Guidebook for Albert Lea
Parks & Nature
Glacial Esker
Great Marsh/Birdwatching
Hiking- 16 miles
Biking- 6 miles...connects to the Blazing Star State Trail
Mountain Biking- 7 miles
Canoeing
Myre-Big Island State Park
19499 780th AveGlacial Esker
Great Marsh/Birdwatching
Hiking- 16 miles
Biking- 6 miles...connects to the Blazing Star State Trail
Mountain Biking- 7 miles
Canoeing
The Blazing Star State Trail is paved bike trail and runs from Albert Lea Lake in Albert Lea to Myre-Big Island State Park, a distance of approximately six miles. When completed, the Blazing Star State Trail will be approximately 20 miles long and connect Albert Lea and Austin via Big Island State Park and Hayward.
Blazing Star State Trail
Blazing Star State TrailThe Blazing Star State Trail is paved bike trail and runs from Albert Lea Lake in Albert Lea to Myre-Big Island State Park, a distance of approximately six miles. When completed, the Blazing Star State Trail will be approximately 20 miles long and connect Albert Lea and Austin via Big Island State Park and Hayward.
This pretty little park is located within walking distance of the house. See the Danish Immigrant Statue, Katherine Island and bridge, Fountain Lake with fountains and the Little Mermaid statue.
New Denmark Park
Albert Lea StreetThis pretty little park is located within walking distance of the house. See the Danish Immigrant Statue, Katherine Island and bridge, Fountain Lake with fountains and the Little Mermaid statue.
The Shell Rock River is a 113-mile scenic, warm and gentle Minnesota stream that begins its southeast journey to the Mississippi River at the outlet of Albert Lea Lake southeast of the city of Albert Lea, joining the Cedar and Iowa Rivers along its course. From the headwaters at Fountain Lake, the Shell Rock River State Water Trail travels 20 miles through central Freeborn County to the Iowa border.
Named for the fossilized shells found along its banks, the Shell Rock River offers excellent recreational opportunities, including boating on Fountain Lake, fishing, bird watching and wildlife observation. ~ Minnesota DNR website
Shell Rock River Watershed District
305 W Main StThe Shell Rock River is a 113-mile scenic, warm and gentle Minnesota stream that begins its southeast journey to the Mississippi River at the outlet of Albert Lea Lake southeast of the city of Albert Lea, joining the Cedar and Iowa Rivers along its course. From the headwaters at Fountain Lake, the Shell Rock River State Water Trail travels 20 miles through central Freeborn County to the Iowa border.
Named for the fossilized shells found along its banks, the Shell Rock River offers excellent recreational opportunities, including boating on Fountain Lake, fishing, bird watching and wildlife observation. ~ Minnesota DNR website
Splash Pad
1220 square feet free recreational water play area. Located on Fountain and Broadway.
Cross Country ski trails, ski and snowshoe rentals available. Nature Center, Sola Fide Observatory(selected Saturdays) Located in Austin, MN (23 miles). Go to skinnyski.com for more ski trail information. http://www.hormelnaturecenter.org/uploads/2/5/1/6/25166228/fall_newsletter_2018.pdf
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Jay C. Hormel Nature Center
1304 21st St NECross Country ski trails, ski and snowshoe rentals available. Nature Center, Sola Fide Observatory(selected Saturdays) Located in Austin, MN (23 miles). Go to skinnyski.com for more ski trail information. http://www.hormelnaturecenter.org/uploads/2/5/1/6/25166228/fall_newsletter_2018.pdf
About 5K groomed open country skate ski trails with another 10K groomed woodland classic ski trails. Located in Mason City IA, (50 miles)
Lime Creek Nature Center
3501 Lime Creek RdAbout 5K groomed open country skate ski trails with another 10K groomed woodland classic ski trails. Located in Mason City IA, (50 miles)
Arts & Culture
Albert Lea Community Theater 54th SEASON
2018-19 Schedule
http://actonbroadway.com/2018-19-season/
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Marion Ross Performing Arts Center
147 N Broadway AveAlbert Lea Community Theater 54th SEASON
2018-19 Schedule
http://actonbroadway.com/2018-19-season/
If you are looking for a rainy day activity the Spam Museum is located in Austin, MN just a short 23 mile drive. The Museum is open 7 days a week and has FREE ADMISSION!
