Gardens welcomes flower-lovers 

and gardeners to its greenhouses 

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NortherN 

Brights 

and delightful gift area. On A Lark 

in St. Joseph, cheery and colorful, is 

the place to go for the unique, 

or join the two-wheel-loving, getout-in-winter 

crowd at Revolution 

Cycle and Ski. Finally, soothe your 

inner-gardener, by stopping in at the 

Gardens Gift Shop in the center of 

one of the most beautiful gardens in 

the U.S.! 

AcceNts

Map & page Reference 

Red map grid–St. Cloud guide Map: 

Ad pg. 25 • 8-j 


heart of Minnesota maps: Map pg. 94 

áccentric 


(in The Grande Depot) 

320-257-5500 


Ad pg. 4 & 5 • 1-l 

A destination exclusively for you, your kitchen, your 

home, your lifestyle...Shop our extensive selection 

of culinary tools, gourmet foods, home décor, 

children’s gifts and more! 

Accents 

713 W. St. Germain, Ste. 103, St. Cloud 

320-266-2861 • Ad pg. 58 • 8-j 

Discover Accents’ historic Downtown location for 

unique home accessories. Featuring distinctive 

lamps, mirrors, clocks, vases and wall décor to fit 

every style and budget. 

Albertville Premium Outlets 

6415 Labeaux Av. N.E., Albertville, MN 

I-94 at Cty. Rd. 19, Eastbound Exit 201/ 

Westbound Exit 202 (Approximately 30 minutes 

east of St. Cloud) • 763-497-1911 

www.premiumoutlets.com/albertville 

See pg. 96 for more information • Map pg. 87 

100 outlets including Adidas, Calvin Klein, Nike, etc. 

See website for store hours. 

“An Event You’ll Never Want To Miss” 

Open the 2nd Thursday- 

Sunday of each month! 

Thurs.-Sat. 8-6, Sun. 9-4 

2012 Event Dates: 

January 12-15 

February 9-12 

March 8-11 

April 12-15 

May 10-13 

June 14-17 

A completely new 

store every month, 

beautifully staged. 

July 12-15 

August 9-12 

September 13-16 

October 11-14 

November 8-11 

December 13-16 

Antique, Unique, Vintage 

and Shabby Chic... 

Recycled, Repurposed, 

Repainted, or 

Revamped...Everything 

is Custom and/or 

One-of-a-Kind! Something for Every Mood, Room, and Decor! 

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Books revisited 

320-251-4019 

115 Division Street, Sauk Rapids 

www.GypsyLeas.com 

www.facebook.com/GypsyLeas 

Shopping 

1-800-264-2940

Shopping 


the grANde depot 

Antiques Gallery 

619 West Saint Germain St., St. Cloud 

320-202-9068 • antiques@cloudnet.com 

www.antiquesgallerysc.com 

Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

30 years of experience featuring 19th and early 

20th century china, glassware, pictures, silver, 

jewelry, primitives, and furniture. Mon.-Sat. or by 

chance or appointment. 

Art & Heritage Place 

Located at Saint Benedict’s Monastery 

(104 Chapel Ln., St. Joseph) • 320-363-7100 


Home to the Haehn Museum with annual historical 

exhibits highlighting the monastery’s heritage and 

Whitby Gift Shop featuring handcrafted gifts and 

periodic gallery shows. 

Arts Co-op & Arts Gallery 

Radio City Music Mall 

619 W. St. Germain Street, St. Cloud 

(Located across from Herberger’s) 

320-252-3242 • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

Hours Mon.-Sat. 10-5. A fine art and craft gallery 

featuring unique hand-crafted gifts and home décor 

by local artisans. 

Books Revisited 


320-259-7959 • Ad pg. 58 • 8-j 

St. Cloud’s largest used book store, featuring 

1000’s of rare and out of print books in all subject 

areas. We do book searches for “out of print” 

books. 

bumbledees 


320-493-7608 • Ad pg. 55 & 59 • 8-j 

A blend of arts, antiques and the eclectic in a 

renovated 1880’s building. Buzz on in for a honey 

of a deal. 

Clearwater Travel Plaza 

I-94 & Hwy. 24 (Exit 178) in Clearwater, MN 55320 

320-558-2261 • www.clearwatertravelplaza.com 

Ad pg. 95 • Map pg. 87 

Restaurant and bakery. Our “Minnesota Reflections” 

gift and clothing store is a favorite for travelers. 

Clear Waters Outfitting Company 




Paddling and outdoor gear supplier. 

FAirview gArdeNs 

cork & cask 


(in The Grande Depot) 

320-257-5484 


Ad pg. 4 & 5 • 1-l 

Carrying a great selection of fine wines, beer and 

spirits, with an extensive collection of over 400 fine 

wines from around the world. 

Crafts Direct 


320-654-0907 

www.craftsdirect.com 

Ad inside back cover; coupon pg. 98 • 3-l 

Crafts Direct features a large selection in yarn and 

fabrics, beads, fine arts, scrapbooking, rubber 

stamping, gifts, floral, a great seasonal section and 

much more! 

Crossroads Center 

Hwy. 15 and Division St., St. Cloud 

320-252-2856 

www.crossroadscenter.com • 4-j 

Crossroads Center, the largest enclosed shopping 

center in outstate Minnesota. 

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D.J. Bitzan Jewelers 

203 Waite Ave. N., St. Cloud 

(Across the street from Scheels 

& Crossroads Center) 

320-251-4812 

Ad pg. 53 • 4-j 

Where Central Minnesota Gets Engaged. Over 700 

of the most beautiful hand-selected diamonds, 

onsite repair facility and Swiss Watch Gallery: Rolex, 

Raymond Weil, Tissot. 

D&L Taco Gringo 

800 Nelson Dr., Suite 101, Clearwater 

320-558-4016 • www.dltacogringo.com 


Taco Gringo Southwest Sauce is good on anything 

Mexican, Burgers, French Fries, Salads, Sandwiches 

and More! Find it in your local grocery store! 



320-257-8600 • www.stclouddowntown.com 

Ad pg. 15; See pgs. 58 & 59 • 8-j 

The city’s center for professional services, specialty 

shops, restaurants, sidewalk cafés and theaters. 

A community based non-profit involved in the 

promotion and vitalization of Downtown St. Cloud.

Trained in China and U.S.A. 

Professional Massage Since 1990 

Tuina (Deep Medical Massage) 

Swedish Oil Massage | Position Release 

Acupressure | Ear Candling | Foot Reflexology 

Raindrop Therapy | Gift Certificates 

Located on the Mississippi River 

1399 Kilian Blvd. 

320-258-0381 

Also visit these locations: 

311 3rd Avenue N., Sartell, MN 

Minnesota 

& St. Cloud 

Memorabilia/ 

Souvenirs 

Village Gifts • 320-251-2733 

Division Place Fashion Center 


(Behind Red Lobster) 

Village Pharmacy & Gifts 

320-252-1303 

108 2nd Ave. S, Sauk Rapids 

(Across from Coborn’s Superstore) 

Coffee, 

PoP & 

Ice Cream 

FuN 

STuFF 

Postcards 

& 

GARDEN 

ITEMS 

Angela & Jeremy 

Olson 

320.252.2442 • www.yosclinic.com 

DJ Bitzan 

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Shopping 

1-800-264-2940

Shopping 


d.J. BitzAN Jewelers 

Electric Fetus 

28 S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud 

320-251-2569 • Ad pg. 58 • 9-j 

Established in 1968, The Electric Fetus features a 

wide selection of new and used CDs, DVDs & vinyl, 

jewelry, posters, clothing, smoking accessories and 

audio accessories. 

Fairview Gardens 

1080 35th St. N., Sauk Rapids 

(East of Hwy. 10 & 15 on Co. Rd. 29) 

320-229-2281 • www.fairviewgardensmn.com 

Ad pg. 57 • 9-d 

Huge greenhouse and nursery, home and holiday 

decor, seasonal displays, unique gifts, special 

events and workshops. For hours and special 

events, call or check website. 

Good Patina 

728 S. Benton Dr., Sauk Rapids (at Lincoln & 

Summit Ave. in the Bubba’s Bar & Grill Complex) 

320-290-5909 • www.goodpatina.com 

Ad pg. 55 • 8-g 

Sauk Rapids’ newest occasional shop! An eclectic 

mix of vintage, handmade, antique-inspired and 

upcycled home decor, furniture, baked goods, 

personal accessories, jewelry and more! 

Gruber’s Quilt Shop 

Located in Dan Tree Court 

at 310 4th Ave. N.E., Waite Park, MN 

320-259-4360 

grubersquiltshop.com 

Ad pg. 55 • 5-j 

“The destination quilt shop for quilters from around 

the world.” A must see and experience! Chosen 

Top Shop 2001 in American Patchwork and 

Quilting magazine. 

Gypsy Lea’s 

An Event You’ll Never Want to Miss! 

115 Division St., Sauk Rapids 

320-251-4019 • www.GypsyLeas.com 

Ad pg. 51 • 8-f 

Open 4 days each month, the 2nd Thursday- 

Sunday. A completely new, beautifully staged store 

each time. One-of-a-kind Antiques, Vintage and 

Shabby Chic. 

Instyle Eye Wear 


320-253-9090 

www.insighteyecare.us • Ad pg. 78 • 4-k 

Side by side with Insight Eye Care, featuring 

the largest selection of unique frames in Central 

Minnesota. When you want the best, shop Instyle! 

Lillian’s 


320-257-0199 

www.lilliansshoppe.com/st.cloud 

Ad pgs. 55 & 59 • 8-j 

A fun, unique shopping experience! Fabulous 

occasionsional shoppe, open 1st Thurs. thru Sun. 

and 2nd Fri. and Sat. of each month. Check out 

the fun! 

Marishka’s 


320-217-8538 

www.marishkashoppe.com • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

Set in a wonderfully restored building downtown, 

Marishka’s is fabulous and fun. Trend-setting 

clothing, jewelry and accessories. Great antique 

finds, garden and home decor. 

Mind, Body & Spirit 


320-203-9630 

www.mindbodyspirit-online.com 

Ad pg. 55 & 59 • 8-j 

Seekers and shoppers become pleasantly lost or 

creatively found amidst an eclectic mix of spiritual 

items and unique gifts. Classes, workshops and 

intuitive readings. 

Munsinger & Clemens Gardens 

Gift Shop 

1399 Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-258-0381 

www.ci.stcloud.mn.us (link: parks) 

Ad pg. 53 • 10-k 

Open May-October. Garden statues, Webkinz, 

birdhouses, wind chimes, sun catchers, MN 

souvenirs, T-shirts, postcards, coffee, ice cream 

and snacks. Open Mon.-Sun.–call for hours. 

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crossroAds ceNter 

Northern Brights 


320-654-1814 

www.northernbrights.com 

Ad pg. 55 & 59 • 8-j 

Your place for creativity, inspiration and selfexpression! 

A genuine boutique—artful, soulful, 

unique and eclectic. Featuring artisans work, 

handbags, accessories, fashions, art vintage and 

antiques! 

On A Lark 

15 Minnesota St. E., Suite 102, 

Downtown St. Joseph 

320-363-4735 

www.giftsonalark.com 

Ad pg. 53 • Map pg. 88 

Looking for that perfect gift or a treat for yourself, 

you will find just the right thing at On A Lark. Open 

Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Once Upon A Child 


320-253-7193 • 5-j 

“Kids Stuff with Previous Experience.” We 

buy and sell new and gently used children’s items 

focusing on quality, safety and value. Open 7 days a 

week. 

The Paper Collector 

26 N. 7th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-251-2171 

papercollector@cloudnet.com 

www.papercollectormn.com 

Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

M-F 9:30-6, Sat. 9:30-5. Custom framer and art 

gallery. 27 years downtown! Extensive collection of 

limited edition prints, posters, collectible paper and 

postcards.

Monday-Friday 10-6 

Saturday 10-4 

711 W. St Germain, St. Cloud • 320-257-3387 

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Ridiculously 

affordable 

handbags, 

fashion & 

accessories! 

824 W. St. Germain St. 

320-257-0199 

www.lilliansshoppe.com/stcloud 

The 

hippest 

shoppe 

in town! 

Shopping 

1-800-264-2940

Shopping 


scheels 

gruBer’s Quilt shop 

BumBledee’s 

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Revolution Cycle & Ski 


320-251-2453 

www.revolutioncycleandski.com 

Ad pg. 61 • 6-k 

St. Cloud’s most knowledgeable bicycle and nordic 

ski experts, with 25 years experience. We service all 

makes and models. Locally owned and operated. 

St. Cloud Floral 


(next to Mexican Village) 

320-251-3093 

1-800-251-3093 

www.stcloudfloral.com 

Ad pg. 57 • 9-j 

St. Cloud Floral, established in 1912. Mon.-Fri. 8 

a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Wedding experts. 

The freshest flowers for any occasion, blooming 

and green plants, custom design. We deliver! Major 

credit cards accepted. 

Scheels 

40 N. Waite Ave., Waite Park 

(Crossroads Center) 

320.252.9494 • scheels.com 

Ad pg. 3 • 4-j 

Shop Minnesota’s largest selection of top-brand 

athletic, hunting, fishing, sports gear and apparel. 

Explore store-within-a-store specialty shops 

including our Premium Gun Run and Gift Lodge. 

Stone Crafters 

25940 99th Ave., St. Cloud (Hwy. 23 West) 

320-251-4111 • www.stonecraftersinc.com 

Ad pg. 15 • west of 1-l 

Discover The World of Granite! Granite items for 

sale, including our popular granite coasters. Granite 

and marble tiles, countertops, furniture, vanities and 

more. Showroom. 

