Emerson's guidebook
Food scene
If you like Italian (and are not in a hurry) this is a wonderful place to eat. Our favorite local restaurant (which is only open in the summer).
Dorset General Store
20470 MN-226If you like Italian (and are not in a hurry) this is a wonderful place to eat. Our favorite local restaurant (which is only open in the summer).
Brewery
Revel Brewing
201 Main Ave SNice local brewery.
Portage Brewing Company
107 5th St SFun atmosphere, good beer. Nice break from shopping.
Sightseeing
Heartland State Trail and its 27 miles of paved paths runs through Dorset. This part of the famous trail connects Walker and Park Rapids and is perfect for walking, running, biking or rollerblading.
Heartland State Trail
Heartland State Trail Heartland State Trail and its 27 miles of paved paths runs through Dorset. This part of the famous trail connects Walker and Park Rapids and is perfect for walking, running, biking or rollerblading.
Itasca State Park
36750 Main Park DriveBeautiful Headwaters of the Mississippi.
Nice sculpture walk featuring Minnesota artists. Stroll to Heartland Park for some fun with the kids.
Red Bridge Park
175-199 Beach RdNice sculpture walk featuring Minnesota artists. Stroll to Heartland Park for some fun with the kids.
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Second Street Stage
Free live music downtown Park Rapids every Thursday night! Beer Garden and various vendors. Music starts at 6:00pm. Bring a lawn chair.