Sylvia Lake - Melrose Twp

Located in Stearns County, Minnesota

Sylvia Lake is an 85-acre lake located in Melrose Township, Minnesota. It is 38 miles northwest of St. Cloud and 103 miles northwest of the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

The closest location for emergency care is CentraCare - Sauk Centre, 10 miles west. The Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport is 114 miles southeast.

Life on the Water

Sylvia is a small fishing lake nestled next to Big and Little Birch Lakes. For high-speed watersports action, residents head to the neighboring lakes that offer public access. When they want to unwind and have a picnic or try their luck casting a line, they choose Sylvia. Reports indicate there is a plethora of sport fish here, such as bass, bullhead, perch, walleye, northern pike, carp, bluegill, sucker, and more.

Nearby Eats

After a long day outdoors, head into nearby Melrose to grab a bite to eat. Examples of excellent cuisine include True North Marketplace - Cornerstone Cafe, JD's Taphouse, Steam Brew, and Melrose Bakery.

Visit St. Cloud

St. Cloud is a beautiful city filled with historical, cultural, and recreational activities to excite every visitor. From family-friendly sites to a night out on the town, this area is not one to miss.

Munsinger Gardens is a spectacular and beautiful garden next to the Mississippi River. These gardens are known for their shade-loving plants, including numerous hostas and ferns.

Stearns History Museum offers an extensive lineup of programs, events, and attractions for visitors about the history of people, places, and stories in Central Minnesota. Outside, there is an 80-acre nature park with walking trails, wildlife, and a skateboard park.

Beaver Islands Trail is a great spot for biking and hiking with excellent views of the Mississippi River.

The top-rated restaurants in the city are Coyote Moon Grille, Star of India, Granite City Food & Brewery, Olde Brick House, and White Horse.

Visit Minneapolis

There are numerous attractions in Minneapolis, starting with the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints.

The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks.

Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

Finally, for outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

A Great Place To Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a vacation home, or a full-time retirement residence, Sylvia Lake is a perfect choice for a peaceful and quiet lifestyle.