Village Gifts 


(Behind Red Lobster) 

320-251-2739 

Ad pg. 53 • 5-k 

Unique array of gift items suitable for every occasion 

including: collectibles, wildlife, religious items, MN 

souvenirs, candles, cards, jewelry, wedding & 

anniversary items, home decor, and Webkinz. 

Village Pharmacy & Gifts 

108 2nd Ave. S., Sauk Rapids 

(Across from Coborn’s Superstore) 

320-252-1303 • Ad pg. 53 • 8-g 

Fulfilling all your prescription needs. Offering a large 

gift gallery including: collectibles, religious items, 

Webkinz, seasonal giftware, cards, home decor, 

jewelry, wedding & anniversary items. 

Antiques & Collectibles 

Antiques Gallery 

619 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud • 320-202-9068 

antiques@cloudnet.com 

www.antiquesgallerysc.com • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

Mon.-Sat. or by chance or appointment. 

Arts Co-op & Arts Gallery 

Radio City Music Mall 


320-252-3242 • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

Gruber’s Quilt Shop 

304 4th Ave. NE, Waite Park, MN 

320-259-4360 • grubersquiltshop.com 

Ad pg. 55 • 5-j

Gypsy Lea’s 

An Event You’ll Never Want to Miss! 

115 Division St., Sauk Rapids 

320-251-4019 

www.GypsyLeas.com 

Ad pg. 51 • 8-f 

Something for every mood, room, and decor! 

Seminars | Unique Gifts 

Special Events & Workshops 

HomE Holiday dEcor 

Seasonal Displays 

The Paper Collector 

26 N. 7th Ave., St. Cloud 

320-251-2171 • papercollector@cloudnet.com 


Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

M-F 9:30-6, Sat. 9:30-5. Custom framer and art gallery. 

27 years downtown! Extensive collection of limited 

edition prints, posters, collectible paper and postcards. 

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gypsy leA’s 

1080 35th St. N.E., Sauk Rapids, MN 

320-229-2281 

Greenhouse 

Nursery 

Landscaping 

Paramount Gallery 

Ad pgs. 29 & 59 • 8-j 

Featuring regional Minnesota artists. 

Relax After Shopping 

Yo’s Clinic 

311 3rd Ave. N., Sartell, MN 56377 

320-252-2442 • www.yosclinic.com 

Ad pgs. 53 and 85 • 5-d 

“I’ve experienced massages all over the world, 

and the best I’ve found is right here in Sartell with 

Jeremy and Angela of Yo’s Clinic!” —Lois B., St. 

Cloud, MN 

Salon 

Treachaself 

619 Radio City Music Mall, Downtown St. Cloud 

320-290-6576 • Ad pg. 59 • 8-j 

For over 25 years, the place where downtown 

gets their hair done. Lively conversation, a friendly 

atmosphere and professional care make for a 

delightful experience. 

Winery 

Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery 

32025 MN Hwy. 15, Kimball, MN 55353 

(Located 7 miles S. of Kimball or 8 miles N. of 

Dassel on MN Hwy. 15) • 320-398-2081 

www.MillnerHeritage.com 

Ad pg. 91 • Map pg. 90 

European Style Winery offering wine sales by the 

bottle or glass, plus gift shop. Focus on high quality 

wines from regional grapes. Family owned and 

operated. 

one of St. cloud’s 

Best Attractions! 

Shop us online at www.fairviewgardensmn.com 

Shopping 

1-800-264-2940

New & Used 

CDs, DVDs & Vinyl 

Clothing • Jewelry • Posters 

Gifts for all ages! 

Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 

Sat. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 

Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 

28 South 5th Avenue 


www.efetus.com 

320-251-2569 

Martini Lounge 

Outdoor Smoking Deck 

Dance Bar • Game Room 

Live Bands 

320-251-4047 


www.RedCarpetnightClub.com 

Home of the 

Hairy Buffalo! 

Newly Remodeled! 

Area’s Best Happy Hour! 

320-259-9862 

www.mcsdugout.com 

501 Mall Germain, St. Cloud 

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Escape 

the Ordinary... 

Handcrafted Soups, Sandwiches, 

Entrees & Ethnic Specials 

Daily Happy Hour Featuring 

Great ChiCken WinGs 

320-257-7775 

809 W. St. Germain St., St Cloud 

Upscale dining featuring 

steak & seafood, burgers & 

more, cocktails & live music! 

320-253-0655 

18 S. 5th ave., St. cloud 

www.dbsearles.com 

Luxurious suites and 

amenities you won’t 

find anywhere else in 

Central Minnesota. 

404 West St. Germain, 


320.654.1661 


St. Cloud’s 

largest used 

bookstore! 

M-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 


320-259-7959 

www.booksrevisited.com



320-443-6027 


(Radio City Music Mall) 

Unique handcrafted 

items by local artists 

and artisans. 

Fun • Whimsical 

Elegant 

ClothiNG, JeWelry 

ANtiqueS, hoMe DeCor 

FurNiture, GArDeN 

Monday-Friday10 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Saturday10 a.m.-4 p.m. 



320-217-8538 

320-202-9068 Open 

Featuring 

20th Century 

Antiques! 

Mon.-Sat or 

by chance or 

appointment 

619 W Saint Germain Street 

St. Cloud, Minnesota 

www.antiquesgallerysc.com 

Where downtown 

gets their hair done! 

Providing complete professional hair 

services for more than 25 years! 

619 Radio City Music Mall 

Downtown 

Call Ann 320-290-6576 

Unique Home Decor 

320-266-2861 

713 W. St. Germain, Ste. 103 

Downtown, St. Cloud 

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Antiques • Prints • Postcards 

Posters • Picture Framing 

320-251-2171 

26 N. 7th Ave., St. Cloud 


711 W. St Germain, St. Cloud 

320-257-3387 

The 

hippest 

shoppe in town! 

Ridiculously affordable 

handbags, fashion & 

accessories! 

824 W. St. Germain Street 

320-257-0199 

www.lilliansshoppe.com/stcloud 

Thai Restaurant 

800 W. St. Germain • Downtown St. Cloud 

Thai It. 

You’ll Like It. 

“The exquisite blend of subtle 

spices and rich flavor.” 

(320) 240-1454 

WWW•SAWATDEE•COM 

Open 17 years!

SpoRtS & ReCReAtion 


All sAiNts rugBy 

greAt ceNtrAl miNNesotA BikiNg 

Central Minnesotans know how to 

have fun all year long. 

You’re welcome to join us on the 

links, the slopes, or whatever other 

field of play suits your style. 

You’ll find a variety of recreational 

opportunities listed in this section. 

Baseball 

St. Cloud River Bats 

320-240-9798 

www.riverbats.com • 4-i 

The 2012 season marks the St. Cloud River 

Bats 16th year in the Northwoods League. 

The Northwoods League is the premier 

summer collegiate baseball league featuring 

players from around the country. The league 

is comprised of 16 teams. The River Bats 

combine an outstanding level of baseball with 

wholesome family entertainment. 

Biking 

City bike trails are marked along Clearwater 

Road and also throughout Whitney Park. Take 

in the scenery of our country roads west of St. 

Cloud. The Beaver Islands Trail is St. Cloud’s 

first designated off-road biking and walking 

trail. A little over 3 miles long, this trail follows 

along the west side of the Mississippi River 

from the River’s Edge Conventon Center, 

downtown St. Cloud to 33rd St. S. Call 320- 

255-7216 for information. Also, during June, 

biking enthusiasts participate in the Tour of 

Saints bike tour. 

Lake Wobegon Trail 

Stearns County Parks Dept 

320-255-6172 

www.lakewobegontrails.com 

Map pg. 88 

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320-251-2453 

www.revolutioncycleandski.com 

Ad pg. 61 • 6-k 

Pineview Park BMX; mpost 357 

St. Cloud’s most knowledgeable bicycle and 

nordic ski experts, with 25 years experience. 

We service all makes and models. Locally 

owned and operated. 

BMX Racing 

Pineview Park BMX 

Pineview Park BMX is a bicycle race track 

located in Industrial West (Take Veterans Dr. 

(8th St. N) west from Hwy. 15 and turn left onto 

Ridgewood Rd. Follow blue signs to track) 

Track phone 320-230-7820 

www. pineviewparkbmx.com • 2-j 

For boys and girls ages 4 and up. Races 

sanctioned by the American Bicycle 

Association (ABA). A National caliber track. 

Check us out on the web. 

Bowling 

Bowling can be enjoyed all year, of course, but 

the lanes really heat up with league action in 

the fall and winter. Area bowlers can choose 

from a number of alleys. 

Atwood Recreation Center 

St. Cloud State University • 320-308-4636 

The Underground at Atwood Rec Center 

320-308-3956 • 9-k

El Paso Club 

200 2nd Ave. N.W. on Cty. Rd. 75, St. Joseph 

320-363-4345 • www.elpasosportsbar.com 

Map pg. 88 

Southway Bowl 

1222 33rd St. S., St. Cloud 

320-253-7414 • www.southwaybowl.com • 8-o 

24 lanes, bumper bowl, corporate parties. 

Great River Bowl 

208 Second St. S., Sartell, MN 56377 

320-253-2910 • www.greatriverbowl.com • 7-d 

Vilo Lanes 

310 Sundial Drive, Waite Park 

320-252-5644 • 4-l 

Climbing Wall 

Outdoor Endeavors, 

St. Cloud State University 

320-308-3325 • 9-k 

Outdoor Endeavors is located in the SCSU Student 

Recreation Center in the south end of Halenbeck 

Hall, directly across from the Mountain Dew Xtreme 

Climbing Wall. 

Cross-Country Skiing 

Discover the serene silence of the woods in the 

wintertime. And what better way to enjoy this quiet 

winterscape than silently slicing through the snow 

on a pair of cross-country skis. You’ll find a number 

of trails to choose from throughout the area. 

Gray Stone Trail (Reformatory Trail) 

1/2 mile W. of U.S. Hwy. 10 on Co. Rd. 30 

(also named Minnesota Blvd.) • 11-l 

Novice-expert, skating with single classical track. 

The trail is across from the Minnesota Correctional 

Facility’s main entrance. Minnesota State Pass 

required. 

Mississippi River Park 

Map pg. 87 

Novice, classical. No pass required. 

Quarry Park 

See page 18 • 3-m 

Lighted, also has a skating trail. Park pass required. 

Riverside Park 

10-k 

Novice-expert, classical and skating trails. No pass 

required. 

Warner Lake 

Map pg. 87 

Novice-expert, classical only. No pass required. 

pAddliNg the mississippi river 

Wildwood Trail 

St. Joseph • Map pg. 88 

Novice-expert, classical only (MN state pass 

required). Nordic Ski Club races at Gray Stone: 

Check your local ski retailers for a Central 

Minnesota Nordic Trail Guide. 

Facilities 

Bernick’s Pepsi Arena 

1109 1st St. S., Sartell 

320-240-9233 • 3-k 

Open skating, skate rental. Call for hours. 

Halenbeck Hall 


320-308-3325 

www.stcloudstate.edu/campusrec • 9-k 

A multi-purpose facility which offers fitness 

opportunities including aquatics and intramural 

sports. Call for more information. 

National Hockey Center 

St. Cloud State University Campus 

1204 Fourth Ave. S. 

320-308-3325 (events, tickets, etc.) 


Two olympic-size ice sheets with a main seating 

capacity of 6,000 for exciting WCHA action. 

St. Cloud State University Sports 

Facilities/Campus Recreation 

St. Cloud State University • 720 4th Ave. S. 

Halenbeck Hall Office 102 • St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-308-3325 


St. Cloud State University offers some of the finest 

sports and recreation facilities in the upper midwest. 

Public rental of the sports facilities is available. 

Sports Arena East 

320-252-0508 

www.sportsarenaeast.com • 9-h 

Multi-use arena with open hockey and skating 

hours. 

The Municipal Athletic Complex (MAC) 

This multi-purpose facility is located on the north 

side of St. Cloud on 8th St. at 5001 Eighth St. N. 

(Veterans Drive) 320-255-7223 

Veterans Public Golf Course 320-255-7273 

www.stcloudmac.com • 3-h 

Existing facilities include: Dick Putz Field, Dave 

Torrey Arena, Ritsche Arena, Joe Faber Field, sports 

deck and 100 seats above each dugout. Executive 

Veterans Public Golf Course. 

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Whitney Recreation Center 

1529 Northway Dr., St. Cloud, MN 56303 

320-255-7277 • 7-g 

Three indoor regulation basketball courts, five 

volleyball courts and ninth-of-a-mile suspended 

walking track with adjunct fitness room. 

Fall colors 

Central Minnesota’s lush green woods turn into a 

breathtaking mix of colors every autumn. Check 

out a number of different vantage points for fall color 

viewing, including the Central Lakes area, the woods 

surrounding St. John’s University, the Great River 

Road and a float on the beautiful Mississippi River. 

Fall Sporting Events 

Cheer on the NCAA Division II St. Cloud State 

University Huskies at Husky Stadium (320-308- 

2137) or the NCAA Division III powerhouse St. 

John’s University Johnnies at Clemens Stadium 

(320-363-2595). Fall also is the season for exciting 

women’s volleyball action at St. Cloud State 

University (320-308-3102) and the College of Saint 

Benedict (320-363-5301). Call for schedules and 

game times. 

