The Backyard at Detroit Lakes Cultural & Community Center
Detroit Lakes, MN
Two-story indoor playground in Detroit Lakes with multi-level climbing, slides, a nursing room, and easy birthday party options.
Photo 1 of 4. The Backyard indoor playground at the Detroit Lakes Cultural & Community Center
Editorial notes
What stands out
A dependable all-weather pick for high-energy kids who want a bigger climb-and-slide setup without the chain-playground feel.
Good fit
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids who like climbing, tunnels, and slides
- Families who want to combine playtime with a broader community-center visit
- Birthday parties that need a straightforward party-room setup
Consider another option if
- Families looking for calmer museum-style or pretend-play focused visits
- Visitors who want a café-style parent hangout
- Parents who prefer a smaller toddler-only environment
Know Before You Go
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Soft play
- Climbing structure
For caregivers
- Nursing room
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- active free play
Read more about this location
The Backyard is a large two-story indoor play structure inside the Detroit Lakes Cultural & Community Center. Kids can work their way through eight levels of climbing, tunnels, and slides, while families can pair playtime with the rest of the center’s recreation amenities through a day pass or membership. It is a strong fit for toddlers through elementary-age kids who want an active indoor outing without a strict timed-session format.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Day Pass Adult | $13 |
| Day Pass Family | $35 |
| Extra Guest Fee | $8 per additional guest |
| Day Pass Student | $8 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Location
826 Summit Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN, 56501
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Sources & Updates
3 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 6, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 6, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- DLCCC Childcare & Playdlccc.org
Checked: operating status, play structure details, party details, address, phone, nursing room
- DLCCC Membershipsdlccc.org
Checked: access model, day pass pricing, membership inclusion of The Backyard
- DLCCC Contact Usdlccc.org
Checked: center hours, address, phone
What changed
April 6, 2026
Verified The Backyard's official play-area page, access model, party pricing, and Detroit Lakes center hours.