Close up of a man Skiing near Chase on The Lake at winter

Two people riding on a boat on the lake near Chase on The Lake

Walker Minnesota Lakeside Activities

Leech Lake is the perfect getaway for any season in Northern Minnesota. Enjoy unforgettable summers with great water and beach activities and adventurous winters with amazing ice fishing experiences.

The Chase offers an impressive number of ways to enjoy life without feeling like you’re trying to escape from it. From onsite package deals combining relaxation with adventure, dipping toes or fishing lines into Leech Lake, or simply taking the time to wander through Walker’s accessible downtown, a vacationers’ paradise, our dot on the map offers it all.

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Our resort has every imaginable activity for families and adult travelers alike, including waterfront activities, the Copper Door Spa, indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, kids' activities, and full-service staff committed to making your stay memorable and easy.

Peoples roasting marshmallows over firepit at Chase on The Lake

Distant view of boatyard with boats stored at Chase on The Lake

Closeup of Zen basalt stones in spa room at Chase on the Lake

Family Hiking Along Path By River near Chase on The Lake

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From incredible onsite amenities to the local culture of Walker itself, Chase on the Lake creates the perfect backdrop for any activity or none at all — whatever guests wish to accomplish upon their stay.

Looking for recommendations? Ask our staff for their local take on favorite activities.

Warm Weather Activities

Explore all there is to do and see in at Chase and in Walker, Minnesota during the summer season. Summertime is definitely a special time of year at Chase on the Lake. All summer long you can expect us to have a wide range of exciting activities for everyone to take part in during their summer stay with us. From world-class guided Leech Lake fishing, boating and watercraft rentals, miles of nearby biking trails, and award-winning championship golf courses just minutes away we have something for everyone during the summer at Chase on the Lake!

A man holding a large fish caught near chase on the lake

Leech Lake Fishing

Welcome to Leech Lake located in the North Central part of Minnesota near Walker, MN. Leech Lake is just over 112,000 acres with approximately 195 miles of shoreline. The lake is a fisherman's dream that is filled with an abundance of fishing structures like shallow bays, monstrous points, rock humps, expansive flats, deep water and shallow water. There is no shortage of fishing locations but with that, it can also be an intimidating body of water to tackle.

Visit Leisure Outdoor Adventures Website

Leisure Outdoor Adventures has the fishing guides to show you the “HOT SPOTS.” Leisure Outdoor Adventures is working with some of the top guides in the area to give you a leech lake fishing adventure of a lifetime. Our guides are fully insured, tournament-tested, and fully rigged with all the fishing gear you can imagine. Visit www.LeisureOutdoorAdventures.com or call  855-LOA-HOOK to book a guided fishing trip and see updated fishing reports from our professional guides.

Click Here to Read the Leech Lake Fishing Report courtesy of Leisure Outdoor Adventures.

Fishing Options:

2 Hour – Twilight Fishing – evening trips starting at 5:00 pm (June – August Only)
4 Hour Trip – Morning, Afternoon or Evening
6 Hour Trip
8 Hour Trip – Full Day

Boating & Watercraft Rentals

No matter the season we have the rentals…whether you're looking to get outside and enjoy the scenic Northwoods lake or the heartland trail on a trek bike, pontoons rentals, jet skis, paddle boats. Or take in the beautiful Minnesota winter on a snowmobile, cross country skies, or heading out ice fishing in one of our ice fishing houses. The kids will love ice skating out on the lake, right in front of the resort! Call to inquire about availability today!

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SUMMER WATER SPORTS & BOATING RENTALS PROVIDED BY YOUR BOAT CLUB

Triple Tube Pontoon
Boat Slip
Boat Slip With Lift

The following items are rented directly from the property:

Paddle Boards
Kayaks

Happy couple riding a tandem bike near Chase on The Lake

Biking on Leech Lake

The Walker, Minnesota area is home to some beautiful biking trails along the famous Paul Bunyan Trail area. These trails offer a great chance for you to experience all of the beautiful scenery that Northern Minnesota has to offer. Miles and miles of paved trails in a system that is one of the best in the nation…and the Walker/Leech Lake area is at its core. The Heartland Trail stretches from Walker to Park Rapids. The Paul Bunyan Trail takes visitors through Walker from Bemidji to Brainerd. Get out and take pleasure in the natural beauty that is the Leech Lake area on the Heartland and Paul Bunyan state trails on a beautiful Minnesota day!

For the bike season, we have Trek bikes for rentals to all of our guests so during your stay you can enjoy a relaxing bike ride around these trails surrounding Walker and the Leech Lake area. Please view the information on bike rental pricing below and call 888.242.7306 for any questions.

Rentals and Pricing

We have men’s and women’s bikes available for rent and we also have a few children’s bikes available.

NEW Trek Bike Rental Rates

$12 for 2 hours

$20 for a 1/2 day

$30 for a full day

Best Leech Lake Bike Trails

Shingobee Connection Trail

The nearby area includes a variety of different biking trails including the Shingobee Connection Trail. This trail is being developed between local biking enthusiasts and local, state, and Federal government agencies. The goal of this trail is to provide a paved link to the existing Paul Bunyan State Bike and Snowmobile trail.