Frisbee Disc Golf 

Becker City Park 

Becker, MN • 18 hole championship course 

Map pg. 87 

Benton Beach 

St. Cloud, MN • 18 holes • Map pg. 87 

Calvary Hill 

Cooper Ave. and Traverse Rd., St. Cloud 

18 hole gold course • 7-l 

Hidden Lake 

St. Augusta, MN • 18 holes • 9-r 

Mayhew Creek Park 

2974 Mayhew Lk. Rd. N.E., Sauk Rapids, MN 

18 holes under construction • 11-d 

North Park 

Albany, MN • 18 holes • Map pg. 88 

Northside Park 

Sartell, MN • 12 holes • 3-i 

Millstream Park 

St. Joseph, MN • 18 holes • Map pg. 88 

Mississippi River Park 

St. Stephen, MN • 12 holes • Map pg. 87 

Morning Star Park 

Eden Valley, MN • 9 holes • Map pg. 90 


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Pleasantview/Clearwater Regional Park 

Annandale, MN • 12 holes • Map pg. 90 

River’s Edge Park 

Waite Park, MN • 9 holes • 2-j 


1725 SE Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud • 18 holes • 10-k 

Sportsmans Hill 

Clearwater, MN • 18 holes • Map pg. 87 

Golf 

A favorite pastime of many, the Central Lakes area 

has a number of courses that are on par with many 

courses in larger cities. Here’s a list of just some of 

the area links: 

Albany Golf Club 

500 Church Ave., P.O. Box 338 

Albany MN, 56307 • 320-845-2505 

www.albanygc.com • Map pg. 88 

Angushire Golf Course 

224 Waite Ave. S., St. Cloud, 56301 

320-251-9619 

www.angushiregolf.com • 4-k 

Blackberry Ridge Golf Club 


320-257-4653 

www.blackberryridgegolf.com 

Golf pg. 67 • 4-a 

Boulder Ridge Golf Club 

Located on Co. Rd. 74 in St. Cloud, MN 

320-259-7944 • Ad page 67 • 5-k 

Close to area hotels. 


Skate Plaza 

City View Golf Course 

15055 Hummingbird Ln. 

Cold Spring, MN 56320 

320-685-7000 • Map pg. 92 

Eagle Trace Golf & Event Center 

1100 Main St., Clearwater, MN 55320 

320-558-4653 

www.eagletracegolf.com 

Ad pg. 67 • Map pg. 87 

Scenic 18-hole course with driving range, 3 practice 

greens, 2 heated swimming pools, pool-side bar 

and grill. Groups welcome. 

GreyStone Golf Club 

5 miles north of I-94 on Hwy. 71 in Sauk Centre 

320-351-4653 • www.greystonegc.net 

Map pg. 88 

Kimball Golf Club 

15 min. S. of St. Cloud on Hwy. 15 

320-398-2285 • www.kimballgolfclub.com 

Coupons Pg. 67 & Ad pg. 90 • Map pg. 90 

Koronis Hills Golf Club 

29757 State Hwy. 23 • P.O. Box 55 

Paynesville, MN 56362 

320-243-4111 • 1-877-399-2558 

www.koronishillsgolf.com 

Coupon pg. 67 • Map pg. 86 

Beautiful 18 hole course. It’s worth the trip to see 

the 17th hole. 

Lynx National Golf Course 

40204 Primrose Ln., Sauk Centre, MN 56378 

320-352-0242 

www.lynxnationalgolf.com • Map pg. 88 

18-hole golf course. 

225 33rd Ave. S. 

(Next to Stearns History 

Museum) 

This is a state-of-the-art 

skateboard plaza, one of the 

best in the Midwest, with 

endless features and solid 

concrete for the smoothest 

ride around. Plenty of 

room for borders of all skill 

levels and lots of space for 

watching. 

Geocaching 

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Pineview 

BMX 

Park 

Oak Hill Golf Course 

Nine miles north of junction East Hwy. 23 and 

Hwy. 10 • 320-259-8969 

www.oakhillgolfclub.com • north of 7-a 

Pebble Creek Golf Course 

14000 Club House Drive, Becker, MN 

(20 mi. E. of St. Cloud on Hwy. 10) 

763-261-4653 

www.pebblecreekgolf.com • Map pg. 87 

Pine Ridge Golf Club 

Located on Pinecone Rd. in Sartell 

320-259-0551 • www.theridgesgolf.com 

Ad pg. 67 • 3-b 

Scenic 9-hole course. 

Rich Spring Golf Club 

17467 Fairway Circle, Cold Spring, MN 56320 

320-685-8810 

www.richspringgolf.com • Map pg. 92 

River Oaks Golf Course 

23742 County Road 2, Cold Spring 

320-685-4138 

www.riveroaksgc.net • Map pg. 92 

Eighteen holes. 

St. Cloud Country Club 

P.O. Box 1064, St. Cloud, MN, 

Montrose and Greenock Road • 320-253-1331 

www.stcloudcountryclub.com • south of 9-o 

Southbrook Golf Club 

P.O. Box 156 • 511 Morrison Ave. S. 

Annandale, MN 55302 

320-274-2341 

www.southbrookgolf.com • Map pg. 90 

18-hole championship course. 

Directions from North: Take Hwy. 15 to 8th 

St. N and turn right. Cross bridge and turn 

left at lights. Follow blue signs to track. 

Directions from South: From I-94 take Hwy. 

15 exit N. to St. Cloud. Follow Hwy. 15 to 

8th St. N. and turn left at lights. Follow blue 

signs to track. 

Directions from east: Take Hwy. 23 to Hwy. 

15 and turn right. Cross bridge and turn left 

at lights. Follow blue signs to track. 

Directions from West: From I-94 take St. 

Joseph exit (left exit) onto Co. Rd. 75. At 

third light (Co. Rd. 134) take a left and follow 

blue signs to track. 

A popular activity for the whole family, geocaching is an entertaining 

adventure game for gps users. Participants check the internet for 

location coordinates to find rewarding caches that have been hidden 

by organizations and individuals. 

There are basically only three rules: 1. Take something from the cache; 

2. Leave something in the cache; 3. Write about it in the logbook 

To find out more about geocaching and gps devices, visit 

www.geocaching.com. 

Local zip codes to enter for a list of hundreds of local caches are: 

St. Cloud 56301, 56303 & 56304; Sauk Rapids 56379; Sartell 56377; 

Waite Park 56387

Territory Golf Club 

480 55th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud, MN 56304 

320-258-4653 

www.territorygc.com • Ad pg. 67 • 11-a 

Central Minnesota’s true destination course which 

all skill levels can enjoy; with breathtaking water 

features, wetlands, sweeping topography and 

Green that averages 7,000 square feet. 

Veterans Golf Course 

5001 Eighth St. N., St. Cloud 

320-255-7273 • www.stcloudmac.com • 3-i 

Par 3, nine holes, open to the public. 

Wapicada Golf Club 

4 miles E. of St. Cloud on Hwy. 23 • 320-251-7804 

www.wapicada.com • east of 12-h 

Whispering Pines 18-hole Golf Course 

Annandale, MN (1/4 mile N. of Hwy. 55 on Cty. 

Rd. 6 or 2 miles S. of Hwy. 24 on Cty. Rd. 6) 

320-274-8721 

www.whisperingpinesgolf.com • Map pg. 90 

18 hole championship course. 23 mi. S. 

of St. Cloud. 

Golf: Indoor 

Golf Source 


320-654-6423 • 4-k 

Hiking 

El Rancho Mañana Campground, 

Riding Stable & Recreational Area 




Campgrounds pg. 32; grid pg. 37; Ad pg. 93 

Map pg. 92 

Horseback Riding 

El Rancho Mañana Campground, Riding 

Stable & Recreational Area 




Campgrounds pg. 32; Grid pg. 37; Ad pg. 93 

Map pg. 92 

Saddle up! Find 1,208 acres on Long Lake for 

horseback riding, hayrides, camping, and 25 miles 

of scenic walking and mountain bike trails. 

Ice Fishing 

Yes, it’s true, Minnesotans actually do enjoy ice 

fishing. You’ll know this is the case the next time 

you’re driving by a frozen lake and see tiny (some 

not so tiny) shacks dotting the landscape. Care to 

try it yourself? Central Minnesota has a wide variety 

of lakes that are perfect for wintertime angling. For 

information, call the DNR at 1-800-766-6000, or 

stop by any area bait shop. Stay warm! 

Jogging & Walking 

St. Cloud has a variety of settings for runners and 

walkers, including Riverside Drive in east St. Cloud, 

Whitney Park, Heritage Park, Lake George, an array of 

country roads and the Beaver Islands Trail system. A 

new scenic leg of the Beaver Islands Trail expands the 

trail along the Mississippi River from St. Cloud State 

University to Downtown St. Cloud. Like the current 

trail, the new paved portion will be open to walkers, 

bikers, rollerbladers and cross country skiers. 

Clearwater Travel Plaza Trail Run 

Warner Lake County Park 

320-252-7291 • Map pg. 87 

Collegeville & Saint John’s 

University Nature Trail 

Park near the church at 

Saint John’s University, Collegeville. 

Information/tours 320-363-3163 

www.csbsju.edu/arboretum • Map pg. 88 

Woodsy nature trails in the forest on the east side of 

Lake Sagatagan. Prairie and wetlands boardwalk trail 

available off entrance road. An abundance of wildlife. 

Lake Wobegon Trail 

320-255-6172 

www.lakewobegontrails.com • Map pg. 88 

62 miles long through the heart of Central Minnesota. 

St. Cloud’s Historic District Walking Tour 


St. Cloud Convention and 

Visitors Bureau • 320-251-4170 

St. Cloud Downtown Council • 320-257-8600 

www.ci.stcloud.mn.us/Planning/Downtown.aspx 

See pg. 11 • 8-j 

21 historic buildings located in the Downtown area. 

Copies of walking guide available at the St. Cloud 

Convention and Visitors Bureau and the St. Cloud 

Downtown Council. 

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Nordic skiiNg 

swimmiNg 

BeAches 

Beebe Lake Regional Park 

6 mi. E. of Buffalo on Wright Co. Rd. 34 

763-682-7383 • www.co.wright.mn.us 

Swimming Beach • Shelter • Picnic Area 

Hiking Trails • Sand Volleyball Court 

Horseshoes • Restrooms 

Group Camping & Fishing 

Big Birch Lake Campground Beach 

6 mi. N. of Melrose–bordering Big Birch Lake 

(Near Freeport) • 218-827-2342 • 

www.birchlakervpark.com 

Swimming Beach • Shelter • Picnic Area 

Barbeque Pits • Boat Launch 

Changing Area/Restrooms 

Clearwater/Pleasant Regional Park 

1 mi. N. of Annandale off State Hwy. 24 

& Wright Co. Rd. 39 

763-682-7383 • www.co.wright.mn.us 

Swimming Beach • Shelter • Hiking Trails 

Picnic Area • Fishing Pier 

Sand Volleyball Court 

Horseshoes • Restrooms 

Lake Koronis Regional Park Beach 

5 mi. S.W. of Paynesville on the S. shore of 

Lake Koronis • 320-276-8843 

Swimming Beach • Picnic Shelters 

Observation Tower • Boat Launch • Nature Trail 

Playground • Campground 

Quarry Park & Nature Preserve 

7th St. S./Co. Rd. 137 in Waite Park 

320-255-6172 • www.co.stearns.mn.us 

Hiking/Mountain Biking Trails • Swimming 

Fishing Ponds • Scuba Diving 

Spunk Lake Beach 

3 blocks W. of the Lake Wobegon Trailhead 

Park in Avon, S. of Stearns Co. Rd. 54 

320-356-7922 

Swimming Beach • Changing House Restrooms 

• Picnic Area at Lake Wobegon Trail 

Veterans Memorial Beach Park 

1/2 mi. S. of State Hwy. 55, W. of 

Old Lake Rd. in Paynesville 

Swimming Beach • Picnic Shelters 

Picnic Tables • Barbeque Sites • Boat Launch 

Warner Lake Park 

5 mi. S. of St. Augusta, off Stearns Co. Rd. 143 


Swimming Beach • Fishing Pier • Picnic Tables 

Hiking Trails • Shelter • Nature Center 

Group Camping • Boat Launch 

Prairie Restoration Site • Playground 


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St. Cloud River Runners 

www.scrr.org 

Looking for someone to run with? The St. Cloud 

River Runners Club invites you to join us on our 

group runs. Check out our website for the running 

schedule and contact information. 

Mini Golf 

Summerland 

2 miles east on Hwy. 23, St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-251-0940 


Ad pg. 14; coupon pg. 98 • east of 12-i 

St. Cloud’s most unique theme park. New 18-hole 

Championship Adventure Mini Golf. 

Paddling & Outdoor Gear 




Ad page 15 • Map pg. 87 

Central Minnesota’s premier paddling and outdoor 

gear supplier! Rentals, river trips, kayak fishing, and 

sales from a historic location on the Mississippi River. 

Parks & Trails 

For information see Parks Grid on page 66. 

Beaver Islands Trail 

See Jogging & Walking section for more 

information 

Three miles along the Mississippi River. 

Bend in the River Regional Park 

Located 1.4 mi. S. of Rice on River Rd. 

(Co. Rd. 55) • Map pg. 87 

289 acre park. Hiking trail runs S. from historic 

farmhouse along the top of the Mississippi River. 

Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge 

Located 6 mi. S.E. of Little Falls, MN 56345 

320-632-1575 • Map pg. 87 

A scenic 3.7 mi. hiking/cross-country skiing trail that 

follows along the Platte River to Rice Lake through 

tall grass prairies. Great wildlife observation and 

photography! 

Heritage Park 

320-255-7255 • 5-k 

Visit the nature center that offers children hands-on 

learning opportunities while the 3.4 miles of trail 

provides environmental points of interest. 

Lake George 

Whitney Rec. Center 320-255-7256 • 8-j 

Newly renovated scenic urban lake setting. Paved 

walking paths, fishing piers, canoe & paddle boat 

rental. Spectacular granite fountain. 

Lake Wobegon ® Regional Trail 

320-255-6172 

www.lakewobegontrails.com • Map pg. 88 

Hiking, biking, roller blading and snowmobiling. 

