We are about 220 miles northwest of the Twin Cities (see our website for directions), 80 miles northeast of Fargo-Moorhead, just 1/2 hour from Itasca State Park and the headwaters of the Mississippi River.
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We are a Family Vacation Resort near Itasca State Park with more than 500 acres of forested land and one mile of shoreline bordering two lakes and a scenic river. We are located northeast of Detroit Lakes and northwest of Park Rapids, near Itasca State Park & Headwaters of the Mississippi close to the northern edge of Tamarac Wildlife Refuge. The resort grounds are spacious and child friendly with organized kids activities Mon-Thurs. We offer great personal service and a large variety of activities. Rainbow Resort specializes in great getaways, whether it is a small group, family reunions, business/group retreats or camp. There are 13 lakeside Cabins and Vacation Homes, all include lakefront decks. AIR CONDITIONING now in cabins 2, 7a, 7b,6a & 6b and 8a & 8b and House cabin. The 3 & 4 bedroom vacation homes have two baths, dishwashers & gas fireplaces. All have great views of the lake. Three are wheelchair accessible; these Vacation Lake Homes include roll-in showers and wheelchair accessibility to the lake. Our large group complexes can sleep up to 24 persons. We have a Lodge with snacks and a short order grill or a meal package can be arranged. Wi-Fi is available in the lodge and also in the recreation room. Added resort amenities are a campground, sauna, showers, guest laundry, playground, disc golf, hiking & biking trails. Itasca State Park, Mississippi Headwaters is just 1/2 hr. drive. The rental equipment available in the summer include boats, motors & pontoon. Free use of kayaks, canoes and paddleboats. The clear springfed lake is located on Little Bemidji Lake connecting to Elbow Lake,with excellent fishing. Fish species include walleye, crappies, sunfish,large mouth bass, perch & northern pike The Lake is also great for swimming & all water related sports. Inquire about current deals offered.
Book your winter vacation this month and receive a 10% discount on remaining cabins. We have on-site groomed Wooded Trail System privately owned. Near Itasca State Park. Rainbow Resort offers 23 kilometers of onsite cross-country ski trails on resort property. The trails are groomed for classic and skate skiing (we custom groom for large groups). Trail terrain varies from beginner flat trails to challenging rolling hills; the trail system is great for all levels of skiers. Other winter activities include snowshoeing, sliding hill, ice fishing and ice skating rink. Ski, snowshoe, fish house and ice skate rentals are available. We offer very comfortable cabins with full kitchens and 1 to 2 bathrooms and other nice amenities. Ski out from your cabin door.
Rates
We offer 3 season cabin rentals. 2-night minimum stays Spring & Fall. Generally we offer weekly stays in the summer however we consider 3-5 night mini stays, inquire for rates. Children 5 years and under stay free.
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Seasonality
- Open in fall
- Open in winter
- Open in summer
On-Site Facilities & Services
- Children's programs (scheduled, supervised)
- Exercise room
- Grocery/supply store
- High-speed Internet available
- Laundry facilities
- Located on a lake or river
- Sauna
- WiFi
On-Site Recreation
- Bike trail
- Canoes or kayaks available
- Dock space/slips/mooring buoys
- Fishing boat motors available
- Fishing boats available
- Fishing guides available
- Hiking trail
- Lake/river access (boat ramp)
- Playground
- Pontoon boat(s) available
- Swimming beach
Indoor Lodging Amenities
- Air conditioned units available
- Discount packages mid-week
- Fireplace in room(s)
- Kitchen/kitchenette(s)
- Secluded individual cabin(s) or unit(s)
Group Accommodations
- Accommodations for tour groups of 40 or more
- Unit(s) that accommodate groups of 10+ people
Resort Plans
- American modified (2 meals)
- American (3 meals)
- Housekeeping (self catering)
Lodging Capacity
- Number of cabins: 13
- Number of cabins available in winter: 13
- Total indoor lodging units available in winter: 13
- Total number of indoor lodging units: 13
Attraction Attributes
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Number/Type of Campsites
- Total number of campsites: 8
Campground Features
- Camping accessible to people with disabilities
- Electric
- Flush toilets in campground
- Group camp facilities
- Hot showers in campground
- Lodge/central building
- Secluded campsites
- Sewer
- Water
Campground Type
- Private Campgrounds
Length of Stay
- Daily rental available
- Daily site rental
- Split weeks available
- Weekend rental available
- Weekly rental available
Meetings & Conferences
- Banquet facilities maximum capacity: 45
- Facility accommodates meetings for 30 or more
- Meeting/convention facilities maximum capacity: 45