Wadena County, MN

County in Northwest MN

Nestled in the heart of farm and forest country and, surrounded by some of the best lakes in Minnesota, is Wadena County. In its small-town communities, you will find caring people, who know their neighbors and who come together to help in a crisis or to celebrate something special. You will find everything you need, or you will be within a short drive of it. You will find some of the best small schools whose attention is focused on academics, but which still offer a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. You will find a few nice lakes and the beautiful Crow Wing River. You will find county and state parks and campgrounds, and hopefully, you’ll find a place to call home.

There is no shortage of activities to enjoy when you come to live in, or visit, Wadena County. With numerous County and State operated campgrounds along the beautiful, forested Crow Wing River, and with outfitters strategically located along its banks, the tubing and canoeing doesn’t get any better than it is in Wadena County. There are hundreds of miles of horseback and four-wheeler trails to travel with a few handy little pit stops along the way, as well as bike and walking paths. Snowmobiling on the trails maintained by the Trailbreakers Snowmobile Club, as well as on the Crow Wing River, and cross-country skiing are very popular winter activities. With all of that and hometown celebrations every couple of weeks in the summertime, you will always find a place to go, fun to be had, and good people to be around!

Come and explore the many facets of Wadena County! You’ll enjoy Nature in all of its splendor in the Huntersville and Lyons State Forests. From big game, to small animals and song birds, you’ll see and enjoy it all. From tall timber and rolling farm fields to native plants and wildflowers, the countryside presents a beautiful portrait for all four seasons. Like the Native Americans and the Voyageurs, navigate the waters of the historic Crow Wing River and visit Old Wadena Campground and the Little Round Hill historic site. Every town has a history, and, with several historical museums and the Historic Depot in the City of Wadena, you can learn about each one. Have a little adventure…add Wadena County to your list of places you must explore!

Sponsors of Wadena County, MN


Since the founding of our communities, organizations, businesses and citizens have stepped forward to build and serve their community. Click on any of the logos below to learn about those who made this website possible! If you would like to learn about becoming a sponsor CLICK HERE!

Towns of Wadena County, MN


The small towns of the Midwest are rich in history and a great way of life! Below you can visit and learn about the small towns we call home! Towns that have their name highlighted have become FEATURED TOWNS. Businesses/organizations from these towns have stepped forward as SPONSORS enabling us to include (or will include as acquired) stories and website links to ALL their community organizations (chambers, groups and departments, etc.), stories and website links to ALL their points of interest, annual festivals/events and stories done about their citizens, veterans and faith community. To learn how to become a featured town CLICK HERE!

Businesses of Wadena County, MN


The businesses of our towns are truly the lifeblood of each community, click on any businesses below to learn about them, to learn how to add your business to your town and county page CLICK HERE!