Crow Crest Lodge Resort

04/19/2026

🎉🌊 Ice Out is OFFICIAL on Third Crow Wing Lake! 🌊🎉
It happened! After a stretch of sunshine and a steady breeze, the ice has officially cleared from Third Crow Wing Lake as of 4:07 p.m. on April 18th — and we couldn’t be more excited! ☀️🙌

🏆 Congratulations to our 2026 Ice Out Contest Winner – Autumn M Conrad !
⏰ Autumn nailed it with a guess of April 18th at 11:45 a.m. — so close! Incredible job! 👏

💙 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who took part this year — your guesses, excitement, and friendly competition made this contest another unforgettable one!

With open water and warmer days ahead, it’s officially go-time. We’re diving into spring prep and gearing up for our 38th season at Crow Crest Lodge Resort. Lake days, fishing, sunsets, and campfires are just around the corner — and we can’t wait to have you back! 🎣🔥🌅

📲 Stay connected: Like • Follow • Share so you don’t miss a moment this season!

📞 Planning your 2026 getaway? Now’s the time — give us a call at 218-732-5545 and get your trip locked in!

Check us out: www.crowcrestresort.com



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04/16/2026

🌿✨ They’re Back… and So Are We! ✨🌿
Our first guests of the season have officially arrived at Crow Crest Lodge Resort… and they’ve been coming longer than just about anyone! 🐦💜

The Purple Martins have been vacationing with us since 1965—now that’s what we call a tradition!

👇 Now it’s your turn! 👇
Drop a comment below and tell us how long your family has been vacationing at Crow Crest Lodge.

🗓️ Enter by Sunday, April 19th at 9:00 p.m.

🔥 PRIZE DETAILS:
🏆 The longest-running family tradition wins a Campfire S’mores Package (bundle of wood, graham crackers, marshmallows & Hershey bars)
🎁 ALL other entries will be entered into a drawing to win a pair of Crow Crest Lodge mixer glasses

💬 We love hearing your stories—let’s celebrate the memories made at the lake!

📞 Haven’t booked your 2026 summer vacation yet? Don’t wait — give us a call today: 218-732-5545
🔗 Learn more: www.crowcrestresort.com

👍 Don’t forget to Like + Follow + Share so you stay connected and never miss what’s happening at Crow Crest Lodge Resort!



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04/14/2026

🌊❄️ Day 29 of the 2026 Ice Out Contest – And Things Are HAPPENING! ❄️🌊

What a difference a week makes! That 10+ inches of snow from last week? GONE. ☀️🙌
And the best part… the ice is finally pulling away from the shoreline right in front of the resort — it won’t be long now! 👀💧

Meanwhile, we’re not waiting around…
👷‍♂️ Spring projects are officially underway! We’re out getting everything prepped and ready for those long, sunny days filled with fishing, relaxing, and lake life. It’s starting to feel like summer, and we couldn’t be more excited! 🎣🌅

💭 Dreaming about your summer getaway already? Now’s the time to stay connected:
👍 Like our page
👣 Follow us
🔁 Share with friends & family

…so you don’t miss a moment of the action at Crow Crest Lodge Resort — where spring turns into memories that last a lifetime 💙

📞 Haven’t booked your 2026 summer vacation yet? Don’t wait — give us a call today: 218-732-5545
🔗 Learn more: www.crowcrestresort.com



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03/21/2026

🎉❄️ 6 Days In & The Ice Out Excitement is Building! ❄️🎉

We are officially 6 days into the 2026 “Ice Out” Contest, and the guesses are rolling in! ⏰🌊

Wishing the best of luck to all of this year’s Crow Crest Lodge Resort Ice Out Contest participants — it’s anyone’s game as we watch and wait for that ice to finally give way! 👀💧

Who’s feeling confident in their guess?! 😎 Drop a comment if think you’re in it to win it!

📲 Don’t forget to stay connected and follow along for updates as the countdown continues… it could happen faster than you think!



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03/08/2026

Join us in our 3rd annual "Ice Out" contest. Contest is FREE to play just "Like" or “Follow” the Crow Crest Lodge Resort page and post the day and time you think the ice will be off Third Crow Wing Lake in the comment section under this post. Winner gets 2 FREE Crow Crest Lodge Resort T-shirts, a set of Crow Crest Lodge Resort mixer glasses and bragging rights until next year. All guesses MUST be posted no later than 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Like or Share this post and get your friends and family in on the action.

