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STAY | RECREATION | ENTERTAINMENT | DINING | EVENTS | MUCH MORE
BRAINERD LAKES
Visitors’ Guide 2015
MINNESOTA
1-800-450-2838 EXPLOREBRAINERDLAKES.COM
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EMAIL:
[email protected]
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FACEBOOK:
facebook.com/BrainerdMN
20 great picks for lake-y fun
LAND OF ROADS, AND TRAILS AND GREENS
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FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD
10 things land lovers will love
Golf ry
o
Direct
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5 fine & unique dining ideas
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GET UP AND GO, GO, GO!
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WHAT’S GOIN’ ON?
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WHERE WE ARE
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WH0 ARE WE?
5 entertaining reasons the Lakes are alive
Events around the Lakes
Brainerd Lakes region map
Our communities
TAKE IT FROM ME . . .
Area pros tell it like it is
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LET’S STAY!
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WANT IT, NEED IT? IT’S HERE.
Lodging directory
Business directory
Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center
7393 State Highway 371
Brainerd, MN 56401
(800) 450-2838
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TWITTER:
@BrainerdLakes
WATER, WATER & MORE WATER
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INSTAGRAM:
@BrainerdLakes
BRAINERD LAKES AREA VISITORS’ GUIDE 2015
Crosslake Office
County Road 3 and Route 66
Crosslake, MN 56442
(218) 692-4027
Pequot Lakes Office
Along the Paul Bunyan Trail
Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
(218) 568-8911 or (800) 950-0291
COVER PHOTO BY JOHN LINN, ADVENTURE STUDIOS
Why do we love the Lakes?
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We hate to brag, but we’re pretty awesome.
It’s proven by our many visitors year after
year. Do we have lakes? You know we
do. Do we have crazy-good recreation
opportunities? Check! How about
entertainment, dining and good ol’ relaxing?
We are SO on it.
As a visitor to the Brainerd Lakes region,
you’ll want to know the big things to hit. But
you’ll also want to know about those hidden
gems that will delight your friends when
you tell them about your trip. Oh yes, we’ve
got them. Get out the camera phone and
share it with the world. We promise you’ll
get a bunch of likes, retweets and “wish we
were with you” comments.
So sit back, kick up your feet and start
planning your visit to our fantastic area,
which is so much more than you ever
dreamed. We’ve given you some easy
wa s to find our sweet s ots in the a es,
including some easy-to-read lists that will
get you writing your itinerary.
3-2-1. . . GO!
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AROUND THE CLOCK FUN. 365 DAYS A YEAR.
Nonstop gaming action. A-list entertainment. Delicious dining options.
All this, with a comfy, convenient hotel room waiting for you at the end
of a fun-filled day. At Grand Casino Mille Lacs, we’ve got it all.
Visit grandcasinomn.com or call 800-626-5825.
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waters iin , snow oardin and surfin
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rett fast re ou u for it ent a oard,
load u the oat and ran u the musi f
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ome a ti ities stand the test of time, and
waters iin is one of them Here s a ti
earl mornin s and e enin s tend to ha e
the almest waters ind a ristine a and
ar e to our heart s ontent an of our
resorts o er lessons
Paddle Board
he new id on the lo of waters orts,
stand u addle oardin
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addlin wor s our arms nd the s ener
alon the wa an t e eat ou an e en
do o a on a
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things
to love
about
water
Beach towels hanging on the clothesline,
dried
the wind o the la e onfires
that go so late into the night the loons tell
ou to o to ed a in u to the feel of
sand in your sheets (that means you had
fun eelin the tu at the end of our
fishin line indin out that ou an, in
fa t, dri e a ar on a la e
hether ou re a erson who li es to
ee on the o, or one who refers to
han out shore side, we e made a list
of
thin s we lo e a out water dd to
our list on nsta ram,
rainerd a es
loat
here s nothin uite li e floatin in water
he entle ro in is oh so rela in
hether ou re on the la e in our arm hair
floatie, or on an inner tu e meanderin
down the row in i er and other area
ri ers as well , ta e some time to slow
down while ou re here ou re still on the
water ust at a slower a e
i e
nd
di e, we don t mean o the
s rin oard a e a lun e a
lun e in the u una ine a es
feet of isi ilit in these uni ue la es that
were on e minin its o er iews found no
where else o a we sear h u una mine
la es ou e ot to see it to elie e it
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Scuba diving in
the mine lakes
offers some
interesting views!
