Not every trip needs a packed schedule. Sometimes the best weekends are the ones where you leave your watch behind, follow your instincts, and let the day unfold at its own pace. If that sounds like your kind of getaway, Cuyuna Lakes is the perfect place to slow down, unplug, and just enjoy the moment.
Here’s how to spend a calm, cozy weekend in Cuyuna—no itinerary required.
Forget the alarm clock. Let the sun or the smell of fresh coffee be your wake-up call. Start the morning slow—really slow. Maybe you brew a cup and enjoy it from the porch. Or maybe you wander into town and pick one up from Crosby Coffee Company, then take it down to the lake and sip while you watch the water.
There’s no rush. That’s the point.
Downtown Crosby is full of small-town charm with just the right touch of quirky. Browse through shops, pick up a local art piece at Ripple River Gallery, or find a good read in one of the Little Free Libraries around town. If you’re lucky, you might stumble into a conversation with a local who has a story to share.
And if you don’t feel like walking far? Sit on a bench, soak in the surroundings, and watch the world move just a little slower.
When your stomach starts to rumble, follow it. Red Raven Bike Café has fresh sandwiches, hearty wraps, and a relaxed vibe that makes you want to linger. Or head to North Country Café for comfort food done right—pancakes, omelets, the kind of stuff that hits the spot no matter what time it is.
No reservations. No wait times. Just good food, when you want it.
There’s no pressure to be adventurous—but if the mood strikes, the lakes and trails are always nearby. Rent a kayak, go for a bike ride, or just take a walk to stretch your legs.
Or don’t.
Read a book by the water. Take a nap. Sit with your thoughts and a cup of something warm. Sometimes the best kind of adventure is slowing down long enough to notice the little things—like the wind in the trees or the sound of birds across the lake.
When the sun starts to dip, grab takeout from Iron Range Eatery or pick up a pizza and settle in for the night. Open a bottle of wine or crack a cold one from Big Axe Brewing. Light a candle. Put your phone away. Play a card game. Watch the stars come out.
No rush. No noise. Just you, the quiet, and the comfort of doing absolutely nothing.
The beauty of a weekend like this is that you don’t have to do anything. Want to repeat yesterday’s slow start? Go for it. Want to check out a different café or walk a new trail? Great. There’s no “right” way to relax here. Just follow what feels good.
Cuyuna Lakes is the kind of place that makes slowing down feel easy. There’s space to breathe, time to think, and permission to just be. No hustle. No pressure. Just peace.
Ready for a weekend that runs on your time? Book your stay at Cuyuna Lakes Stay and start doing less—with purpose.
When booking a stay with pets at Cuyuna Lakes Stay, you must call the hotel to add your pets to your reservation.
Pets must not weigh more than 50 pounds, with a limit of 1 dog per room.
Dogs ONLY no cats allowed.
Dogs cannot be left unattended in the room.
You must provide your pets vaccination records if asked for them.
The hotel will charge additional 25% of the room rate for your pet stay.
You will be held financially responsible for pet damage to your room.
Pets must be on a leash whenever they are out of your room.
If you receive two (2) noise complaints you will be asked to leave. (No refunds)
You must pick up after where ever your pet goes potty. You must have your own potty bags, we do not provide them.
Thank you.