Vacation paradise…a beautiful place with a different pace. Home of World famous Itasca State Park & the Mississippi River Headwaters, 3.5 million acres of forest and thousands of crystal clear lakes, Biking, hiking, snowmobile and ATV trails. Live theater abounds, arts and culture, historic downtown shopping, great restaurants, attractions, festivals, events and Lake Country Scenic Byway. Excellent lodging choices at motels, lakeside resorts, and campgrounds and B&Bs.