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a a
anoe
low down and ta e it all in anoe or a a
around the la e, or down a ri er o solo or with
a artner ither wa ou ll find serenit in the
la in water and the iews of nature
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fa orite of isitors and lo als ali e is ruisin
the la es on oard a oat hate er our s eed,
ettin to and from in the a es re ion is more
fun on the water rin our own oat, tr a rental
or ta e a ruise on one of our i la es a a
sna , do at a resort or restaurant to ra a
ite a e life at its est
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an of our la es allow ou to ea h our oat
alon the shoreline for a ui
ame of fris ee
in the water, or to anchor and chat with adjacent
oaters t s a ommunit on the water eli an
a e, ull a e and the hitefish hain ha e
reat o ortunities for shallow water fun
HOTEL
& WATERPARK
888.824.3232
www.brainerdhi.com
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n all time fa orite of ids and
adults e er where Ho on a iant
inflata le and ha e a s eed thrill
ride, or a leisurel float ither wa ,
there s no s ill needed and ou re
still on the water getting some
sunn itamin
,
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Tube
wim
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How do ou swim n a ool
the do
adin an le dee
with sand etween our toes
annon allin o the oat in the middle of the
la e r feelin the entle tu of ri er urrent
wimmin is an inte ral art of the a es ur
resorts hotels, u li ea hes and hundreds
of la es all shout for ou to ome and di our
toes ndoors or out
KEEP GOING, THERE’S
MORE!
since 1908
Paul Bunyan Trail
21489 Train Bell Road
Merrifield, MN 56465
BRAINERD LAKES AREA
For reservations:
1-800-252-2102
phone: 218-829-4941
www.trainbellresort.com
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FLAVORS
AND A
WARM
WELCOME
• Incredible steaks, fresh seafood,
pastas, salads, soups,
sandwiches and more.
• Full-service bar, group dining,
and a large patio.
8164 Interlachen Road
Lake Shore, MN
Reservations: 218.963.2568
barharborsupperclub.com
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WATER’S OPEN, LET ’S FISH!
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FRESH
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mall mouth or lar e mouth, ass are a whole lot