Congratulations to our previous winners:
2025- Sandy Gowin Gowin who posted April 16 at 3:30 p.m. Official “Ice Out” was April 16 at 7:50 p.m.
2024*- Robert Berchtold who posted April 4 at 2:30 p.m. Official “Ice Out” was April 4 at 3:30 p.m.
2024*- Kristin Boehm Boehm who posted March 20 at 3:00 p.m. Official “Ice Out” was March 19 at 6:45 p.m.
*Ice Officially went out; the lake refroze and Ice Officially went out a 2nd time. *


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02/08/2026

Looking for a summer escape? Experience the perfect summer retreat at Crow Crest Lodge Resort. Our prestine lakeside cabins offer a serene escape on the water's edge. Enjoy complimentary access to our swim raft, or explore the lake with our fleet of kayaks, paddle boards, along with boat/pontoon rentals available. Cast a line from the boat or the dock, where memorable catches await. Modern conveniences, including WiFi, and on-site laundry facilities. Ensure a comfortable stay while you embrace the natural beauty of our private sandy beach and tranquil resort setting.
🔗 Check us out now: www.crowcrestresort.com
📢 Don’t forget! Like 👍, share 🔄, and tag your friends who love nature, fishing, and lakeside relaxation! 💙🏞️

Now is a great time to call and reserve your 2026 summer vacation at Crow Crest Lodge Resort 218-732-5545.

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12/03/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We are honored to be named “Resort of the Week” by the Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce! 🌲🏕️

Come experience what makes Crow Crest Lodge Resort special — from peaceful lakeside views and cozy cabins to relaxing nature, great fishing, and time with family and friends. Whether you’re looking for an adventure or a quiet getaway, we’ve got something for everyone. 🛶✨

A big thank you to the Chamber for highlighting us, and a heartfelt thanks to our amazing guests — we couldn’t do it without you! ❤️

Thinking about a getaway?

📆 Now taking 2026 reservations!📞Visit our website www.crowcrestresort.com or call us 218-732-5545 to check availability and book your stay today! We can’t wait to welcome you! 🙌



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Our Resort of the Week is Crow Crest Lodge Resort on Third Crow Wing Lake. Find your adventure and your peace amidst 75 acres of pristine wilderness, and over 1,500 feet of shoreline.

Eight lake-level cabins and two spacious vacation homes make finding the perfect accommodations easy for your next getaway. Enjoy stunning sunsets like this, immerse yourself in nature amongst loon calls, eagles soaring, and more.

Call (218) 732-5545 or visit the link below for more info!
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11/25/2025

.🌅 What a night at Crow Crest Lodge Resort!
After a rare, beautiful 50-degree November day, Third Crow Wing Lake gifted us with this absolutely unbelievable sunset. The water was perfectly still — one last mirror-calm moment before temperatures drop, the lake freezes over, and the snow starts to fly ❄️

Mother Nature really knows how to say “see you next season.”
Grateful for evenings like this at the lake. 💛✨

If this sunset has you dreaming of lake days, loon calls, and peaceful nights, give it a like, share with a friend, and start planning your 2026 getaway today! 218-732-5545



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08/08/2025

🎣 Catches of the Week!

Check out what our guests have been reeling in this week:

Griffin Colbenson landed a 28 ¼” Walleye weighing 7 lbs 2 oz
Heath Ronnenberg caught a 4 ½ lb Bass
Emilee Ronnneberg caught this beautiful 9 ½” Pumpkinseed
Heath Ronnenberg (again!) pulled in a 32” Northern Pike
Jorli Colbenson reeled in a 10” Crappie
Griffin Colbenson added to the list with a 28” Northern Pike

👏 Amazing work, anglers!

Thinking about your next escape? Now’s the perfect time to start planning your 2025 fall getaway or 2026 summer vacation at Crow Crest Lodge Resort . Call today to reserve your spot: 218-732-5545. 🌲☀️



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07/25/2025

🌅 A Sunset Worth the Wait 🌅
After a week of rain, heavy clouds, and smoke from the Canadian wildfires, the sky finally gave us a break—and what a view it was. The air may still be hazy, but tonight’s colors were a welcome reminder that beauty finds its way through.

The lake glowed in soft golds and pinks, the loons were calling across the water, and for a moment, time seemed to slow down. It’s evenings like this that remind us why Crow Crest Lodge Resort is such a special place.

If this sunset has you dreaming of lake days, loon calls, and peaceful nights, give it a like, share with a friend, and start planning your next getaway today! 218-732-5545