Unique 62 mile trail is the longest paved bike trail in 

the U.S. Beautiful scenery, quaint towns. 

Quarry Park And Nature Preserve 

320-255-6172 

www.co.stearns.mn.us 

See pg. 18 • 3-m 

643 acres, developed at the site of 30 abandoned 

granite quarries. Swimming, hiking, observation 

deck, mountain biking, rock climbing, groomed, 

lighted cross-country ski trails, trout and bass 

fishing. 

River Bluffs Regional Park 

E. of Cty. Rd. 75 off 33rd St. • 9-p 

Connected to Fire Station #5. Public restroom 

within the fire station. 


1515 Riverside Dr. S.E., St. Cloud • 10-k 

Cross-country skiing and ice skating in the winter. 

Spring and summer recreational opportunities: 

splash park, tennis courts, playground, disc golf 

course. 

Saint John’s Abbey & University Nature Trail 

Call Saint John’s Arboretum at 320-363-3163 

www.csbsju.edu/arboretum • Map pg. 88 

12 miles of trail through prairie, forests, and 

wetlands. Trails east side of Lake Sagatagan. 

Prairie and wetlands boardwalk. Visitor parking near 

Abbey church. No pets. 

Sand Prairie Wildlife Management 

& Environmental Education Area 

Off Hwy. 10 and Minnesota Blvd., St. Cloud 

320-255-4279 • 12-l 

700 acres of prairies, wetlands and woodlands. 

Hiking, birding, and cross-country skiing. 

Observation deck. 

Seberger Park 

2001 2nd St. N., St. Cloud • 320-255-7216 • 7-j 

Interactive water facility. Play area with water slide, 

tumble buckets and water geysers. Zero-depth 

entry, large fun umbrellas, plenty of deck space, 

lifeguards are on duty. 

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st. cloud stAte uNiversity divisioN i hockey 

Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge 

Hwy. 95 east to Mille Lacs. County Road 7 south 

(Sherburne County 5) to County 9 east two miles 

to headquarters • 763-389-3323 

www.fws.gov/midwest/sherburne • Map pg. 87 

A mixture of oak savanna and wetland habitats. 

Hiking trails, auto tour route, wildlife observation, 

fishing, hunting, snowshoeing and cross-country 

skiing. 

St. Cloud Skate Plaza 

225 33rd Ave. S., St. Cloud 

www.stcloudskatepark.com • 5-k 

Pools 

For season hours go to www.ci.stcloud.mn.us. 

Autumn Ridge Splash Pad Water Park 

2270 Park View Ln. N.E., Sauk Rapids • 11-e 

1-8 p.m. Free. 

Bob Cross Park Wading Pool 

1st St. S. and 10th Ave. S., Sauk Rapids • 9-f 

1-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty. 

Celebration Park 

930 Celebration Cir., Sartell • 2-b 

Wading pool. Noon-7 p.m. Free. Lifeguard on duty. 

Centennial 

1725 Centennial Dr., St. Cloud • Wading pool • 7-i 

Hester 

920 6th Ave. N., St. Cloud • Wading pool • 8-h 

Lake George Municipal Complex 

at Eastman Park 

7th St., St. Cloud • Splash pad • 8-j

Pantown 

2815 9th St. N., St. Cloud • Wading pool • 6-i 

Rivers Edge Park 

Off of 3rd St. N. & Co. Hwy. 138, Waite Park • 2-j 

Splash pad. 

Riverside 

725 Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud • Splash pad • 9-i 

Rotary 

1507 Goettens Way, St. Cloud • Wading pool • 6-l 

St. Cloud Park 

415 3rd Ave. N.E., St. Cloud • 9-i 

Wading pool. 1-4 p.m. & 5-8 p.m. Free. Lifeguard 

on duty. 

Seberger 

2001 2nd St. N., St. Cloud • Wading pool • 6-j 

Southside 

815 13th St. S., St. Cloud • Wading pool • 8-k 

Spalt Park 

413 3rd Ave. N.E., St. Cloud • Wading pool • 8-h 

Watab Creek South Park 

Riverside Ave. N., Sartell • Wading pool • 5-c 

Westwood 

720 Driftwood Dr., St. Cloud • Splash pad • 3-i 

Seasonal Farms 

A variety of area farms offer berry picking, apple 

orchards, pumpkins and squash for visitors to 

“harvest” for a small fee. These farms are great for a 

family outing, and many add to the visit by providing 

petting zoos and other activities. Here is a partial list: 

A & G Produce 

10448 345th St., St. Joseph, MN 

320-290-0907 • www.aandgproduce.com 

Map pg. 88 

A Maze’n Farmyard 

3-1/2 mi. W. of Eden Valley on Hwy. 55 

320-453-6901 • www.amazenfarmyard.com 

Ad pg. 91 • Map pg. 90 

Children can see and touch about 50 different farm 

animals. There is also a 19,000 sq. ft. maze, giant 

slide and gift shop. Fun for all! 

Collegeville Orchards 

15517 Fruit Farm Rd., St. Joseph, MN 

320-356-7609 • Map pg. 88 

Earthberry Farm 

Kimball, MN • 320-398-6252 • Map pg. 90 

Earthway Farms 

15832 Co. Rd. 7, South Haven, MN 

320-236-7852 • Map pg. 90 

Tours by appointment only. 

FairHaven Farm 

313835 51st Ave., South Haven, MN • 320-236-7685 

www.fairhaven-farm.com • Map pg. 90 

Grayson’s Berryland 

Clear Lake, MN • 320-743-3384 

www.graysonsberryland.com • Map pg. 87 

Hidden Cove Orchard 

27524 Hidden Cove Rd., Cold Spring, MN 

320-685-3186 • Map pg. 87 

J.Q Fruit Farm 

Princeton, MN • 612-389-2567 

www.jqfruitfarm.com • east of 12-h 

K-Line Pumpkin Ranch 

15545 35th Ave., South Haven, MN 

320-236-7534 • Map pg. 90 

Nelson Farms 

Litchfield • 320-693-7750 

www.nelsonfarm.com • south of Map pg. 90 

Produce Acres 

25704 Co. Rd. 50, Cold Spring, MN 56320 

320-685-3257 

www.produceacres.com • Map pg. 92 

Rum River Orchard 

Milaca, MN • 612-240-7973 • east of 12-h 

Sleepy Hollow Farms 

St. Augusta, MN • 320-251-5112 • Map pg. 90 

Tallakson’s Tree & Trout Farm 

Becker, MN • 952-474-7196 • Map pg. 87 

Whitcomb Home Floral 

Greenhouse & Nursery 

Princeton, MN • 763-389-1739 • east of 12-h 

Windmill Orchard 

22286 Cty. Rd. 40, Albany, MN 

320-845-2280 • Map pg. 88 

Skating 

Skatin’ Place 

3302 Southway Drive, St. Cloud 

320-252-9768 • 8-o 

Hit the roller rink for fun all year long. 

Saint City Skate Park 

1996 247th St., St. Cloud • 320-345-2299 • 6-p 

www.saintcityskatepark.com 

Skateboarding, BMX, arcade, scooters, 

concessions, birthday parties. 

Skiing/Snowtubing 

Eagle Mountain Snow Tubing 

& Cross Country Skiing 

33861 Breezy Dr., Burtrum, MN 56318 (13 mi. N of 

Freeport), 40 miles NW of St. Cloud • 320-573-2222 

www.eaglemountainge.com • Map pg. 88 

Looking for winter fun? Tubing down the slopes of 

1,462 ft. Eagle Mountain or cross-country skiing 

through the surrounding hills and dales invigorates 

body and soul. 

Powder Ridge Winter Recreation Area 

15015 93rd Ave., Kimball, MN 55353 

(North of Kimball on Hwy. 15) • 320-398-7200 

www.powderridge.com • Map pg. 90 

Skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing. 15 runs, day and 

night skiing. Wild Chutes snow tubing park is a great 

family activity. No special skill involved, hands free tow. 


160 29th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-251-2453 

www.revolutioncycleandski.com • Ad pg. 61 • 6-k 

St. Cloud’s most knowledgeable bicycle and nordic 

ski experts, with 25 years experience. We service all 

makes and models. Locally owned and operated. 

Snowmobiling 

Snowmobiles have forever changed the winter 

landscape—they’ve made winter fun! With 

marked trails or roads that are designated by the 

Department of Natural Resources as open to 

snowmobiles, the sport can also be enjoyed safely. 

For state park, forest and snowmobile trail maps, 

along with snow-cover reports, call the DNR at 

1-800-766-6000. www.dnr.state.mn.us 

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AreA lAkes 

& BAit 

Bait Den LLC • 320-257-0162 

3267 Roosevelt Rd., St. Cloud 

Central Lakes Gas & Bait 

320-685-3583 

216 Red River Ave., Cold Spring 

Mike’s Bait & Tackle • 320-453-2248 

169 Meeker Ave. E, Eden Valley 

Richmond Marine & Sports 

320-597-2214 • Hwy. 23, Richmond 

Rockville Gas & Bait • 320-253-1999 

108 Broadway St. E., Rockville 

St. Joseph Bait Shop • 320-363-7272 

27 W. Birch St., St. Joseph 

JM Speedstop-Sauk Rapids (Bait) 

320-251-3399 

502 Benton Dr. N, Sauk Rapids 

Southside Truck Stop • 320-597-2173 

Hwy. 23, Richmond 

Stop Light Bait • 320-255-9689 

45 8th Ave. SE, St. Cloud 

Tackle Box & More • 320-257-0627 


No boat? That’s no problem...there are a 

few shore fishing opportunities available 

in the St. Cloud area at the following 

lakes and rivers: 

Horseshoe Chain 

Richmond & Cold Spring–20 lakes and 

streams. 

Middle Spunk Lake 

Avon–fishing pier at the southern end 

of the lake. 

Kings Lake 

Freeport–public access route towards 

the southern end. 

Carnelian Lake 

Maine Prairie–dock on lake road off 

Cty. Rd. 55. 

Sauk River 

Rockville–fishing platform in Rockville. 

Mississippi River 

St. Cloud–below the Dam near the 

10th St. bridge. 


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parks 

enjoy the outdoors 

City parks 

Eastman 

425 e. Lk Blvd., St. Cloud 

HEritagE 

225-33rd Ave. S, St. Cloud 

rivErsidE 

1725 Se Kilian Blvd., St. Cloud 

WHitnEy mEmorial 

1525 northway Dr., St. Cloud 

Wilson 

625 ne Riverside Dr., St. Cloud 

lions 

(north) 1st St. S., Sauk Rapids 

mayHEW CrEEk park 

Mayhew Lake Rd., Sauk Rapids 

sauk rapids muniCipal 

River Ave. n, Sauk Rapids 

sauk rapids atHlEtiC ComplEx 

40 10th Ave. S, Sauk Rapids 

Community park 

13th Ave. n, Waite park 

rivErs EdgE park 

10th Ave. n, Waite park 

lions park 

Co. Rd. 137 & Dublin Dr., Waite park 

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(651) 296-6157 or 1-888-MINNDNR • www.dnr.state.mn.us/ • DNR Information Center • 500 Lafayette Road • St. Paul, MN 55155-4040 

StearnS County ParkS 

1802 Cty. Rd. 137, Waite park, Mn 56387 


Benton County ParkS 

parks Director William Mayland 

320-968-5079 • www.co.benton.mn.us 

Baseball 

Basketball 

Boat/Canoe Access 

Boat/Canoe Rental 

Canoe Sites 

Cross-Country Ski 

Disc golf 

Drive-in Sites 

Dumping Station 

electric Sites 

exercise trails 

Fishing 

group Camp Center 

handicap Acces. pier 

historic Site 

hockey 

horse Camp 

horseshoes 

horse trails 

ice Skating 

interpretive program 

Kitchen 

nature Center 

picnic Facilities 

play equipment 

Rest Rooms 

Rock Climbing 

Shower 

Skate Ski 

Ski/Showshoe Rental 

Snowmobile 

Soccer 

Softball 

Swimming 

table-grill 

tennis 

Visitor Center 

Volleyball 

Wading pool/Splash pad 

Walk-in Sites 

Warming house 

Winter Sliding 

St. Cloud Park & reC. 

320-255-7216 • www.ci.stcloud.mn.us 

Sauk raPidS ParkS 

320-258-5300 • www.ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us 

Waite Park Park & reC. 

320-252-6822 • www.waitepark.org 

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SherBurne national 

Wildlife refuge 

763-389-3323 

www.fws.gov/midwest/sherburne 

17076 293rd Avenue, 

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AreA golF courses 

Golf At the RidGes! 

320-259-7944 

We are located on Co. Rd. 74 

in St. Cloud, MN 

close to area hotels! 

320-259-0551 

Located on Pinecone Rd. 

in Sartell, MN 

newly remodeled! 

scenic 9-hole courses with driving 

ranges and beautiful indoor taverns. 

320-257-Golf 


Sartell’s spectacular, newest 18-hole facility. Pro shop, 

bar & grill, driving range, lessons, banquet facility. PGA 

professional on staff. Weddings, parties, meetings and 

receptions. Memberships available. Come experience 

the beauty and challenge of Blackberry Ridge! 

open to the public! 

Tennis 

St. Cloud enjoys a national reputation for being a 

city that nurtures tennis. You’ll find outdoor courts 

throughout the city, or tennis enthusiasts can play 

all year-round indoors at Gold’s Gym, 850 Pine 

Cone Rd., Sartell. 320-258-0133 or 320-654- 

9090. www.goldsgym.com. Open daily 6 a.m.-11 

p.m. Call the St. Cloud Parks and Recreation 

Department for information on outdoor tennis 

courts in St. Cloud. 320-255-7216. 

