A lot has changed since the Evergreen first opened in 1921. Fortunately, much has remained the same. As in the old days, the Evergreen is still a meeting spot for all walks of life to come and enjoy a classic Yosemite experience. However, these days you will be just as likely to enjoy the company of an international tourist as that of a Park Ranger, rock climber or local resident.
As owners of the Evergreen, we feel lucky to be stewards of such a special place, and we are committed to making sure the Evergreen continues to create lasting memories for another hundred years. While certain traditions have become things of the past (like bootlegging and poor shower pressure!), we are proud and excited that the Evergreen now offers an all-around lodging and guest experience that is unparalleled in the Yosemite area.
Our goal is to provide gracious and friendly service, quality products, private and communal settings, and a huge array of opportunities to educate you about the Yosemite area. You will find many ways to create your ideal experience.
The Evergreen’s goals are to benefit not only our guests, but our environment, community and staff as well. We like to believe this holistic approach makes the lodge a special place and a unique resort.
As a result of our balanced priorities, the Evergreen was certified as a founding B Corporation in 2007. B Corps are a relatively new form of company that uses the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. B Corps are designed for long term sustainability, putting the health of our communities, environment and staff on the same level as the health of the bottom line.
You can learn more about B Corps by visiting www.bcorporation.net.
Lakewood Lodge specializes in providing year-round fun-filled Minnesota family resorts vacations and awesome fishing on a quiet bay of Sand Lake, part of the Bowstring Chain of Lakes. We are located 38 miles northwest of Grand Rapids, MN and 50 miles northeast of Bemidji, MN in the Chippewa National Forest of northern Minnesota. Lakewood Lodge offers 14 exceptionally clean lake cabins to provide you with a MN family vacation and a MN fishing experience you will never forget, a fantastic swimming beach with water toys, kids activities for all ages, great fall and winter get-a-ways and awesome sportsman's opportunities. In 2007 we added 11 additional acres of land, built a new lodge, built eight new cabins, two new fish cleaning houses that are open year round, a new dock system with electricity, a new playground, and added two new pontoons and two new Lund fishing boats. Come vacation and explore our Minnesota resort and play on Sand Lake. Renew your spirit in the awesome splendor of the Chippewa National Forest that completely surrounds the resort. Challenge yourself to conquer Minnesota Fishing on some of the best fishing waters in northern Minnesota. Delight your children with our playground. Lakewood Lodge has a rich history, serving Northwoods vacationers for nearly 100 years.