Thousand Lakes Resort is located on Lac des Mille Lacs (French for Lake of a Thousand Lakes). The lake's name is appropriate because of its many islands, bays, inlets, channels, and shoals. It is famous for its excellent Walleye (Pickerel) and Northern Pike and offers some of the best freshwater fishing in the world.

Accommodations at the resort range from one to four bedroom cabins sleeping up to eight people in single beds. Each cabin is equipped with flush toilets and showers. Dishes, cutlery, and cooking utensils are supplied. They do not furnish linens or bedding. Trailer and camping facilities and boat rentals are also available.