https://www.spam.com/museum
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Musée SPAM®
101 3rd Ave NEIf you are looking for a rainy day activity the Spam Museum is located in Austin, MN just a short 23 mile drive. The Museum is open 7 days a week and has FREE ADMISSION!
https://www.spam.com/museum
Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman
530 1st St NEFood Scene
Caribou Coffee
1001 18th Ave NWFree WIFI available. (507) 377-2257
Hours: 6AM–8PM, 7 days a week
Free WIFI available! (507) 373-2202
Hours:
Thursday6AM–5PM
Friday6AM–5PM
Saturday7AM–2PM
Sunday7AM–2PM
Monday6AM–5PM
Tuesday6AM–5PM
Wednesday6AM–5PM
Cabin Coffee Co.
152 Bridge Avenue Free WIFI available! (507) 373-2202
Hours:
Thursday6AM–5PM
Friday6AM–5PM
Saturday7AM–2PM
Sunday7AM–2PM
Monday6AM–5PM
Tuesday6AM–5PM
Wednesday6AM–5PM
Hours:
Saturday4:30–11AM
SundayClosed
Monday4:30AM–1PM
Tuesday4:30AM–1PM
Wednesday4:30AM–1PM
Thursday4:30AM–1PM
Friday4:30AM–1PM
Phone: (507) 373-5469
Nancy's Cafe
120 South Washington Avenue Hours:
Saturday4:30–11AM
SundayClosed
Monday4:30AM–1PM
Tuesday4:30AM–1PM
Wednesday4:30AM–1PM
Thursday4:30AM–1PM
Friday4:30AM–1PM
Phone: (507) 373-5469
Fine dining with an extensive wine list. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 5:30 pm-10:30 pm, reservations recommended.
507-377-2425
Crescendo Exquisite Food & Fine Wines
118 South Broadway AvenueFine dining with an extensive wine list. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 5:30 pm-10:30 pm, reservations recommended.
507-377-2425
The Taco King 1
104 S Broadway AveWalking distance...two locations. Delicous shredded beef!
Essentials
Store Hours:
Open 24 hours 7 days a week
Pharmacy Hours:
M-F 8am-8pm
Sunday 6am-6pm
Phone: (507) 377-2257
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Hy-Vee
Store Hours:
Open 24 hours 7 days a week
Pharmacy Hours:
M-F 8am-8pm
Sunday 6am-6pm
Phone: (507) 377-2257
Hours:
Sunday7AM–9PM
Monday6AM–9PM
Tuesday6AM–9PM
Wednesday6AM–9PM
Thursday6AM–9PM
Friday6AM–9PM
Saturday6AM–9PM
Phone: (507) 373-7357
MarketPlace Foods
1619 West Main StreetHours:
Sunday7AM–9PM
Monday6AM–9PM
Tuesday6AM–9PM
Wednesday6AM–9PM
Thursday6AM–9PM
Friday6AM–9PM
Saturday6AM–9PM
Phone: (507) 373-7357
Shopping
Walmart Supercenter
1550 Blake AveOne stop shopping
Entertainment & Activities
Green Lea Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course located on the north side of beautiful Albert Lea, MN
(507) 373-1061
Green Lea Golf Course
101 E Richway DrGreen Lea Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course located on the north side of beautiful Albert Lea, MN
(507) 373-1061
Wedgewood Cove Golf Club is a 245 acre, 6,993 yard, 18-hole Championship public golf course and driving range, offering 5 tee placements that will challenge the low-handicapper, while creating an enjoyable golfing experience for all levels of players. Wedgewood Cove was masterfully designed by Garrett Gill and Jon Schmenk and built by Duininck Golf.
~ Wedgewood Cove Golf Club website
Fine dining found in the Wedgewood.
Casual dining at the Cove Bar and Grill
Contact number-507-373-2007
Wedgewood Cove Golf Club
2200 West 9th StreetWedgewood Cove Golf Club is a 245 acre, 6,993 yard, 18-hole Championship public golf course and driving range, offering 5 tee placements that will challenge the low-handicapper, while creating an enjoyable golfing experience for all levels of players. Wedgewood Cove was masterfully designed by Garrett Gill and Jon Schmenk and built by Duininck Golf.
~ Wedgewood Cove Golf Club website
Fine dining found in the Wedgewood.
Casual dining at the Cove Bar and Grill
Contact number-507-373-2007
Brookside Education Center
211 W Richway DrAll year rock wall and a seasonal boathouse.