Trap Range 

Del-Tone/Luth Gun Club 

3322 12th St. SE, St. Cloud (near airport) 

320-251-9873 • www.del-tone-luth.com • 12-g 

Open all year. Largest in upper Midwest. Offers 

trap, skeet, sporting clays, rifle and pistol ranges, 

archery range. Campgrounds available. 

Tubing 

Along the 

Mississippi! 

320-558-4653 

1100 Main St., 

Clearwater, MN 55320 

Eagle Trace Golf & Event Center is an 18-hole 

championship course located along the Mississippi 

River. Practice facility, meeting rooms, bar & grill. 

Groups welcome. Make your Tee-Time at 

www.eagletracegolf.com 

7 miles south of st. cloud! 

Two Rivers Campground & Tubing 

Located just 18 miles north of 

St. Cloud on Hwy. 10 • 320-584-5125 

www.tworiverscampground.net 

Ad pg. 37 • north of 7-a 

Featuring one of Minnesota’s finest inner tube float 

trips! 

Water Trails 

Central Minnesota is fortunate to have two 

designated water trails, the Mississippi River and 

the Sauk River. 

Winter Sports 

Stay warm each winter with exciting intercollegiate 

sports at area colleges and universities. There are 

plenty of teams to cheer on: men’s and women’s 

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320-398-2285 

Located 15 minutes 

south of St. Cloud 

on Hwy. 15 

Weekdays 

$29 

one of the area’s most 

beautiful courses! 

00 for 18 w/cart 

Weekends 

$3300 for 18 w/cart 

$ 20 00 

$ 30 00 

9 holes 18 holes 

with 1/2 cARt with 1/2 cARt 

Coupon may be used Mon.-Fri. and weekends after 3 p.m. 

Offer good through 2012 season. 

9-hole golf course was established in 1929 with the second 

9-holes being added in 1997. Course is tucked into woods 

with elevated t-boxes. Also has 2-tier driving range. 

320-243-4111 • 1-877-399-2558 

Located 30 miles west of St. Cloud on Hwy. 23. 

it’s worth the trip to 

see the 17th hole! 

basketball teams at St. Cloud State University, St. 

John’s University and the College of Saint Benedict, 

as well as fast-paced hockey action at the National 

Hockey Center at SCSU with the nationally-ranked 

NCAA Division I Huskies. Call for schedules: SCSU: 

320-308-2137; SJU: 320-363-2595; CSB: 320- 

363-5301. 

YMCA 

St. Cloud Area Family YMCA 

1530 Northway Drive, St. Cloud, MN 56303 

320- 253-2664 

www.scymca.org • 7-h 

Daily passes offered. Fitness center, pool, 

gymnasium activities, racquetball, New Kids’ Gym 

Play Center and much more. Check us out! Hours: 

Mon.-Fri. 5:15 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat. 6 a.m.- 

7 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

MoVing to the AReA 


At the pArk with miles, JAdA ANd dANielle 

Welcome to Central Minnesota! 

The area offers many family friendly 

neighborhoods, low crime, a business- 

friendly region, high-quality health care 

offerings, and, just simply, a superb 

place to live, work and raise a family. 

For more information about moving 

here or relocating your business to 

the area, contact the St. Cloud Area 

Chamber of Commerce, 320-251-2940, 

St. Cloud Economic Development, 320- 

650-3111. 



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Central Minnesota 

Located one hour northwest of the Twin Cities, and one hour south of the 

northern lakes and forests of the state, St. Cloud is central to both tourism 

and commerce. The area comprises several communities: St. Cloud, Waite 

Park, Sartell, St. Joseph and Sauk Rapids, and three counties: Stearns, 

Sherburne and Benton. The region has experienced extraordinary growth in 

the past decade and, in fact, remains the most rapidly growing metropolitan 

area in the state. Manufacturing, retail and service industries are the 

commercial backbone of the region, equally supported by the extensive, 

highly productive farming and dairy endeavors. 

A Safe Community 

You’ll find safe neighborhoods, easy access to recreation, excellent health 

care and abundant cultural and educational opportunities in the region. Rolling 

farmlands, sparkling lakes, peaceful woodlands and many nearby state parks 

make the area an ideal place in which to reside. And, don’t forget, a river runs 

through it. The mighty Mississippi River is a constant, scenic presence in the 

region. 

Childcare 

St. Cloud residents place a prime emphasis on family. Combined with a strong 

work ethic in the community, area residents have placed a high value on quality 

child care. As a result, a variety of options exist to meet the diverse needs of the 

area’s expanding population. For information contact: Child Care Choices: 320- 

251-5081. Kidstop: 320-252-7616. 

Financial 

Liberty Savings Bank, FSB 

5801 Ridgewood Rd., St. Cloud, MN • 3-i • 320-252-1500 

818 2nd St. S., Waite Park • 3-k • 320-258-3256 

111 7th Ave. S., St. Cloud, MN • 8-j • 320-252-2841 

3299 Roosevelt Rd., St. Cloud, MN • 9-n • 320-258-5444 

www.libertysavings.com • Ad this pg. 

Enjoying continuous local ownership for over 70 years, Liberty is a leading 

provider of retail banking products in the St. Cloud area and is Central 

Minnesota’s Home Loan Lender. 

Moving & Storage 

Red’s Transfer and Storage 

619 Lincoln Ave. N.E., St. Cloud • 320-251-2833 • 1-800-825-2833 

www.redstransfer.com • 9-i 

Our staff, with Allied Van Lines, provides the best possible services locally and 

across the country. Now available, Go Minis ® , portable moving and storage 

solutions. 

Welcoming Service 

Newcomer Service 

320-257-0679 • www.newcomerservice.net • Ad this pg. 

Welcome to the community! Contact us for your FREE Business & Community 

Guide loaded with everything you need to settle into your new home and 

community. 

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320.980-2872 

Central Minnesota’s 

Home Loan Source 

Downtown: 


252-2841 

Waite Park: 


258-3256 

sAFe NeighBorhoods 

Contact us today for your FREE 

Business & Community Guide! 

Gifts & Coupons | Community Information | Maps 

Church Guide | Children’s Directory 

Art & Specialty Directory | Professional Referral Service 

www.newcomerservice.net 

St. Cloud’s Oldest 

Name In Banking 

Westwood Area: 

5801 Ridgewood Rd., St. Cloud 

252-1500 

Southside: 


258-5444 

1-888-850-BaNk 

www.libertysavings.com 

Member FDIC 

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Top 10 Things To Do 

In Central Minnesota 

1. Enjoy a walk along the scenic 

Mississippi River. 

2. Stroll through Clemens Gardens 

and Munsinger Gardens. 

3. Check out the “gadgets” at the 

Stearns History Museum. 

4. “Par” for the course. You 

can play a round of golf at a 

different golf course each day of 

the week for two weeks straight 

and still not play them all! 

5. Watch the River Bats play great 

baseball. 

6. Shop Crossroads, 

mid-Minnesota’s largest 

enclosed shopping center. 

7. Ski the lighted trails at 

Quarry Park. 

Historical St.Cloud 

Discover 

Historic 


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st. cloud 

river 

BAts 

Play a round of frisbee golf at 

Riverside Park or one of our 

other area frisbee golf courses. 

9. Plan to play at Summerland’s 

Giant Waterslide Park. Drive a 

go-kart, play mini golf or ride 

the bumper boats. Great on a 

Minnesota hot summer day. 

10. Walk, hike or bike the Lake 

Wobegon Regional Trail. 

DAY OnE: 

Stearns History Museum. 235 S. 33rd Ave. 

320-253-8424. St. Cloud Map 5-g. Two floors of 

exhibits, gift shop and an extensive research library. 

Current exhibits include: a Pantown car, the granite 

industry and area immigration. Small admission fee. 

www.stearns-museum.org 

Quarry Park. Stearns County Parks, 255-6172. 

St. Cloud Map 3-m. The largest park in the 

Stearns County Parks System, Quarry Park is a 

fascinating look at the early granite industry in the 

area. 30 granite quarries, most of which are now 

filled with water, form picturesque rock-fringed 

ponds; sizeable hills of quarried rock remnants; an 

observation deck; hiking and biking trails; lighted 

ski trails, rock-climbing cliffs; swimming quarry 

and dock; woodlands, wetlands and open prairie 

terrain. www.co.stearns.mn.us 

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DAY TWO: 

Paramount Theatre and Arts District. 913 W. 

Saint Germain St. 320-259-5463. St. Cloud Map 9-e. 

The Paramount Theatre, originally known as the 

Sherman Theatre, opened on Christmas Eve in 1921. 

Today, after an extensive renovation, the Paramount 

Arts District is home to several arts organizations 

and the Paramount Art Gallery. Check out the lobby 

for current visual arts displays and peek in to see 

the beautifully renovated auditorium. For tickets 

and schedule information, call 320-259-5463. 


Historic Stearns County Courthouse. 725 

Courthouse Square, Downtown St. Cloud. 

Downtown Council 320-257-8600. St. Cloud map 

9-e. This historic landmark, with its illuminated 

clock, was built in 1922. The distinctive dome soars 

109 feet above the street. One of the courtrooms 

was used in the movie, The Mighty Ducks. 

Munsinger Gardens. Riverside Dr. SE and 13th 

St. South. St. Cloud map 11-f. Clemens Gardens. 

Michigan Avenue and Kilian Boulevard. St. Cloud 

map 11-f. Dating back to the 1920s, spring through 

fall, these gardens along the Mississippi River are a 

gorgeous mix of annuals and perennials, trees and 

shrubs. Renaissance Fountain, historic log cabin, 

magnificent trelliage, stone balustrades, gazebo, 

lily pond, and paved walking paths. Gift Shop open 

seasonally.

We are ignoring the stigma attached to “senior citizen” 

and making active decisions regarding the way we spend 

our retirement years. Many of us are going back to school, 

starting businesses, even training for triathlons. We are 

redefining our place in society by taking control of how we 

live, work and play. Here are some opportunities available 

for adults age 55+ in the St. Cloud community. 

• Whitney Senior Center (WSC) is committed to helping 

expand minds through lifelong learning because education 

begins at birth and continues long after retirement. 

Interested in learning more about our innovative and mind 

enriching programs? Join us at WSC for our orientation 

offered weekly on Mondays starting at 10:30 a.m. and the 

2nd Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. We will give you a 

glimpse of our facility, programs and services. Check out 

our newly updated website (www.whitneyseniorcenter. 

org) for more information on how WSC can serve you. 

• St. Cloud Area Greeters a volunteer organization 

devoted to welcome convention attendees and greet at 

various tourism related events. 

• RSVP, the Retired and Senior Volunteer 

Program places hundreds of volunteers, 55 

and over, in public and non-profit agencies in 

Central Minnesota. Help make your community 

a better place! 

our seNior 

commuNity 

The experience of maturing is rapidly evolving, forcing us to 

rethink what it means to “grow old.” 

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• Central Minnesota Council on Aging and the Senior LinkAge 

Line ® are the places to call for information about senior housing, 

Medicare, transportation, home health care and other seniorrelated 

questions. 

Whitney Senior Center 320-255-7245 

RSVP 320-255-7295 

Central Minnesota Council on Aging 320-253-9349 

Senior LinkAge Line ® 1-800-333-2433

eDuCAtion 


A prime decision point, when 

considering a move to the area, is 

the quality of the region’s schools. 

In Central Minnesota, you’ll find an 

impressive variety of excellent public 

and private elementary and secondary 

schools, as well as four colleges 

and universities: St. Cloud State 

University, St. John’s University, 

College of St. Benedict and 

St. Cloud Technical and 

Community College. 



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prepArAtory school 

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st. JohN’s uNiversity FootBAll 

Elementary/High Schools 

Cathedral High School 


www.chsj23.org • Ad pg. 71 • 8-j 

Catholic Community Schools 

Catholic Community Schools Administration • 320-257-2139 

catholiccommunityschools.org 

Holdingford Public Schools District #738 

Holdingford, MN • 320-746-2221 

www.edline.net/pages/Holdingford_Public_Schools • Ad pg. 73 

Rocori School District #750 

534 N. 5th Ave., Cold Spring 

320-685-4901 • www.rocori.k12.mn.us • Ad this pg. 

ROCORI’s highly regarded public school system features strong academic and 

activity opportunities. Rockville, Cold Spring, and Richmond Elementary sites 

support a 6-12 Secondary program. 

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st. cloud christiAN school 

rocori schools 

St. Cloud Area School District #742 

320-253-9333 

www.isd742.org • info@isd742.org 

Ad pg. 73 

Our mission is to prepare all learners, in partnership 

with their families and the community, to live and 

contribute within a changing and diverse world. 

St. Cloud Christian School 

430 3rd Ave. N.E. 

320-252-8182 

www.stcloudchristianschool.com • 8-h 

An independent, non-denominational Christian day 

school. Offering college-preparatory instruction 

for kindergarten through grade 12. Limited class 

sizes incorporating prayer and biblical principles 

throughout the day. 

Saint John’s Prep School 

1857 Watertower Road, Collegeville 

(Sharing the campus with St. John’s University) 

320-363-3321 • 1-800-525-7737 

www.sjprep.net 

Ad pg. 75 • Map pg. 88 

Saint John’s Prep is a Catholic/Benedictine, 

co-educational, day and boarding, International 

Baccalaureate, college preparatory school offering 

grades 6-12, with boarding beginning in 9th grade. 

Sartell-St. Stephen School District #748 

320-253-2440 • www.sartell.k12.mn.us 

The Sartell-St. Stephen School District is widely 

known for its excellence in academics, athletics and 

achievements in theater, speech, band, drumline, 

and much more. 