Paul Bunyan Trails

View the map at the left to view more information about special biking trails throughout the Chippewa National Forest and surrounding areas. Map provided courtesy of the Paul Bunyan Trail Association.

Championship Golf

Golfing in Minnesota is a favorite activity of many of the guests at the Chase on the Lake. Enjoy two great 18 hole golf Championship courses in the area, Tianna Country Club or Longbow Golf Club.

An aerial view of the golf course at Chase on The Lake

Tianna Country Club

Tianna Golf Club is peaceful and well maintained, perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. Challenging golfers for generations, Tianna is a must-play. Rolling fairways and manicured greens beckon the inner Tiger in you! Each hole of the course features unique layouts and a variety of elevations. As you play each of the 18 holes, you may find that choosing a favorite hole may be the largest challenge you face during the day’s round; that is unless you hit a sand bunker or water hazard!

Booking Tee Times

If on a golf package we ask that you book your tee times in advance with the course of your choice. When making the tee time, let the course know that you are staying on a package with Chase on the Lake.

Upon arrival at Chase on the Lake, we will provide you with a voucher at registration. You will need to present this to the course to receive the round of golf included in your package.

Should you have any other questions please contact Chase on the Lake front desk/reservations team.

Cool Weather Activities

Experience the beauty of winter in Northern Minnesota with so many things to do and see during your stay. If you're looking for the perfect winter getaway, look no further than the award-winning Chase on the Lake with an abundance of outdoor winter activities.

Don't miss out on an authentic ice fishing experience by renting one of our ice houses, exploring miles and miles of groomed snowmobile trails, or even getting a great workout while experiencing the beauty of Leech Lake on a cross-country skiing adventure.

Portrait of a man riding a snowmobile near Chase on The Lake

Snowmobile Rentals

Snowmobiling in Walker Minnesota is an exciting winter activity, especially in the Leech Lake area. Walker features a variety of different trails for all snowmobile enthusiasts allowing you to truly enjoy the Minnesota winter wilderness. This winter the Chase on the Lake will have snowmobile rentals available for guests so that you too can take part in this exciting winter activity. View more information and snowmobile rental rates listed below.

Minnesota Snowmobile Rentals

Snowmobile Rental Rates – (rates subject to change)

MIDWEEK
Half-Day | $180
Full-Day | $260

WEEKEND
Half-Day | $210
Full-Day | $290

Half-day rental period from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Rentals include one helmet. Each additional helmet will cost $10.

*No overnight rentals. Fuel cost is not included in the rental rate. Minnesota sales tax will also be added to rental rates.

Rental Information

If you’d like to make a snowmobile rental for the upcoming season or you have any questions please email us directly at info@chaseonthelake.com or call the hotel at +1 888.242.7306.

Snowmobile Rental Policies

Must be 23 years of age and older to operate or rent the snowmobiles.
Rules require that any person born after December 31, 1976, are required by law to hold an MN Snowmobile Safety Certificate.
If you would like more information regarding this please visit the Department of Natural Resources Snowmobile Safety Laws, Rules, and Regulations.
We require a deposit of 50% of your total rental charge at the time of reservation. You can cancel your reservation at any time up until 15 days before the reservation date for a full refund of the deposit. Cancellations made less than 15 days before the rental will be charged a $25 cancellation fee. The balance of your rental reservation is due at the time of rental.
We also require a refundable damage deposit of $850 per unit at the time of rental by cash or credit card. During the time of rental, the snowmobile is under the complete responsibility of the renter and the renter is responsible for any damage or theft that occurs.
A signed driver/rider waiver is also required at the time of rental.

These policies and rental rates are subject to change at any time and all rates will have MN sales tax of 6.5% added to them.

Fish House Rentals

Leech Lake has long been known as a premiere destination for ice fishing in Minnesota and is home to the popular International Eelpout Festival every February. Interior Minnesota boasts some of the best ice fishing opportunities in the state. Winter anglers have dozens of lakes swirling with fish to choose from, but Leech Lake in Walker, MN has the amenities that make it one of the top Ice Fishing destinations.

Book direct by phone: +1 888.242.7306

Exterior view of a Fish House for rent near Chase on The Lake

Beginning in December when the sunlight hours start fading daily, temperatures eventually drop to double-digit, and water surfaces become locked up harder than asphalt. This is the time fishermen start deciding where to go ice fish in the central region of the state.

Leave all the trailers, and bulky equipment at home, and conveniently rent an equipped Ice House from Chase on the Lake! Special rates available, we’ll handle the upkeep and care of the Ice House, so all you need to do is get here, relax, and enjoy this great past-time.

Ice House Rental Rates: 
8 Holes, No Sleepers

MIDWEEK
Half-Day | $110
Full-Day | $150

WEEKEND
Half-Day | $170
Full-Day | $210

Half-Day Rental Period | 7:00 am - 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Full-Day Rental Period | 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

If you are interested in ice fishing during your stay at the Chase or you have any questions please email us directly at info@chaseonthelake.com or call the hotel at +1 888.242.7306.

Cross Country Skiing

Experience the winter wonderland of the north woods. Miles of cross country skiing trails wind through spectacular forests and around the beautiful lakes in the area.