Interesting Facts about Grand Rapids
The Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to one of the
"100 Best Small Towns in America". A Land of 1,000 Grand Lakes and lush
northern Minnesota forests, nothing can surpass this area's natural
beauty. Visitors to the Grand Rapids, Minnesota area have come for
generations to enjoy a recreational haven of challenging golf, boating,
fishing and a multitude of other activities, creating memories that last
a lifetime.
But if you look a little closer, you'll find there's a lot more to the
Grand Rapids area than just a popular vacation destination. A strong and
diversified economy drives this region from its roots in logging and
mining towards a quality of life that just can't be found anywhere else.
The Grand Rapids area takes pride in its cultural heritage, community
service and its vision for tomorrow. A full range of vacation
activities can complement any event, including countless attractions,
events and recreational opportunities. Grand Rapids serves as the
southern gateway to the Chippewa National Forest where you can trek into
the wilderness for hiking, biking, snowmobiling, fishing and hunting.
If golf is your game, four well-maintained Minnesota golf courses
provide championship play. Celebrate the life and times of Judy
Garland, born Frances Ethel Gumm, at her birthplace in Grand Rapids.
Feast your eyes on Mother Nature by driving the Edge of the Wilderness
National Scenic Byway from Grand Rapids north to Effie. Step into pages
from the past and discover the history of the logging era at the Forest
History Center.
Grand Rapids content reprinted with permission from
Chamber of Commerce
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