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Sauk Rapids-Rice Public School District #47 

1833 N.E. Osauka Rd., Sauk Rapids 

320-253-4703 • www.isd47.org 

Universities 

College of Saint Benedict 

10 minutes west of St. Cloud 

(just off Hwy. 75, St. Joseph) • 320-363-5407 

Ad pg. 75 • Map pg. 88 

College of Saint Benedict is a private, nationally 

recognized Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts college 

for women, joined in a unique partnership with Saint 

John’s University. 

Minnesota School of Business 


320-257-2000 • 1-866-403-3333 • 3-k 

Minnesota School of Business prepares students 

for rewarding careers in business, health science, 

technology, legal science and creative media. 


720 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-308-2244 

www.stcloudstate.edu/scsu4u • Ad pg. 75 • 9-k 

St. Cloud State University offers more than 18,000 

undergraduate and graduate students nearly 200 

degree programs, many of them accredited by 

national and international organizations. 

St. Cloud Technical 

& Community College 

1540 Northway Dr., St. Cloud 

1-800-222-1009 • 320-654-5000 • 7-h 

Offering over 100 education options. Short-term 

certificates, one or two-year diplomas, two-year 

Associate of Applied Science degrees, and 

certificates of advanced specialization are available. 

Saint John’s University 

Fifteen minutes west of St. Cloud off I-94, 

Collegeville • 320-363-2011 

Ad pg. 75 • Map pg. 88 

Saint John’s University is a private, nationally 

recognized Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts college 

for men, joined in a unique partnership with nearby 

College of Saint Benedict.

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ceNtrAcAre heArt & vAsculAr ceNter 

St. Cloud has emerged as a major 

regional health care center. 

More than 340 physicians at the 

St. Cloud Hospital provide stateof-the-art 

services in specialty areas 

such as cardiac surgery, neonatal 

intensive care and oncology. 

HMO’s and several associated clinics 

also offer high quality, extensive care 

to area residents. 

For information, call: St. Cloud 

Hospital 320-251-2700; Veterans 

Affairs Medical Center 320-252- 

1670; Physician Referral Service 

320-252- 8550 (non-profit). 

CentraCare Clinic 

River Campus: 1200 6th Ave. N., St. Cloud 

320-252-5131 

Heartland: 1520 Whitney Court, St. Cloud 

320-251-1775 

Women & Children: 

1900 CentraCare Circle, St. Cloud 

OB/GYN 320-654-3630 

Pediatrics 320-654-3610 

Health Plaza: 

1900 CentraCare Circle, St. Cloud 

320-229-4917 • 8-h 

Insight Eye Care 


320-253-0365 • www.insighteyecare.us 

Ad pg. 78 • 4-k 

With 3 locations in Central Minnesota, 

fostering long term, caring relationships with 

its patients by providing exceptional care and 

using state-of-the-art technology. 

Midsota Plastic Surgeons 

3701 12th St. N., Ste. 100, St. Cloud 

320-253-7257 • www.midsota.com 

Ad pg. 77 • 5-h 

Setting a standard of excellence in the 

cosmetic and reconstructive industry. Our 

physicians are all board certified by the 

American Board of Plastic Surgery. 

Paynesville Area Health Care System 

200 W. 1st St., Paynesville, MN 56362 

320-243-3779 • 1-800-242-3767 

www.pahcs.com • Ad pg. 94 • Map pg. 92 

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yo’s cliNic 

Rejuv Medical Clinic 

2330 Troop Dr., Ste. 105A, Sartell 

320-217-8480 

www.rejuvmedical.com • Ad pg. 79 • 3-f 

Joel Baumgartner, M.D., a board certified 

physician, specializes in non-surgical 

orthopedics and sports medicine. 

Approximately 90% of injuries can be 

effectively treated at Rejuv Medical.

St. Cloud Hospital 

1406 6th Ave. N., St. Cloud, MN 56303 • 320-251-2700 

www.centracare.com • Ad pg. 78 • 8-h 

St. Cloud Hospital, part of CentraCare Health System, provides a complete 

continuum of health care services to nearly 700,000 people throughout a 

12-county area of Central Minnesota. 

St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates, LTD 

1901 Connecticut Ave. S., Sartell • 320-259-4100 

www.stcloudorthopedics.com • Ad this pg. • 7-h 

Specializing in the treatment of bone and joint injuries or diseases since 1955. 

Providing general and specialized orthopedic care for both children and adults. 

The Good Shepherd Community 

1115 4th Ave. N., Sauk Rapids • 320-259-3476 

11175 27th Ave. S.E., Becker • 763-262-8000 

www.GoodShepherdCampus.org • Ad pg. 71 • 7-f 

Personal Care With the Comforts of Home! Senior apartments, assisted living, 

ACE rehab, nursing home, memory care, home care. 

St. Cloud Surgical Center 

1526 Northway Drive, St. Cloud • 320-251-8385 • 1-800-349-7272 

www.stcsurgicalcenter.com • Ad pg. 79 • 7-h 

First Ambulatory Surgical Center in Minnesota. Specializing in quality outpatient 

surgery, 23-hour extended care. Providing safe, caring, cost efficient, quality care in a 

warm, personalized setting. 

St. Cloud VA Health Care System 

4801 Veterans Dr., St. Cloud, MN 56303 

General information: 320-252-1670 

or 800-247-1739 

Apply for enrollment: 320-255-6340 

www.st.cloudva.gov • Ad page 79 • 4-i 

St. Cloud VA Health Care System delivers excellence in health care and 

compassionate service to Central Minnesota Veterans. Locations in St. 

Cloud, Brainerd, Montevideo, and Alexandria. 

StillPointe Natural Health Center 

1090 2nd St. S., Ste. D, Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-203-8266 

www.StillPointe.net • Ad this pg. & 85 • 3-f 

Offering chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, nutrition and weight management. 

With locations downtown St. Cloud and Sartell, we will help YOU find natural 

strategies for YOUR total wellness. 

Yo’s Clinic 

311 3rd Ave. N., Sartell, MN 56377 • 320-252-2442 

www.yosclinic.com • Ads pgs. 53 and 85 • 5-d 

The ultimate in health services and relaxation. 

Weight Loss/Health 

Rejuv Medical Weight Loss & Performance Center 

210 3rd St. N., Waite Park • 320-281-5100 • www.rejuvmedical.com •Ad pg. 79 • 3-f 

Clean eating and exercise, combined with a medical evaluation with our 

physician, takes the guess work out of weight loss. It’s not a forever plan. 

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1.888.Midsota 

320.253.7257 

www.midsota.com 


Alexandria 

Brainerd 

Maple Grove 

Pequot Lakes 

Imagine the possibilities. 

From your consultation to surgery through recovery, we at 

Midsota Plastic Surgeons want you to have a superior experience. 

Midsota Surgical Suites, our state-of-the-art surgical facility provides 

you with a convenient and relaxing environment. 

Breast Augmentation • Breast Lift 

Nasal Surgery • Facelifts • Eyelid Surgery 

Liposuction • Tummy Tuck • Breast Reduction 

Breast Reconstruction • BOTOX ® • Fillers 

Check out our webiste and learn about upcoming 

events, special offers and our complete list of services. 

MeDiCAL 

1-800-264-2940

www.granitecountry.com MeDiCAL 

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Accredited by 

Accreditation Association 

for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. 

St. Cloud Surgical Center 

1526 Northway Drive • St. Cloud • 251-8385 • 800-349-7272 

www.stcsurgicalcenter.com 

St. Cloud VA Health 

Care System 

Veteran-Centered Health Care 

• Serving Veterans since 1924 

• Primary care, surgical care, specialty care 

extended care and mental health 

We strive to hire only the BEST! 

For employment opportunities, call Human Resources at (320) 255-6301, 

or log on to vacareers.va.gov 

• High patient satisfaction 

• Compassionate hometown service 

• Serving central Minnesota and the upper midwest 

• Competitive salaries, excellent benefits, great patients! 

• Four locations: St. Cloud, Alexandria, Brainerd 

and Montevideo 

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Area Employers 

Bernick’s Beverages & Vending • 3-k 

801 Sundial Dr., Waite Park 

320-252-6441 • www.bernicks.com 

A fourth-generation family-owned business 

established in 1916 that provides full service 

beverage, vending and food service solutions. 

Please visit our website for more information. 

Cold Spring Granite 

17482 Granite West Rd., 

Cold Spring, MN 56320 • 320-685-3621 

www.coldspringgranite.com 

Ad pg. 19 • Map pg. 92 

Founded in 1898 and one of the largest 

producers of natural stone and bronze product 

solutions for the commercial, memorialization, 

landscaping and residential markets. 

GNP Company 

P.O. Box 1106, St. Cloud • 320-251-3750 

www.gnpcompany.com • Ad pg. 86 • 4-k 

GNP Company is a family-owned provider of 

premium chicken products to retail, deli and 

foodservice customers throughout the Midwest 

and other parts of the country. 

St. Cloud VA Health Care System 

4801 Veterans Dr., St. Cloud, MN 56303 

General information: 320-252-1670 

or 800-247-1739 

Human Resources: 320-255-6301 

www.vacareers.va.gov • Ad page 79 • 4-i 

Our employees are rewarded with meaningful 

work, competitive salaries, generous benefits 

(including leave accrual, mobility, and educational 

assistance), and opportunities for advancement. 

Stone Crafters 

25940 99th Ave., St. Cloud (Hwy. 23 West) 

320-251-4111 • www.stonecraftersinc.com 

Ad pg. 15 • west of 1-l 

Discover The World of Granite! Showroom. 

Economic Development 

St. Cloud Economic Development 

400 2nd St. S., St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-650-3111 • www.ci.stcloud.mn.us 

Ad pg. 81 • 9-j 

Creating opportunities for business success 

by providing resources for existing and new 

businesses, including site location assistance, 

area demographics, workforce development, 

and business expansion financing programs. 

Organizations 

Paynesville Area Chamber of Commerce 

115 Augusta Ave., Paynesville, MN 56362 

(Located 90 miles N.W. of Mpls. on Hwy. 55 or 

30 miles west of St. Cloud on Hwy. 23) 

320-243-3233 • 800-547-9034 

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www.paynesvillearea.com 

Ad pg. 94 • Map pg. 92 

A favorite for fishing, boating, swimming, golf, 

unique local trails, hiking, biking, snowmobiling 

and cross-country skiing. Excellent business 

climate, schools, churches and civic 

organizations. 

St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce 

110 S. 6th Ave., St. Cloud, MN 

320-251-2940, ext 100 

www.StCloudAreaChamber.com • 9-j 

The St. Cloud Area Chamber strives to create, 

protect and enhance a healthy business 

environment for our members. Area map and 

referrals to area businesses. 

The St. Cloud Downtown Council 


320-257-8600 • www.stclouddowntown.com 

Ads pgs. 15, 58 & 59 • 8-j 

A non-profit organization supported by 

its members for the improvement and 

advancement of Downtown. Check us out on 

our website or stop by our office! 

Sons of Norway 

Whitney Senior Center 

1527 Northway Dr., St. Cloud 

320-255-7245 • 320-252-6230 • 7-g 

Our mission is to promote and preserve the 

heritage and culture of Norway. Cultural and 

fellowship meetings of the local lodge are free 

and open to the public.

Fast Facts 

Population ......................................................................................65,656 

Regional Population .....................................................................402,292 

Regional Labor Force ....................................................................224,469 

Regional Employment ..................................................................150,255 

Retail Sales ............................................................................$800-Million 

Top 15 Employers 

CentraCare Health System .......4,051 

State of Minnesota ....................2,132 

Veterans Administration ...........1,277 

Electrolux Home Products .......1,202 

School District #742 ....................900 

New Flyer of America. .................534 

St. Cloud City Hall • 320-255-7200 

www.ci.stcloud.mn.us 

St. Cloud Economic Development • 320-650-3111 

Shovel Ready Sites | Business Financing 

Highest labor participation in the state and nation! 

Wolters Kluwer Financial 

Services .......................................521 

ING Direct ...................................499 

Bluestem Brands Inc.. ..................483 

Coborn’s Inc., ..............................459 

City of St. Cloud ..........................442 

Stearns County ............................429 

Spee Dee Delivery Services ..........350 

Antioch Company/Creative 

Memories .....................................340 

Woodcraft Industries ...................324 

Grede Foundries ..........................324 

Source: City Assessors Office 2010

ViSitoR SeRViCeS 


St. Cloud and the surrounding area 

attract visitors from all over the 

region, state, nation and world. 

If you’re planning a visit to the area 

for a meeting in St. Cloud any time 

soon, the folks at the St. Cloud Area 

Convention and Visitors Bureau 

can answer your questions. Contact 

them at 320-251-4170 or 1-800- 

264-2940 or by logging on at www. 

granitecountry.com 



Ad pg. 25 • 8-j 



4th oF July 

St. Cloud Rest Area and Travel 

Information Center Highway 10 

12-l 

Information ranging from accommodations 

to attractions. Watch for the painted silo. 

Refreshments, picnic, walking areas, 

restrooms, map, tourism and road information. 

St. Cloud State Welcome Center 


320-308-6100 • 9-j 

The Welcome Center at Coborn Plaza is 

a wonderful example of a public/private 

partnership. 

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metro Bus At the greAt river regioNAl liBrAry 

Car Rental 

Enterprise-St. Cloud 

St. Cloud Regional Airport 

320-240-9000 • 1-800-736-8222 

www.enterprise.com • 10-c 

Hertz Rent A Car 

320-229-0409 • www.hertz.com • 10-c 

Convention Services 

& Facilities 

A&N Convention Services 

P.O. Box 6215, St. Cloud, MN 56302 

320-253-4050

D.B. Searle’s 

18th S. 5th Ave., St. Cloud • 320-253-0655 • www.dbsearles.com 

Ad pg. 58 • 10-e 

Unique charm of 1886 construction. Located near River’s Edge Convention 

Center. For groups of 10-100 people. 