of fun ossin out a lasti fro into the shoreline
reeds or ullin a o er a ross a erfe tl alm
e enin la e, the s rin loaded a tion of a ass
rashin throu h the water is sur risin and
addi tin
ar e mouth ass are lentiful in most
of our area la es mall mouth are a it tri ier ut
ne er fear, here are a few la es to et ou ointed
in the ri ht dire tion i ine a e, orden a e,
learwater a e, Horseshoe a e, a e Hu ert,
er ent a e, rout a e and hitefish a e
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anfish
earl all of our la es ha e lentiful anfish
unfish, er h, ra ies hou h the ma e little,
the re full of a tion lide on a o er, ra some
worms and throw a line o the do
n all time
fa orite of ids and adults e er where lus, there s
nothin etter than a late ni ht fish fr under the
stars with famil and friends
alle e
f there s some wind and the wa es ma e the oat a
little ro
that s the erfe t alle e ho
end
the da trollin for the fish who li e down dee f
ou re rewarded with a lun er, ta e a i and ost it
on our a e oo a e alle e fisherman s ti
he
season a e ts alle es a etites ee hes and
ni ht rawlers are ood summer fare shiners, hu s
and su ers are ood for other times of the ear
lwa s he with the lo als for word on the ite
iring
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land a lu
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CRUISE
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Gull Lake
Brainerd, MN
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hate er our
s ellin referen e, these elusi e easts are man
fishermen s dream at h atien e and a stron
arm ha e ou seen a mus ie lure are ne essities
when see in
us ellun e r these area waters
to start our ad enture a e le ander, a e
ssawinnama ee, ille a s a e, ississi i i er,
i e a e and hamineau a e
orthern i e
true redator of the a es, man a line has een
sni ed
the mi ht orthern i e s teeth, so e
sure ou ha e a hea leader hen landin this
fish, e areful with our ri , a oid the mouth ou
ma also want to a a liers for safe remo al of
hoo s i
ri ht lures es e iall ellow, white or
hartreuse are i e fa orites
5 MORE TO GO . . .
Private Charters
Public Cruises
- starting from $24.95 -
1, 2, 3 & 4 room cabins • Air conditioning • Cable TV • Wireless internet
Visit BeaconShores.com for videos | 1-800-950-5907
destinycruisesllc.com
855.953.3784
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ish some more
ur la es ma e o ered in i e, ut that doesn t sto
us from wettin a line ent an i ehouse, turn on the
heat and wait for the ite an i ehouses ha e satellite
, o ens, eds, and all the amenities of home ot
sure a out ein inside a house on the i e oin o er
,
eo le on the i e for the rainerd a ee s e
ishin
tra a an a on ull a e o matter our
referen e, it s an ad enture ou won t for et
the world’s largest
charitable ice
fishing contest is
held on gull lake!
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ross ountr s iin is a lot li e snowmo ilin in the
res e t that most eo le thin of it as a land onl s ort
ot so hat etter wa to et a heart um in ardio
wor out than la in a ross a sheet of ristine white
snow, o erin a erfe tl flat fro en la e reat wa
to tea h the ids, too to at an area resort alon our
tre for a hot drin and to warm our toes
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Pssst... Crosslake Community Center has
6 miles of groomed X-country ski trails!
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now ite
a snow o ered la e and et some air ait, what ou heard
ri ht now itin is the e ui alent to ite oardin , ut in the winter
en li ht winds an i e ou a fantasti ride, and snow itin is
t i all easier to learn sin e ou re not fi htin wa es and water
ille a s a e is a o ular s ot for this rowin s ort
ate
all us nostal i , ut we lo e to
ut on a air of s ates and head to
the la e ou ma e fond of fi ure
s ates or ho e s ates, ut either
wa there are o tions for oth he
out the ond Ho e tournments
at e est in ree
oint held in
anuar or sho el o a rin outside
our la eside a in and turn on the
flood li hts here s nothin uite
li e s atin outdoors, ta in in the
s ener , ma in memories
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nowmo ile
ou ma thin snowmo ilin is a land onl s ort ruisin alon
the hundreds of miles of our area s roomed trails, with e er reens
ma in a li in tunnel hhh ut wait thin a ain n the a es re ion
we ha e adrenaline um in ra in a tion on the i e adar runs
hi h s eed snowmo ile ra es o ur throu hout the area, in ludin
e est at ree
oint ant more fun, less om etition, in our radar
run Head to rossla e for inter est, held e er ear in e ruar
all the rossla e ham er for more info at
bay lake lodge
ruttgers.com
855.567.4800
www.adventurestudios.com
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LAND OF ROADS, AND TRAILS, AND GREENS
10
things
to love
about the
land
We’re known for our lakes. True. And
we’re proud of that. But it just isn’t right
to ignore the fact that those lovely
blue waters are surrounded by land.
Wonderful, beautiful, unique land.
We’re the home to some of the most
special land-based sights and activities in
Minnesota. And dare we say it—America.
Where else can you ride a bike through
terrain as red as Mars alongside crystal
clear lakes that were once mining pits? Or
how a out olfin at world lass ourses
designed by legendary architects by day,
and attend an outdoor concert by night?
For all you land-lovers, we’ve got land
you’re gonna love.
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Mountain Biking
Wait, what? There are no mountains in
central Minnesota. But there ARE world-class
mountain biking trails! A short 15-minute drive
from Brainerd places you in the scenic land of
crystal-clear lakes and rough, red soil. Cuyuna
ountr tate e reation rea o ers o er
miles of riding through 800 acres, with trails
ran ed from as to trememl i ult
ith
the variety in trails, everyone ages 3 to 93 can
get in on the action. Visit our friends at the
Cuyuna Lakes Chamber for more information:
CuyunaLakes.com.
We’re not done with the biking quite yet.
