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Resorts Near Alexandria, Minnesota

Named after its first postmaster, Alexander Kinkead, the city of Alexandria, Minnesota, has been holding visitors captive for well over a century. Once the sight of a U.S. Army stockade in the 1860s, the area is now home to wooded lakeside resorts and family retreats. Just 147 miles from the Twin Cities, Alexandria is a popular escape from the urban world.

Geneva Beach Resort
- On the shores of Lake Geneva, Geneva Beach Resort has been playing host to Alexandria-area vacationers since 1883. There are 15 lake-view lodging options including town homes, lodges, and suites that sleep up to 11 people. Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen, wireless Internet and air-conditioning. Lake Geneva connects with a large chain of lakes that offer plenty of boating and fishing opportunities. Walleye, bass and panfish are plentiful in Lake Geneva. Paddle the waters in the resort's free kayaks and paddleboats. Fishing boats and motors are available for rent. A large sandy beach and swimming area provide a chance to relax in the sun or cool off in the water. Docks are available for those bringing their own boat. The Central Lakes Trail runs through the property, providing 120 miles of paved trail for biking or hiking.
  
  Geneva Beach Resort
  105 Linden Ave.
  Alexandria, MN 56308
  320-763-3200
  genevabeachresort.com
Shady Lawn Resort
- Situated on Lake Darling, Shady Lawn Resort offers eight cabins and shaded camping areas for tents and RVs. The two- and three-bedroom cabins come with fully equipped kitchens and bedding. A shallow sandy beach provides a relaxing area to swim or sunbathe. Swimmers can splash from the anchored swim platform. The resort supplies paddleboats and aluminum fishing boats. Motors are available to rent. Walleye, bass, northern pike and sunfish can be plied from Lake Darling's waters. Lake Darling is connected to a chain of lakes that provide more than 5,000 acres of water for fishing and recreation. Roasting marshmallows around the fire rings available at each site is a nightly tradition.
  
  Shady Lawn Resort
  1321 South Darling Drive NW
  Alexandria, MN 56308
  320-763-3559
  shadylawnresort.net
Brophy Lake Resort
- Brophy Lake Resort is nestled between Minda Creek and 289-acre Brophy Lake. The resort features eight lakeside cabins that can sleep up to eight people. Four creek-side retreats and one lake-view cabin can each accommodate six sleepers. All units feature two bedrooms and gas fireplaces. Swimmers and sun-seekers can enjoy 1,500 feet of sandy shoreline. Anglers can try their luck on a chain of five lakes linked to Brophy Lake. Fishing boats and outdoor fire pits are supplied with every cabin. Motors are available for rent.
  
  Brophy Lake Resort
  1532 Brophy Park Road NW
  Alexandria, MN 56308
  320-762-8386
  brophylakeresort.com