Welcome to Alex Area Lakes!

Whether you live in Alexandria, MN or are stopping by to enjoy the lakes, we have all the information you need to have a great time out on the water. Plus, we share insights on how to keep the lakes top quality for future generations to enjoy. It’s all right here!

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2022 Dates 

May 4: 
Kids' Groundwater Festival (Runestone Community Center - RCC)

Every Thursday June - August: 
Concerts on the Courthouse Lawn

July 4: 
Star Storm

July 30-31:
Art in the Park (Alexandria City Park)

August 1: 
AIS Training

August 20:
Starry Trek 
August 16-20: 
Douglas County Fair 

August 28: 
Youth Outdoors Activity Day (Alexandria Shooting Park)

September 22-23: 
Ole-toberfest

September 13-14: 
Grape Stomp (Carlos Creek Winery)

Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)

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Water Quality

Water Quality Graphic

Lakeshore

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Local Links

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