Back-to-school season is here, and Baxter, Minnesota, has everything you need to get your family ready for a fresh start. From new clothes and shoes to supplies and classroom essentials, you can find it all right here—without the stress of a big-city shopping trip. Here are some top spots in Baxter to check off your list.

School Supplies & Basics

From notebooks and pencils to backpacks to lunch supplies, you will be able to find what you need in these one-stop shops.

  • Costco
  • Target
  • Walmart Supercenter

Shoes & Clothing

Whether you are looking to stock up on stylish outfits, shoes or jackets, shoppers will appreciate the variety of options to make it easy to look good.

  • Kohl’s
  • Maurices
  • Shoe Sensations
  • TJ Maxx
  • Tradehome Shoes

Specialty, Sports & Extras

Looking for laptops, headphones or calculators? How about sports gear or gym class needs? We’ve got you covered.

  • Best Buy
  • Dick’s Sporting Goods
  • Dunham’s Sports
  • Hobby Lobby
  • Michaels
  • Play It Again Sports

Health & Beauty

Back-to-school season is the perfect time to refresh your health and beauty routines. Find what you need at these shops.

  • Bath & Body Works
  • Claire’s
  • Cosmo Prof
  • Ulta Beauty

Thrifty Finds

If you are looking for pre-loved clothes and deals then these Baxter stores are for you.

  • Common Goods
  • MinneThrift

Make it fun! Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Grab a smoothie, coffee, or lunch in Baxter while checking items off your list. Popular stops include Christmas Point, Cold Stone Creamery, Dough Bros. Woodfire Pizza, Poncho & Lefty’s and Rio Acai to reward the kids after a day of shopping. Check out our directory for more information.

Make a trip out of it! Stay at one of the Baxter hotels where you can find comfy stays, splash in pools, or enjoy an indoor water park. Plus there are a variety of family-fun attractions like mini golf, go-karts, candy stores and more. Plan your stay and trip today.