Eagle Trace Golf & Event Center 

1100 Main St., Clearwater, MN 55320 

320-558-4653 • www.eagletracegolf.com 

Ad pg. 67 • Map pg. 87 

Weddings, Anniversaries, Special Events, Birthday & Holiday Parties, and 

Business Meetings. Three private meeting rooms for 200 plus. 

River’s Edge Convention Center 

10 4th Ave. S., St. Cloud • 320-255-7272 • 800-450-7272 

StCloudRiversEdgeConventionCenter.com • Ad pg. 13 • 8-i 

Transportation 

No visitors guide would be complete without the declaration: “All roads lead to 

St. Cloud.” In this case, all roads, railroad tracks and flight patterns lead to St. 

Cloud. Here‘s a list of transportation services provided in the area. 

Amtrak 

555 E. St. Germain St., St. Cloud, MN 56304 

1-800-872-7245 • www.amtrak.com • 9-i 

Call for arrival and departure times. 

Care Cab 

2600 7th St. N., St. Cloud • 320-251-6261 • 800-535-7190 

www.caretransportation.com • 6-j 

Provides non-emergency wheelchair and stretcher transportation. Our riders are 

physically or mentally challenged people who do not need life support systems 

or medical attention while being transported. 

Executive Express 

320-253-2226 • 888-522-9899 • www.executiveexpress.biz • 8-o 

Providing daily shuttle service up to 10 times a day in the St. Cloud area and to 

the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. 

Jefferson Bus Lines 

Located at the Metro Bus Transit Center • 510 1st St. S., St. Cloud 

320-251-5411 • Schedule & fare info: www.jeffersonlines.com 9-e 

Intercity bus service to and from St. Cloud. 

Metro Bus Information 

Transit Center located on the corner of 1st St. and 5th Ave. S. 

in downtown St. Cloud • 320-251-RIDE (251-7433) • www.ridemetrobus.com 

Ad this pg. • 9-j 

Public transportation in St. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids and Waite Park, seven 

days a week. All buses are wheelchair accessible. Transit Center serves as hub 

for Jefferson Lines. 

Northstar Link 

1919 Lincoln Ave. S.E., St. Cloud 

(East side of St. Cloud at Hwy. 10 and Lincoln Ave.) 

877-LINK-010 (877-546-5010) • www.CatchTheLink.com • Ad page 29 • 9-h 

Providing fast, reliable, and safe workday and weekend commuter bus service 

between St. Cloud, Becker and Big Lake. Connects with Northstar commuter 

rail in Big Lake. 

St. Cloud Regional Airport 

1550 45th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud 

(4 miles east of Downtown St. Cloud on Del Tone Road) 

Airport Administration at 320-255-7292 

www.stcloudairport.com • 10-c 

Modern air traffic control tower, 7,000 foot runway, precision ILS for inclement 

weather operations, commercial airline terminal, T Hangar rental, and full-service 

Fixed Base Operator. 

Yellow Cab 

2600 7th St. N., St. Cloud • 320-251-5050 

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

Tourism 

Explore Minnesota Tourism 

100 Metro Square, 121 7th Place E., St. Paul, MN 55101 

1-800-TOURISM (868-7476) • www.exploreminnesota.com 

St. Cloud Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 

525 Hwy. 10 S., Ste. 1, St. Cloud, MN 56304 

320-251-4170 • 1-800-264-2940 • www.granitecountry.com • 10-j 

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locAl FestivAl 

ViSitoR SeRViCeS 

1-800-264-2940

FAith & FeLLoWShip 


FAith & Fellowship 

Bethlehem Lutheran Church 

4310 Cty. Rd. 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-251-8356 

www.bethlehemlutheran.org/visitors • 4-l 

Please call or visit website for worship times. 

Church of Christ of St. Cloud 

2950 Co. Rd. 136, St. Cloud, MN 56301 

320-251-4094/291-PRAY 

www.stcloudchurchofchrist.org • 5-n 

Sunday School: 9 a.m. 

Worship: Sun. 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. 

(No 5 p.m. worship 2nd Sun.) 

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. 

Hope Covenant Church 


320-257-HOPE (4673) 

www.hopecovenant.org • 9-j 

Worship Celebration: Sun. 10:00 a.m. 

Sunday School for all: 9:00 a.m. 

Child and Youth Programs: Wednesday 

evenings 

Messiah Lutheran Church 

320 4th Ave. N., Sartell, MN 56377 

320-252-5883 

www.imperfectpeopleonly.com • 4-b 

Worship: 9 a.m. 

Educational Hour: 10:20 a.m. 

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 

2875 10th Ave. N.E., 

Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 

320-251-8115 

www.sacredheartsaukrapids.org • 10-g 

Services: Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8 & 10 a.m. 


Sacred Heart Chapel 

104 Chapel Ln., 

St. Joseph, MN 56374 

320-363-7100 

www.sbm.osb.org • Map pg. 88 

Masses: Mon.-Thurs. 5 p.m., Sat. 11:30 a.m., 

Sun. 10:30 a.m. 

Temple of Faith Church 

529 16th Ave. N., St. Cloud, MN 56303 

320-230-7729 

www.templeoffaith.org • 9-j 

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. 

Something is Brewing in Cold Spring 

Cold Spring Bakery. 308 Main 

St., Cold Spring. 320-685-8681. 

Delighting customers with fresh 

baked goods for over 55 years. 

Breads, 30 kinds of cookies, and 12 

different kinds of bars, including 

their popular turtle bars. Equally 

famous are their specialty cakes, 

rolls and cookies. 

Cold Spring Brewery. 219 North 

Red River Ave. 320-685-8686. 

The largest brewery in Minnesota. 

It is also the #1 energy drink and 

specialty drink producer in the 

country. Founded in 1857, the 

Brewery survived the prohibition 

years by producing “near beer” 

and soda. Tours available, call 

ahead 320-685-8686. 

Third Street Brewhouse. 219 

North Red River Ave. 320-685- 

8686. Newly opened, we’re all 

about great craft beer taste. Take 

in lodge-style surroundings, a 

guided tour or a frothy sip. Sample 

our full line of craft beers. 

Grasshopper Chapel. Highway 

23 West to Cold Spring. Church 

of St. Boniface. Watch for the 

sign that marks a left-hand turn. 

320-685-3280. Built to honor the 

power of prayer, the Chapel pays 

homage to the miracle of an April 

26, 1877 snowstorm, which halted 

a devastating grasshopper plague. 

Often a pilgrimage, there is also 

a shrine, including the stunning 

Stations of the Cross. 

Hooper’s Yak Ranch. 15813 

Christmas Tree Road. 320-685- 

4489. Appointments only. Tour 

the largest yak ranch in the Eastern 

half of North America. For more 

information: www.yak-man.com 

The Pillar Inn. 419 Main St. 320- 

685-3828. Drive by this grand 

old Cold Spring home which is 

now a B & B. Tours available by 

appointment. Minimal fee. 

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The Cold Spring Granite 

Company. One of the largest 

granite quarrying and fabrication 

operations in the world. In 

operation since 1886, the 

company has produced granite 

for buildings all over the world, 

including the Air Force Academy 

and the columns at the Minnesota 

State Capitol.

sartell City Hall 

320-253-2171 

www.sartellmn.com 

total population .................................................................... 14,444 

Median Resident Age ..............................................................30.9 

Median household income ............................................ $58,069 

Median housing Value ...................................................$178,708 

sauk rapids City Hall 

320-258-5300 

www.ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us 

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district #748 

320-656-3701 

www.sartell.k12.mn.us 

total population ............................................................................................................................... 11,956 

Median Resident Age ........................................................................................................................32.3 

Median household income .......................................................................................................$55,821 

Median housing Value ..............................................................................................................$163,999 

Bernicks pepsi 

arena 

320-240-9233 

Trained in China and U.S.A. 

Professional Massage Since 1990 

Tuina (Deep Medical Massage) 

Swedish Oil Massage 

Position Release 

Acupressure 

Ear Candling 

Foot Reflexology 

Raindrop Therapy 

Gift Certificates 

Angela & Jeremy 

Olson 

320.252.2442 • www.yosclinic.com 

311 3rd Avenue N., Sartell, MN

cruisiNg the 

mississippi river 

Great 

RiveR Road 

If it’s variety you seek, you’ll find it along the Great River Road. Not only 

do we boast the mighty Mississippi River and its breathtaking scenery, 

we have terrific lakes, great museums, the historic Charles A. Lindbergh 

childhood site, big-name outlet stores, quaint shops, delightful art fairs 

and inviting eateries. Without a doubt, we’ve got it all! 

Albertville 

763-497-3384 

Becker 

763-261-4302 

www.ci.becker.mn.us 

-Freedom Days • June 16, 2012 

-Octoberfest • Oct 15-16, 2012 

Big Lake 

763-263-2107 

www.biglakemn.org 

Clear Lake 

320-743-3111 

www.clearlakemn.govoffice2.com 

-Firefighters Dance • July 28, 2012 

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320-558-4016 

800 Nelson Drive 

Suite 101 

Clearwater, MN 

www.dltacogringo.com 

Clearwater 

320-558-2428 

www.clearwatercity.com 

-Graniteman Triathlon 

July 14, 2012 

Little Falls 

1-800-325-5916 

www.LittleFallsMN.com 

-Art Fair • Sept 8-9, 2012 

Monticello 

763-295-2700 

www.monticellochamber.com 

-Walk ‘n Roll • June 16, 2012 

-Riverfest • July 12-15, 2012 

gReAt RiVeR RoAD 

1-800-264-2940

LAKe WoBegon 


The LakeWobegon 

Trail 

ridiNg the trAil 

Welcome to the Lake Wobegon Trail, the 

longest paved bike trail in America! The trail, a 

62-mile-long, 10-foot-wide, bituminous-surfaced 

hiking and biking pathway, passes through 

the picturesque towns and lush countryside of 

Central Minnesota. Named for the imaginary town 

created by storyteller Garrison Keillor, the former 

rail corridor passes by friendly cafes, antique 

shops, an amazing zoo, the world-famous St. 

John’s Abbey, two top-notch colleges and even a 

welcoming coffee shop or two. Bring your bike or 

walking shoes, and join us for fun on the Trail! 

Albany 

320-845-7777• www.albanymnchamber.com 

-Pioneer Days • Sept 16-18 2012 

Avon 

320-356-4115 • www.avonmnchamber.com 

-City-wide Garage Sale • May 5, 2012 

-Spunktacular Days • June 16, 2012 

Freeport 

320-836-2112 • www.freeportmn.org 

-Sacred Heart Parish Festival • July 22, 2012 

Holdingford 

320-746-2966 • 320-746-2637 

www.holdingfordmn.us 

-Holdingford Fun Days • July 13-14, 2012 

Melrose 

320-256-7174 • www.melrosemn.org 

-Murder Mystery Dinner Theater 

February 10-11, 2012 

-Melrose Riverfest Celebration • July 5-7, 2012 

-Halloween Party • October 31, 2012 

-Holiday Kick-Off • November 23, 2012 

New Munich 

-Immaculate Conception Festival • June 9, 2012 

St. Joseph 

320-363-7201 • www.stjosephchamber.com 

-31st Annual Tour of Saints Bicycle Ride 

July 4, 2012 

-Millstream Arts Festival • September 30, 2012 

St. Rose 

-St. Rose of Lima Festival • September 2, 2012 

Sauk Centre 

320-352-5201• www.SaukCentreChamber.com 

-Sinclair Lewis Days • July 15-22, 2012 

Trail Questions: 

LWTInfo@lakewobegontrails.com 

Stearns County Park Department: 

320-255-6172 

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TRAiL MiLeAGe: 

St. Joseph to Avon ...........9.0 mi 

Avon to Albany .................6.3 mi 

Albany to Freeport ............5.3 mi 

Freeport to Melrose ..........6.0 mi 

Melrose-Sauk Centre ........9.5 mi 

Albany-Holdingford ..........9.4 mi 

collegeville orchArd

“Best Breakfast”– 

served all day! 

luNCh AND DiNNer BuFFetS 

Large groups welcome! 

We cater family & business events too! 

Home Cooking 

sinCe 1972! 

Just 

5 minutes 

from 

st. Cloud! 

303 College Ave., St. Joseph, MN 

320-557-0030 • www.kayskitchen.us 

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Walk on the “Wild Side” with some of the most 

exotic animals of Africa, Australia 

and North America! 

26715 Co. Rd. 39, Freeport, MN 

320-836-2426 

www.hemkerzoo.com 

The penguinS 

are back! 

LAKe WoBegon 

1-800-264-2940

pioneeR tRAiL 


Located just 15 minutes south of St. Cloud on Hwy. 15 

$ 28 00 

18 holes 

with 1/2 cARt 

Good weekdays and after 1 p.m. on weekends 

through 2012 season. Excludes Holidays. 

Pioneer 

Annandale • 320-274-2474 • www.annandale.mn.us 

-Business Expo • April 2012 

-All City Garage Sale • May 2012 

-Fourth of July Celebration • June 30-July 4, 2012 

-Pioneer Park Events: pioneerpark.org 

Pancake Breakfast • April 2012 

Studebaker Day • May 19, 2012 

Country Church Service • July 1, 2012 

Fiddler’s Festival • Aug 19, 2012 

40th Anniversary Nobel Shadduck Fest • Sep 29, 2012 

Children’s Spooky Corn Maze • Month of Sept 

Fall Pancake Breakfast • Oct 14, 2012 

Harvest Festival & Craft Fair • Oct 27, 2012 

Halloween Spectacular • Oct 27, 2012 

Pioneer Christmas • Dec 1, 2012 

Eden Valley • 320-453-5251 

Kimball • 320-398-2725 

-Kimball Days • Aug 10-12, 2012 

Watkins • 320-764-6400 • www.cityofwatkins.com 

-Annual Fishing Contest • Jan 28, 2012 

-Kraut & Wurst Day • Aug 4, 2012 

$ 20 00 9 holes 

with 1/2 cARt 

Good weekdays and after 1 p.m. on weekends 

through 2012 season. Excludes Holidays. 

