Activities
2026 Themes and Activities
Make your camping experience even more fun, by participating in our weekend events. Each weekend we will have games or crafts based around a theme. A detailed schedule of each weekend is available at the camp store.
All activities subject to change due to weather conditions and participation. Activites with ($) have a fee all other activities are free. Use the arrows around the word MONTHS to toggle through the months to see all the activities.
Area Activities and Attractions
The following offer great hiking, and/or road or mountain biking.
- Lake Carlos State Park 16 miles
- Glacial Lakes State Park 28 miles
- Kensington Runestone Park 14 miles
- Lake Brophy Park 5 miles
- Inspiration Peak 22 miles
- Central Lakes Trail Entry 3 miles
The Alexandria Lakes Area has hundreds of lakes to choose from. For those with a boat you have free reign to explore any lake in the area here are just a few ideas..
- Lake Mina
- Lake Brophy
- Lake Darling
- Elk Lake
- Lake Ida
- Lake Le Homme Dieu
- Lake Winona
- Lake Mina
- Lake Mary
- Lobster Lake
Fortunately, for those without a boat, many of the lakes close to our campground have conveniently located public fishing piers just waiting for you to make some memories…
- Brophy Lake – Alexandria, MN
- Lake Agnes – Alexandria, MN
- Lake Henry – Alexandria, MN
- Lake Geneva – Alexandria, MN
- Maple Lake – Forada, MN
- Victoria Lake – Alexandria, MN
Marinas and watercraft rentals
- Garfield Marine & Storage Pontoons, kayaks, and paddle boards for rent 320-834-3939
- Fun Rentals Personal watercraft rentals 320-491-6029
- Lake Carlos Marina/Hang loose MN Wake surfing for the whole family. (320) 852-7575
Whether you’re a beginner playing for fun, or a skilled golfer with a true passion for the game, there are many golfing options to choose from around the Oak Park Kampground area.
- Pine Ridge Public Golf Course 9-holes, 13.6 Miles 320-834-4028 Evansville, MN
- Hardwood Hills Golf Course 9-holes 6.3 miles 320-866-1400 Alexandria, MN
- Alexandria Golf Course – 18 holes, 9.1 miles 320-763-9605 Alexandria, MN
- Minnewaska Golf Course – 18 holes, 24.1 miles 320-634-3680 Glenwood, MN
- Arrowwood Resort – 18 holes, 7.3 miles, 320-762-8337 Alexandria, MN
- Geneva Golf Club – 27 holes, 11.9 miles 320-762-7089 Alexandria, MN
- Nordic Trails Golf Course – 9 holes, 11.9 miles 320-762-5420 Alexandria, MN
- Lake Miltona Golf Club – 18 holes, 19.1 miles 320-852-7078 Alexandria, MN
- Osakis Country Cub – 9 holes, 22.7 miles 320-859-2140 Osakis, MN
- Pezhekee National – 18 holes, 25.9 miles 320534-4501Glenwood, MN
Spend some time at one of the theaters in our area, whether you are looking for the big screen or a local play.
- Andria Theatre – Alexandria, MN
- Lakes Area Theatre – Alexandria, MN
- Theatre L’Homme Dieu – Alexandria, MN
- CEC Midway 9 Theatre – Alexandria, MN
Our area is growing in popularity when it comes to craft spirits, visit one or all and have a taste for yourself.
- Carlos Creek Winery, Carlos, MN
- Panther Distillery – Osakis, MN
- Burr Vineyards – Brandon, MN
- Rolling Forks Vineyards – Glenwood, MN
- L’Etoile du Nord Vineyard – Parkers Prairie, MN
- Copper Trail Brewing Co. – Alexandria MN
- 22 Northmen Brewing Co. – Carlos, MN
- Lake Brophy County Park – 4.2 miles Alexandria, MN (Unsure about lifeguard staff)
- Lake Latoka – 6.0 miles, Alexandria, MN (lifeguard staff is present at this location).
- Lake Le Homme Dieu – 10.2 miles Alexandria, MN (lifeguard staff is present at this location).
- Alexandria City Park – 8.6 miles Alexandria, MN (no lifeguards present),
- Chippewa Park – 10.8 miles Brandon, MN (no lifeguards present),
These activities are fun for the whole family to spend the day.
- Casey’s Amusement Park – Alexandria, MN
- Erickson’s Petting Zoo – Osakis, MN
- Garden Center Lanes – Alexandria, MN
- Escape Room Alexandria – Alexandria, MN
- Viking Speedway – Alexandria, MN
- The Design Station – Alexandria, MN
- Erickson’s Petting Zoo – Osakis, MN
- Picture opportunity with Big Ole – Alexandria, MN
- Lakes Area Jump 4 Fun, Alexandria, MN
Explore some local history by visit the following places:
- Douglas County Historical Society – Alexandria, MN
- Legacy of the Lakes Museum – Alexandria, MN
- Runestone Museum – Alexandria, MN
Some other Fun things to explore in our area.
- Steinbring Motorcoach – Garfield, MN
- Harley Davidson – Alexandria, MN
- Concerts at the Courthouse – Alexandria, MN
- Art Bar 39 & G’Day Cafe – Alexandria, MN
- Farmer’s Market – Alexandria MN