Things To Do
in East Bethel

Explore the scenic trails in East Bethel, perfect for biking enthusiasts seeking both challenging and leisurely routes surrounded by nature.

Enjoy a peaceful day by the water at Lake McKusick, where fishing enthusiasts can catch a variety of local fish species.

Experience beautiful landscapes and wildlife while hiking the various trails in the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park.

Rent a kayak and spend the day paddling down the Rum River, taking in the scenic views and enjoying the tranquility of the water.

Gather friends and family for a picnic in one of the many parks in East Bethel, which offer picnic tables, playgrounds, and natural beauty.

Enjoy a round of golf at The Refuge, a picturesque golf course that offers an enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels.

Discover the beauty of East Bethel on horseback by visiting local stables that offer guided trail rides for all experience levels.

A scenic lake that offers stunning sunset views and a great spot for capturing nature photographs, especially during the fall.

This park features elevated trails that provide panoramic views of the surrounding area, perfect for landscape photography.

A quiet park with a beautiful lake, offering picturesque views and opportunities for wildlife photography, especially in the early morning.

With open fields and wooded areas, this park provides diverse backdrops for photography, particularly during spring when flowers bloom.

While slightly outside East Bethel, this park features rolling hills and expansive views ideal for both landscape and wildlife photography.

A large park offering trails for hiking, biking, and wildlife watching, featuring scenic views of Coon Creek.

This park features a network of trails suitable for hiking, with opportunities for outdoor recreation including playgrounds and picnic areas.

A beautiful reserve with trails that wind through forests and around lakes, ideal for hiking and birdwatching.

Offers extensive hiking trails through wooded areas and wetlands, perfect for both hiking and nature observation.

A smaller park with a trail system that provides a peaceful hiking experience amidst natural surroundings.

The largest and busiest airport in Minnesota, located approximately 37 miles south of East Bethel, serving multiple international and domestic flights.

An airport located about 120 miles north of East Bethel, offering both domestic and limited international flights.

Located approximately 90 miles east of East Bethel, this airport serves regional flights and connects to larger hubs.

Situated about 90 miles to the southeast of East Bethel, this airport provides regional and some international services.

Located about 90 miles north of East Bethel, primarily serving domestic flights and some seasonal international routes.

The largest demographic group, primarily of European descent.

A significant demographic group with roots in Latin American countries.

A smaller but important demographic representing the African American community.

Includes individuals of Asian descent, though fewer in number.

A growing demographic that identifies with more than one racial group.

Indigenous peoples with a smaller presence in the community.

A popular team sport in East Bethel, played on ice, where players use sticks to hit a puck into the opposing team's goal.

A widely played sport that involves two teams trying to score by getting a ball into the opponent's goal using any part of their body except their arms and hands.

A bat-and-ball game played between two teams, where players take turns hitting the ball and running around bases to score runs.

A fast-paced game played by two teams of five players each, aiming to score points by shooting a basketball through the opponent's hoop.

An American team sport that involves advancing an oval ball down a field to score points by either running the ball into the opposing team's end zone or kicking it through their goalposts.