SCHEELS Employee Owned

Welcome to
Mankato SCHEELS

Scheels x Minnesota retailer of the year 2025 - 2026
Mankato, MN

Your Shopping Destination

About Mankato SCHEELS

In 2006, SCHEELS opened its River Hills location in Mankato, Minnesota, bringing a 120,000-square-foot shopping experience with southern Minnesota’s largest selection of sporting goods, fashion, and footwear under one roof.

Store Features & Attractions

Mankato SCHEELS offers more than just shopping—it’s an experience for the whole family. Some of our most popular in-store attractions include:

  • A 55-foot maple tree centerpiece created by NatureMaker of California

  • A shooting gallery for all ages

  • Ginna’s coffee bar and fudge for a sweet treat

Expert Services & Specialty Shops

From outdoor adventures to everyday fitness, our Experts are trained to help you find exactly what you need. You’ll discover leading brands like Nike, On, and Garmin, plus SCHEELS Outfitters exclusive gear for hunting, camping, and more.

Our Service Shop provides professional maintenance and repairs, including:

  • Bike repairs and tune-ups

  • Skate sharpening

  • Racquet stringing

  • Ski and snowboard waxing

Community Involvement

As an employee-owned company, we’re proud to support the Mankato community through local partnerships, donations, and volunteer efforts.

Visit your Mankato SCHEELS for world-class shopping, unique attractions, and Expert service—whether you’re fishing the Minnesota River, exploring Minneopa State Park, or cheering on the Minnesota State Mavericks.

associates in front of a SCHEELS store

Employee Owned

Join Our Team

  • Be part of a 100% employee-owned company where your hard work directly benefits you
  • Competitive wages, health benefits, and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • Build your career in a supportive, team-oriented environment
Community First

More Than A Store

Here’s how we’re dedicated to making a difference.

Community Athletics

We’re proud to support local athletics and the valuable lessons young athletes learn through sports.

Giving Back

We partner with local charities and organizations to create lasting change in the area.

Local Partnership

We’re committed to working alongside local programs to support them year after year.