2025 Season: April 19 - September 27 | Call (218) 935-5437 or 888-828-5472 to Book Your Stay Today!
Elk Horn Resort and Campground, beautifully located at the southern tip of South Twin Lake in Waubun, MN, presents the perfect destination for an enjoyable and thrilling family vacation. We invite you to participate in the array of events our resort offers!
218-935-5437Throughout the summer we have a number of different events that we call "Theme Weekends". Everyone at the resort is invited to attend and participate in these events. Contact our main office for additional details.
Download Event DetailsDate: May 10-11, 2025
Celebrate Mom with us!
🎨 May 10: Send the kids up to the shelter to create a special craft just for Mom.
🍦 May 11: Moms enjoy a free ice cream cone at the lodge!
Date: May 25, 2025
🌞 Kick off your summer at the campground!
• Enjoy the fresh spring air with our Memorial Day Weekend Special:
• Book a 3-night minimum stay over the holiday, and stay Monday night FREE!
🌶️ Chili Cook-Off – 11:30 AM
Think your chili has what it takes? Join our famous cook-off at the lodge!
• Bring your biggest pot of chili by 11:30 AM
• Tasting begins at Noon
• Just $1.00 for a seat at the  judge’s table.
• Cash prizes for the winners – you could be our next Chili Champ!
🎯 Bean Bag Toss Tournament – 2:30 PM
Hosted by the Elk Horn Seasonal Campers
• Sign up by 1:00 PM at the lodge
• Games start at 2:30 PM
• A fun, free event for all ages – come play or cheer on your favorites!
Date: June 14-15, 2025
June 14: Send the kids up to the shelter to make a special craft just for Dad!
June 15: Dads enjoy a free ice cream cone at the lodge!
Date: June 28, 2025
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of facts, laughs, and friendly competition! Join us at the lodge for Trivia Night—bring your team or join one when you arrive.
Date: July 4, 2025
Boat Parade – Decorate your boats and cruise the lake in patriotic style at 1:00 pm
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Water Balloon Toss– Cool off with some water fun at 3:00 pm
Date: July 5, 2025
Golf Cart Parade – Show off your decorated golf carts at 11:00 am
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Karaoke & DJ Dance Party – Sing and dance the night away under the stars at 5:00 pm
Date: July 18, 2025
Celebrate the magic of the holidays... in the middle of summer!
Bring your wrapped gifts to the lodge to be delivered by Santa himself during the festivities.
Stay tuned for more holly-jolly fun—Santa’s sleigh might be trading in reindeer for golf carts!
Date: July 25, 2025
Join us for a fun-filled golf cart tailgate potluck at the shelter!
Bring your favorite dish to share, and come hungry for a great time with good food and even better company.
Date: August 1, 2025
Let the games begin! Join us for a day of friendly competition and fun at the Campground Olympics.
Compete in classic events and silly challenges for all ages—medals and bragging rights are up for grabs!
Date: August 15, 2025
Celebrate a spooky summer night with costumes, candy, and creepy fun!
Haunted Trail (weather permitting) – Dare to walk the trail if you dare!
Dress in Costume – Walk the campground in your Halloween best.
Trick-or-Treating – Kids can trick-or-treat at participating campsites—campers, get your candy ready!
Volunteer Scarers Wanted – Bring your spooky supplies and help us haunt the trail!
Date: August 31, 2025
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Cool off and indulge in all-you-can-eat ice cream at our annual Ice Cream Social! Just bring $3.00, a bowl, and a spoon, and enjoy as much ice cream as you can eat!