Natural Beauty

 

• • The lake in itself, a 2,400-acre expanse of water commonly used for leisure.

 

• • Its scenic landscape, particularly vibrant in autumn with the blazes of color across the fall.

 

Recreational Activities

 

• • Boats, fish, and various water sports in the hot weather

 

• • Ice fishing and winter activities reaching to boiling points when the lake turns into ice cores

 

• • Various parks and trails around the shore

 

Historical Significance

 

• • Resplendent Native American background

 

• • Bustling and prominent resort during 19th century

 

• • An old downtown area that has well-preserved vintage buildings

 

Cultural Events

 

• • Manitou Days takes place every year. Participants dance, sail, and more to booth the physical and mental health

 

• • The White Bear Lake Marketfest takes place in summer

 

Local Attractions

 

• • White Bear Lake Armory

 

• • Fillebrown House – historic hail blare

 

• • Lakeshore Players Theatre

 

Unique Local Businesses

 

• • Cup and Cone – a local firm that sells well-known ice cream.

 

• • Many antique shops and boutiques downtown

 

White Bear Lake is best known for combining its small-town appeal with its strategic position near the Twin Cities and providing a mixture of the natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and a rich historical background.