A Minnesota Family Resort Near Detroit Lakes, MN
Welcome to East Silent Resort
Lakefront cabins. Unplugged summers. Generations of memories.
Located on the shores of East Silent Lake in the heart of Otter Tail County, East Silent Lake Resort is one of the premier family resorts in Minnesota — where lake days feel endless and summer still looks the way it should.
Here, kids trade screens for days in the sun. Teenagers gather at the lodge for ice cream and laughs after a full day in the sun. Parents relax knowing their children are safe, active, and making lifelong memories. Grandparents watch traditions continue.
This is Minnesota lake life — the way it was meant to be.
Let our family help you begin “A Timeless Tradition."
Lodging Options
East Silent Lake Resort offers some of the finest accommodation in Minnesota. Choose from traditional resort cabins, guest rooms and suites, or our new vacation homes which were designed with today's family vacation in mind. The accommodation is sprinkled throughout the quiet, wooded, 50 acre property. All of the cabins are in close proximity to crystal clear East Silent Lake.
Luxury Lake Homes
Our new luxury lakeside homes have been built with features that today’s families desire. Designed with a unique “lock-out” feature, these units can accommodate small or large groups – all under one roof.
Guest Rooms & Suites
Whether you’re in the mood to fish, hunt for wildflowers or hike in Maplewood State Park, it’s all right outside your door. The gracious, comfortable interiors of these guest rooms and suites are designed to accommodate every mood.
Cabins
Our 1-3 bedroom cabins are well-built and nestled next to the shore of the clear, sparkling East Silent Lake in central Otter Tail County. The cabins are newly updated, clean, and well spaced for privacy.
The Ultimate Minnesota Family Lake Vacation
Set across 70 wooded acres with crystal-clear shoreline, East Silent Lake Resort offers families space to reconnect and recharge. Whether you’re planning a week-long summer vacation, a multi-generational reunion, or a long weekend getaway, everything you need is right here.
On the Water
- Sandy swimming beach
- Crystal clear swimming water
- Kayaks, paddleboards, paddle boats
- Boat and jet ski rentals
- Fishing
- Water skiing, surfing, tubing
On Land
- Pickleball & basketball courts
- Sand volleyball
- Playground & open green space
- Scenic wooded trails
- Evening campfires
- Lodge gatherings & sweet treats
When searching for Minnesota lake resorts for families, what matters most is simple: safe fun, natural beauty, and room to breathe. That’s exactly what you’ll find here.
Ownership Opportunities
East Silent Lake Resort is now offering the best of both worlds – affordable lake home ownership with all of the lifestyle advantages of resort accommodations.
resort activities
You will enjoy the many East Silent Lake activities that our clear, sparkling lake has to offer such as, skiing, tubing, fishing, snorkeling, canoeing, swimming and boating. Children will love the variety of water toys available. Other fun activities include sand volleyball, basketball, lawn games, campfires, bird watching, biking and playing on our safe playground. The surrounding area provides our guests with many area attractions for the whole family with activities like golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants, antique shops, horseback riding and two beautiful state parks.
Children's Program
We genuinely love welcoming children and work hard to create a vacation experience that is both safe and full of adventure. We provide daily activities where kids can explore, play, and make lasting memories — while parents relax knowing they’re in a secure, family-focused setting.
Youth Activities
During the summer season, we offer a variety of supervised youth activities each afternoon for children and teens, approximately ages 10–17. These activities are designed to be fun, engaging, and age-appropriate, giving kids the chance to make new friends, explore the outdoors, and create lasting memories.
Social Events
We offer a wide variety of social events designed to bring everyone together. From evening s’mores by the campfire to our fun-filled ice cream socials, there are opportunities for families to spend time together. Our activities are crafted to ensure every member of the family has a memorable experience.
Planning an event?
Planning a wedding, special event, conference, retreat or family reunion? East Silent Lake Resort can accommodate groups of all sizes. Our beautiful lodge is one of Otter Tail County's most popular event destinations. We have a full kitchen offering an extensive catering menu and beverage selections. We also work closely with many local eateries and caterers and welcome outside vendors. Our staff will provide personalized event planning and management so you can relax and focus on the important things in life!
Groups
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From family reunions to corporate strategic planning, groups of all sizes can be comfortably accommodated at East Silent Lake Resort.
Special Occasions
From small, intimate celebrations to a party with a hundred people, East Silent Lake Resort provides the perfect setting for weddings.
Business Retreats
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Corporations, non-profits, and government agencies alike have discovered that East Silent Lake Resort provides the perfect setting for offsite meetings and retreats.