Fergus Falls, Minnesota — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Minnesota, United States.
Served by Harry Stern Airport (WAH).

History

Fergus Falls is a city in and the county seat of Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 14,119 at the 2020 census, and was estimated to be 14,258 in 2024.

Airports

Memmingen Airport (FFM) 3.8 mi to the centre

Fergus Falls, MN, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Harry Stern Airport (WAH) 25 mi to the centre

Wahpeton, ND, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Wheaton Municipal Airport 41 mi to the centre

Lake Valley Township, MN, US

Outdoor

Damneara Airport 8.4 mi to the centre

Elilzabeth, MN, US

Outdoor

Velo Airstrip 17 mi to the centre

Rothsay, MN, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Harry Stern Airport (WAH); 17 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

The Otter Express

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

Amtrak

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach

Intercity coach

Intercity coach

Intercity coach