Resort Potluck & Welcoming BBQ
Let’s celebrate the beginning of your vacation with an opportunity to meet other vacationers. Just bring a side dish or dessert and we will provide the rest!

Bald Eagle Viewing
Take a pontoon ride with us to look for Bald Eagles and their nests. We are host to the largest breeding population of Bald Eagles in the lower 48! Also, we will be watching and identifying other interesting birds that make Northern Minnesota their home.

Fishing Seminar
What’s biting? What lures to use? Where are the hot spots? Come to the lodge for a cup of coffee and handy fishing tips.

Hiking
Guests can enjoy the miles of hiking trails that wind through Bowen Lodge’s magnificent forest, lakes and ponds.

Children’s Play Area
Our playground is fun for all ages: tire swing, swing sets, roller slide, sandbox, volleyball, horseshoes and more. Click here for additional details about our Children’s Programs.

Below are suggestions on what to bring:
In addition to the usual items (i.e. camera, fishing tackle, swimming suits) below are a few of the other items you may want to bring.

Mountain bikes
To explore our scenic trail systems!

Kid’s bikes
Give the little ones more independence!

Shotgun
An excellent trap and sporting clays range is located nearby!

Wildflower book and press
Bring home some natural souvenirs!

Binoculars and bird book
Bowen Lodge is a birder’s paradise!

Babysitter!
Give the parents more independence!