Dunvilla, Minnesota
Where the Prairie Meets the Lakes
Dunvilla, Minnesota — a hidden corner of lake country tucked between Pelican Rapids and Detroit Lakes, where rolling hills give way to shimmering water.
Discover Dunvilla
A Place That Stays With You
Dunvilla sits in the heart of west-central Minnesota, where the open prairie rolls gently into a landscape dotted with lakes. Pelican Lake and Lake Lizzie are just down the road. Maplewood State Park — one of Minnesota's most beautiful — is practically in the backyard.
It's the kind of place where the pace slows down, the sunsets last forever, and the locals still wave from their trucks. Whether you're here for the fishing, the hiking, the fall colors, or just to breathe — Dunvilla has a way of making you feel like you've been here before.
20+
Lakes Nearby
25+
Miles of Trails
9,250
State Park Acres
Where the Prairie Meets the Lakes
Dunvilla, Minnesota
Things To Do
Four Seasons of Adventure
Fishing
World-class walleye, bass, and panfish on Lake Lizzie, Pelican Lake, Lake Franklin and literally dozens of other options in the area! Fishing opportunities abound year round!
Biking and Hiking
Explore 25+ miles of trails through Maplewood State Park's forests and prairies, and ride the Heart of Lakes Bike trail from Pelican Rapids to Perham through the Maplewood State Park area.
Swimming & Boating
Crystal-clear lakes perfect for a lazy afternoon on the water.
Fall Colors
Some of Minnesota's most spectacular autumn foliage lines the park roads.
Snowmobiling
Miles of groomed trails connect the lakes and forests all winter long.
Local Favorites
Stay, Eat & Explore
Pelican Lake Resort
Classic Minnesota resort living — cabins on the water, boat rentals, and a dock to call your own all week long.
The Lakeshore Grill
Homestyle cooking with a view. Fresh walleye, burgers, and pie that'll make you stay an extra day.
Lakeland General Store
Everything you need for a day on the water — live bait, licenses, local knowledge, and good conversation.
Prairie Wind Cabins
Quiet, comfortable cabins set back in the trees, just minutes from the lake and Maplewood trails.