TRaiL 

glAciAl ridge wiNery 

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www.pioneerpark.org 

This is what Central 

Minnesota is all about. 

Gather your family for a 

warm summer’s day at a 

parade, or visit us in winter 

and head for the ski slopes. 

Arts and Crafts fairs 

reflect our creative side; 

our local Pioneer Village 

and a turn-of-the-century 

hotel celebrate our 

fascinating area history; 

and recreational attractions 

draw folks from all over 

the state. All that, and we 

also have nearby lakes and 

beaches to lure us to the 

Great Outdoors. 

320-274-8489 

725 Pioneer Park Trail 

(Hwy. 55 E.) Annandale, MN 

pioneerp@lakedalelink.net 

• Open Memorial 

Weekend- 

Oct. 14, 2012 

• Winter Hours Vary- 

Call or Email 

• Gate Admission 

Charge 

• Special Events

West Central Minnesota’s 

Premiere Winery! 

Just 40 miles south of 

St. Cloud on Glacial Ridge Trail 

2012 

Events 

320-796-9463 • www.glacialridgewinery.com 

15455 Old Mill Road & Highway 23 in Spicer, Minnesota 

• Producing “Award 

Winning” hand-crafted 

Minnesota Wines Since 

2007 

• Orchard Vineyard 

• Barrel Room Lounge 

• Tasting Room & Gift Shop 

• Open Year-Round for 

Tours, Tastings & Wine 

Sales 

• We put the Special in 

Your Event. The Wine 

Pavilion Event Center is 

Available for Weddings, 

Parties & Corporate Events. 

Annual Grape Stomp • September 8th 

Summer Concert Series • Mid May-Mid September 

• European Style Winery–family designed, 

built, and operated 

• Vineyard/Winery tours, wine tasting, store 

and food menu 

• 2012 Events: Quilt/Wine Show (June 23rd), 

3rd Anniversary Celebration (July 20th-22nd), 

Grape Stomp (October 6th-7th), plus more! 

April–December: Thurs. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., 

Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (January–March: Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.) 

Something for everyone... 

Petting farm • Train rides 

Pony rides • Giant slide 

Mini golf • Bounce barn 

Playground • Maze 

Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 

Sun. Noon-6 p.m. 

Located on Highway 55, 3.5 miles West of Eden Valley 

Open daily Memorial Day-Labor Day and Weekends in September & October! 

www.amazenfarmyard.com 

32025 State Highway 15, Kimball, MN 55353 • 320-398-2081 • www.MillnerHeritage.com 

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pioneeR tRAiL 

1-800-264-2940

www.granitecountry.com ChAin oF LAKeS 

BugBee hive resort 

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Chain of 

Lakes 

Plan to stay a while when visiting the Chain of Lakes. You’ll 

love our fantastic resorts, scenic campgrounds, unique 

shops and enough outdoor activities to satisfy kids of all 

ages. And there’s history here, too – charming B&B’s, a 

well-known bakery, a famous brewery, and loads of antique 

shops. Plus, don’t forget to take in a colorful festival or two. 

el rANcho mãNANA 

Cold Spring 

320-685-3653 

www.coldspringmn.com 

-Hometown Pride Days 

July 26-28, 2012 

-Pride Days 

Aug 18-19, 2012 

-St. Boniface Parish Festival 

Aug 18-19, 2012 

Paynesville 

320-243-3233 

1-800-507-9034 

www.paynesvillechamber.org 

-Town & Country Days 

June 12-15, 2012 

-Airport Fly-In 

TBD 

-Relay for Life 

June 22-23,2012 

Richmond 

320-597-2075 

www.ci.richmond.mn.us 

-River Lake Days 

July 19-21, 2012 

-MN Bluegrass & Old Time 

Music Festival 

(El Rancho Mañana) 

August 9-12, 2012 

Rockville 

320-251-5836 

www.rockvillecity.org 

-Rock-Fest July 7, 2012

Contact John Hooper 

To Schedule Your Visit! 

Hoopers’ 

Yak rancH 

320-685-4489 • 320-266-8090 cell 

15813 Christmas Tree Rd., Cold Spring, MN 56320 

yak-man@yak-man.com 

koroNis hills golF cluB 

See the 

largest 

herd of 

yak in the 

eastern half 

of North 

America! 

Plus... 

purchase 

frozen yak 

meat! 

(320) 243-4448 

29659 Queen Bee Lane, 

Paynesville, MN 56362 

• Fabulous Accommodations 

• Excellent Swimming Beach 

• New Indoor Swimming Pool 

• Great Kids Activities 

• Meeting Facilities, Weddings, 

Retreats 

www.bugbeehiveresort.com • Email: FamilyFun@BugbeeHiveResort.com 

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A Re l A x i n g 

es c A p e! 

Experience 

elegant accommodations, 

fabulous breakfasts, 

and a beautiful setting. 

Available for Small 

Weddings, Bridal and Baby 

Showers, Girl Getaways 

and Much More! 

the pillAr iNN 

419 Main Street, Cold Spring, MN | 320.685.3828 | thepillarinn.com 

27302 Ranch Rd. 

Richmond, MN 56368 

320-597-2740 


ChAin oF LAKeS 

1-800-264-2940

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• World-Famous 

Fritter Bread 

• Mexican Favorites 

• Full Dinners & Sandwiches 

• Home of the 

Ultimate 

Bloody Mary 

• Beer, Wine 

& Cocktails 

• Outdoor 

Patio Seating 

Gas, Groceries, Gifts 

and Lots More! 

320-558-2261 • clearwatertravelplaza.com 

1-94 & Highway 24 in Clearwater, Minnesota 

A Minnesota 

Favorite! 

Only 8 

Minutes from 

St. Cloud!

DAy tRipS 


heArt oF 

miNNesotA 

FArmiNg 

In a day from St. Cloud, you can 

enjoy scenic forests and pristine 

lakes to the north, or head south to 

a major urban center. 

This section highlights some of these 

options. Also see Attractions on 

page 8. 

Albertville Premium Outlets 

I-94 at Cty. Rd. 19, Eastbound Exit 201/ 

Westbound Exit 202 

For more information call 763-497-1911 

www.premiumoutlets.com • Map pg. 87 

Approximately 30 minutes east of St. Cloud. 

Over 100 upscale outlets. Everyday savings 

of 25% to 65%. 

Antique Shops 

Contact Convention and Visitors Bureau, 

320-251-4170 • See pg. 54 

Central Minnesota is dotted with quaint, 

unusual antique shops. Happy hunting! 

Art and Heritage Place 


For more information, call 320-363-7100 

www.sbm.osb.org 

Ad pg. 15 • Map pg. 88 

This lovely space includes a museum, gallery 

and gift shop featuring the history of and 

handmade gifts by the Sisters of the Order of 

Saint Benedict. 

Charles A. Lindbergh State Park, 

Charles A. Lindbergh House State 

Historic Site & Visitor Center 

Near Little Falls (about 25 minutes north of 

St. Cloud) • State Park 320-616-2525 or 

House 320-616-5421 

www.dnr.state.mn.us • Map pg. 87 

Scenic state park along the Mississippi River 

and the site of the boyhood home (1906) of 

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grAsshopper chApel, cold spriNg 

aviator and inventor Charles A. Lindbergh, 

which includes the Lindbergh House and 

Visitor Center. Open May-October. Call for 

more details. 





Spend a day out on the “wild and scenic” 

Mississippi River. Short and long trips available. 

Cokato Museum 

175 W. 4th St., P.O. Box 686 

Cokato, MN 55321-0686 • 320-286-2427 

www.cokato.mn.us/cmhs/ 

south of Map pg. 90 

You’ll find lots of local Scandinavian history here. 

Cold Spring Brewery 

219 N. Red River Ave., Cold Spring, MN 56320 

320-685-8686 • Fax: 320-685-8318 

www.coldspringbrewery.com • Map pg. 92 

Crow Wing State Park 

Just 19 miles northwest of Little Falls, Crow 

Wing State Park is located at the junction of 

the Mississippi and Crow Wing Rivers 

218-825-3075 • Map pg. 87 

With over 2,000 beautiful acres of prairie, 

pines and hardwoods, the park also includes 

the historic townsite of Old Crow Wing.

El Rancho Mañana Campground, Riding 

Stable & Recreational Area 




Campgrounds pg. 32; grid pg. 37 

Ad pg. 93 • Map pg. 92 

Drive out for a picnic, hiking or horseback riding. 

Hoopers’ Yak Ranch 

15813 Christmas Tree Rd.,Cold Spring, MN 

56320 

320-685-4489 • Cell: 320-266-8090 

www.yak-man.com • yak-man@yak-man.com 

Ad pg. 93 • Map pg. 92 

Call to schedule a Yakmobile tour of the yak ranch. 

Learn about these amazing creatures, view Tibetan 

artifacts, and purchase frozen low cholesterol yak 

meat. 

Lake Maria State Park 

763-878-2325 • Map pg. 87 

Visitors center, picnic shelter, volleyball court, hiking 

trails, horse trails, fishing, boat/canoe access, boat/ 

canoe rental, group camp center, cross-country ski, 

skate ski and warming house. 

Lake Wobegon ® Regional Trail 

Stearns County Parks Dept.• 320-255-6172 

www.lakewobegontrails.com 

Ad pg. 88 • Map pg. 88 

This unique trail as well as its name, Lake 

Wobegon ® , is a part of Central Minnesota’s goodnatured, 

fun-loving history. Hiking, biking, roller 

blading & snowmobiling. 

Minnesota Historical Society/ 

Minnesota History Center 

345 Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 

651-259-3000 • 800-657-3773 • www.mnhs.org 

Minnesota Pioneer Park 

725 Pioneer Park Trail (Hwy. 55 E.) 

Annandale, MN 55302 • 320-274-8489 

www.pioneerpark.org 

pioneerp@lakedalelink.net 

Ad pg. 90 • Map pg. 90 

Step back into daily pioneer life of the 1800s! 

Memorial weekend-October 14. Winter office hours 

vary, call or email. Gate admission. 

Minnesota Zoo 

13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN 

800-366-7811 

www.mnzoo.com 

Connecting people, animals and the natural world. 

Dolphin show, shark feeding, monorail and so 

much more. 

locAl FArmers’ mArkets 

historic churches 

Sinclair Lewis Boyhood Home 

Call the Sauk Centre Chamber of Commerce 

(320-352-5201) for directions, prices, 

and other information • Map pg. 88 

Home of America’s first winner of the Nobel Prize 

for literature and restored to the turn-of-the-century 

period when Lewis lived here. 

Sinclair Lewis Interpretive Center & 

Museum/ Sinclair Lewis Boyhood Home 

Sauk Centre, MN • 320-352-5201 

www.saukcentrechamber.com • Map pg. 88 

This center offers exhibits and slide presentations 

on novelist Lewis, author of such books as Main 

Street, and Nobel Prize winner for literature. 

Admission is free. 

The Spirituality Center 


For more information, call 320-363-7112 

www.sbm.osb.org • Map pg. 88 

Nurture your spirit at the Spirituality Center. Private 

or group retreats and hermitage cabin in beautiful 

central Minnesota. Spiritual direction and other 

programs. 

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wAlkiNg 

trAils 

Walking the trails and paths of parks and 

nature spots in and around St. Cloud and 

the Central Lakes is a popular activity for 

people of all ages. The St. Cloud area has 

a wealth of walking, in-line skating and 

biking trails. Among the more popular are 

the Lake Wobegon Regional Trail, 

Eastman (around Lake George), 

Heritage, Whitney Memorial, Wetlands 

Trail and the Beaver Islands Trail. 

BeAver islANds trAil 

2.5 miles paved 

BeNd iN the river 

regioNAl pArk 

3 miles unpaved 

eAstmAN pArk 

1.2 miles paved 

heritAge pArk 

1 mile & 2.5 miles paved & mixed 

lAke koroNis 

recreAtioNAl trAil 

Paynesville • 4 miles paved 

lAke woBegoN 

61 miles paved 

prAirie ANd woods trAil 

st. BeNedict’s moNAstery 


QuArry pArk 


sANd prAirie 

wildliFe AreA 

1.6 miles unpaved 

st. JohN’s uNiversity 

trAils 

Varied lengths 

wArNer lAke 


wetlANds trAil 

st. JohN’s uNiversity 


whitNey memoriAl pArk 

1 mile & 1.5 miles paved 

DAy tRipS 

1-800-264-2940

money saving 

coupons! 

Clip & save your way to some 

of our favorite places! 

see the guide online at www.granitecountry.com 

to link to other businesses with offers and specials. 

252-7134 


www.mexicanvillagestcloud.com 

$5 Off 

a $30 purchaSe! 

Not good with any other offer. Expires January 1, 2013. 


$10 Off 

Family 

paCkagE! 

Includes: 4-Unlimited Water Slide, 4-Mini Golf, 

4-Go Kart Rides, 4-Bumper Boats. (Regular Price $59.95) 

Limit one coupon per family per visit. Expires 9/29/12. 

Hwy. 23 East (1 mile past Honda House) 

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present at check-in. 

not good with any other offer. expires 1/31/13. 


320-202-1404 • 866-Vic-Oaks 

www.vicoaks.com 

$5 OFF 

any food and Beverage 

PurChaSe of $25 or more! 

Dine-in only, Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-Close 

Void with any other offers. 

Coupon expires January 15, 2013. 

www.lacasita.biz • 320-230-8633 

314 W. Division St., Waite Park, MN

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