Bemidji Travel Guide

  Beltrami County Courthouse
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      Beltrami County Courthouse
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      Nice Statue
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      Paul Bunyan and Blue
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  • Beltrami County Courthouse, Bemidji, MN 2008
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Things to Do  

Paul and Babe

Paul and Babe, Bemidji

 soysauce357 Says:  When you go to Bemidji, be sure to stop by Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. It's really cool. 

Lake Bemidji

Lake Bemidji, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  Look beyond Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox and see the wonderful Lake Bemidji. Walk along the mIn road and see where Lake Bemidji and The Mississippi River meet. 

Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox

Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  This is very much a big attraction to Bemidji. They have been located in Paul Bunyan Park since their erection in 1937. 

Lake Bemidji State Park

Lake Bemidji State Park, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  The Park is located 7 miles north on Hwy. 21 overlooking Lake Bemidji. I recommend walking along the Bog Trail. This trail is a boardwalk that wanders through marsh land until you get to Big Bog Lake. If you look closely you'll see wild orchids growing and wild lady slippers... 

Hotels  

Hampton Inn & Suites Bemidji

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Americinn Bemidji

 1 Review and 13 Opinions  good location 

Restaurants  

Moos-a-brew

Moos-a-brew, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  This is a coffee house and I felt at home here. The staff is very friendly and personable. I chose this one and none of the others because they didn't have that pretentious log cabin look about it and they have free internet access but request that you keep it to a 20 minute... 

Keg O'Cork

Keg O'Cork, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  This is a nice Irish pub located at 310 Beltrami Ave. My waitress looked like the actress Kate Winslet and enjoyed telling her so. It seems that all the staff seemed to be very people friendly. I did not notice any meal on the menu more than $9.95. That price range is great.... 

Union Station

Union Station, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  Very cozy place with plush carpeting and a fireplace. The dinner prices range from a burger at $6.95 the lobster and the current market value. They also serve gourmet pizza which I have heard are very good but on my visit, I kept it simple by having a mushroom and swiss... 

Nightlife  

Paul Bunyan Playhouse: Paul Bunyan Playhouse

Paul Bunyan Playhouse: Paul Bunyan Playhouse, Bemidji

 acemj Says:  I've never been, but I've heard about this place. People have told me that it's unexpectedly good. 

Transportation  

car, bus, air (Northwest...

car, bus, air (Northwest..., Bemidji

 eleni10 Says:  car, bus, air (Northwest Airlink with Mesabi Airlines has several flights in and out of Bemidjicar 

Shopping  

Bemidji Woolen Mills

Bemidji Woolen Mills, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  Here you can buy the red and black plaid wool coat that Paul Bunyan wears but they also sell wool socks, blankets, throws (for chairs), winter scarves, flannel shirts, ect. It's a staple in Bemidji. 

Local Customs  

Just north of Bemidji you'll...

Just north of Bemidji you'll..., Bemidji

 acemj Says:  Just north of Bemidji you'll find the Red Lake Indian Reservation where you can visit the home of the proud Chippewa Tribe. Always be respectful when you visit a reservation. For more info: www.redlakenation.org 

Concordia Languauge...

Concordia Languauge..., Bemidji

 sverige Says:  Concordia Languauge Villages-This is a wonderful place where children through adult can be immursed into a language and a culture. Some of the language programs include, Swedish, Finnish, German, Spanish, French, Korean and Chinese, plus many more!! 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Leeches

Leeches, Bemidji

 soysauce357 Says:  When going to Lake Bemidji, be on the lookout for leeches in the water. I never got one on me, but my two cousins and my sister got leeches attached to them while wading in the water. 

What to Pack  

Mosquito Repellent

Mosquito Repellent, Bemidji

 basstbn Says:   Be prepared for cool evenings in the summer. Mosquito repellent is an absolute must - especially if you want to take one of the hiking trails in Lake Itasca State Park. 

Packing List

Packing List, Bemidji

 acemj Says:   There are acres and acres of beautiful forest and miles and miles of wonderful shoreline to capture on film, so don't forget your camera! 

Off The Beaten Path  

The northwoods

The northwoods, Bemidji

 djlembke Says:  Come see Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox in the home of the northwoods, Bemidji, MN. Lots of swimming and fishing on the lake named after the town. 

Chippewa National Forest

Chippewa National Forest, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  About 15 miles east of Bemidji on Hwy. 2. Take the Scenic Highway (Hwy 39) to Blackduck. Here's my travelogue on Chippewa National Forest. And believe me, I have barely scratched the surface, stop at the many Visitor Information stops to learn more about the things you can... 

Itasca State Park

Itasca State Park, Bemidji

 gregoryr1m Says:  On Hwy. 71 about 25 miles from Bemidji but a great place to take in wilderness and see where the Mississippi River begins. Check out my travelogue on Itasca State Park. 

Favorites  

See Paul and Babe on Lake...

See Paul and Babe on Lake..., Bemidji

 viking2 Says:  See Paul and Babe on Lake Bemidji. 

Paul Bunyan's big blue ox,...

Paul Bunyan's big blue ox,..., Bemidji

 acemj Says:  Paul Bunyan's big blue ox, Babe. 

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Bemidji, Minnesota

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 Bemidji, considered the first city on the Mississippi where the river winds downward 2,552 miles to the gulf of Mexico. It is a haven for sportsman, bird watchers, and artists. If you visit Bemidji...... 

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Welcome to the boondocks

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 You think Fargo, North Dakota is in the sticks? Think again. You always believed that Duluth, Minnesota was as far north as anyone could possibly live? Well there a few thousand nutters in Bemidji who... 

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Bemidji, Minnesota

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 Bemidji is a great town in northern Minnesota that provides plenty of boating, hiking and birdwatching opportunities. But of course, it's most famous for this statue of Paul Bunyan, the legendary... 

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Bemidji-The First City on the Mississippi

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Bemidji. I'd love to share with you the 7 tips I've written, the 6 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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viking2's new Bemidji Page

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 I live in Bemidji, MN. If you have a travel question email me at gopherguy50@yahoo.com and I'll get back to you. 

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