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Detroit Lakes is a city in Becker County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 7,348 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Becker County 6. The area is known for its many beautiful lakes (412 of them) and is referred to as the 412 lakes area; with 412 lakes within a 25 mile radius of the city. The city has been noted in the John Steinbeck book, Travels with Charley, as he and his dog Charley drove through the upper midwest. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 31.9 km (12.3 mi ). 19.4 km (7.5 mi ) of it is land and 12.5 km (4.8 mi ) of it (39.25%) is water. The city is best known as a resort destination; which includes a mile long city beach. Large events through out the year include one of the regions largest 4th of July Celebrations, The Northwest Water Carnival, and concert events held at the Soo Pass Ranch. Each July the town hosts the 10,000 Lakes Festival. A large festival with past acts including Widespread Panic, Phil Lesh, The String Cheese Incident, Trey Anastasio, The Black Crowes, The Allman Brothers, and numerous others. The three-day concert attracts around 25,000 people. Each August the town hosts WE Fest, one of the largest country music festivals. Campgrounds packed with tents surround a huge stage, and the three-day concert attracts around 50,000 music-lovers each summer. The 2006 lineup includes Josh Gracin, Sugarland, Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Brooks and Dunn, Big and Rich, Gary Allan, Terri Clark, Martina McBride, and Rascal Flatts. WE Fest has helped spur economic growth within the town. Featured Homes in Detroit Lakes, MN
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