There’s a new player in the game here in the
Lakes, and it’s hard to ignore—mainly because
it’s so big. Literally. The fatbike movement is
here is full force. What’s great about these
bikes is that you can ride them anytime of the
year, especially in winter. Dress for the weather
and roll. The large tires and wide rims make
a smooth ride out of any terrain. Snow, sand,
mud or rock, the fatbike is your versatile friend
for getting outdoors.
2 Camping
in
Come one, come all, to the lakes for—shopping!
es, ou heard us ri ht, fol s n need of a o
sweater for our wine ottle, or a o sweater
for our own od
te ri ht u , we e ot
oth oo for one of a ind ifts in rossla e,
or lon sou ht after anti ues in ros
erha s
home rown e ies at the rainerd farmers
mar et, or handmade lothin in e uot a es is
what ou re after o matter what ou re sear hin
for, we e ot it or an find it for ou innesota
i e is in our ones, and it shows in our ustomer
ser i e ind a reall ni e list of retailers at
e lore rainerdla es om
,
There’s nothing quite so satisfying as kicking up
our feet in front of a ra lin fire dd to that
some marshmallows, lau hter and the friendl
all of the loon, and ou e ot the erfe t
am in tri
e e ot fantasti tent, a in and
am in
he out rossla e
ull a e
e reation reas
rm or s of n ineers ,
row in
ille a s athio tate ar s, as
well as ills ur tate orest ll ha e la e or ri er
a ess and awesome re reational a ti ities
ho
,
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visit historic
downtown brainerd.
by land, it’s easy to
shop around!
Brainerd
OPEN ROAD
PAVED TRAILS
BACK COUNTRY
(218) 829-3695
HilltopTrailers.com
HIGH QUALITY BIKES
TAKE YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO
Lowest prices in the Midwest! We buy direct and can
offer up to 50% OFF new bikes, parts & accessories.
Sales, Rentals, Parts & Service
Sports & Recreation • Bike Shop • Sales & Service • Bike Rentals
33754 Charles Ave.
Jenkins, MN
218-568-5299
crowwingcycleworks.com
HWY 371 – BAXTER
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Motorcycle
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SPE
& SNOWBOARD
If you’re a winter visitor, you’ve got to check out our
cold weather activities that leave you sweating. Need
an adrenaline rush efore rushin o to the s a a e a
trip down Mount Ski Gull. Snowboard, ski or snowtube,
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Long rides, quick trips, sunset cruises. Stop at a local
pub for a burger, or shed the leather for a jump in
the lake. Try these scenic routes: County Highway 77
around Gull Lake, Highway 84 to Longville, and the ever
lovely and popular Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway.
Run
SKI GULL
Want to use your feet instead of wheels? Get stretching,
because we’re going running. The Lakes region hosts
dozens of running events all year long. From extreme
5ks, to trail runs, to Boston Marathon qualifying races—
Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes—we can wear out
your running shoes in no time.
FOR 8, 9, 10 GO TO P.16
Photo by Jimmy Callian
SALES & RENTALS:
Mountain Bikes • Fat Bikes
SUPs • Kayaks
Canoes • Snowshoes
Bike Service & Repairs
Shuttle/Delivery Services
cyclepathpaddle.com • 218-545-4545
115 3rd Ave. SW, Crosby MN
Good Ol’ Days
Family Resort
Nisswa, MN
LOWER CULLEN LAKE
Located on the
Paul Bunyan Trail
GoodOlDaysResort.com
1-800-227-4501
15248 State Hwy 371 • Baxter, MN
218.828.2815 • 800.450.2848
BrainerdRental.com
MADDEN’S ON GULL LAKE
We are the land of sky blue waters—and out of this world golf. The
national and statewide accolades for our courses pour in year after
year. Challenging and beautiful, golf in the Lakes is never boring.
ome with friends and la a di erent ourse e er da , or rin the
family and give the kids lessons with one of our golf pros. Tip: Stay &
play golf packages are a great way to experience our golf courses,
su erior a ommodations and fine dinin
Golf Directory
Birch Bay Resort Inn & Golf Course
1646 S. Agate Shore Dr SW
Nisswa, MN 56468
(800) 450-4481 or (218) 963-4488
birchbaygolfresort.com
Emily Greens
39966 Refuge Road
Emily, MN 56447
(218) 763-2169
emilygreens.com
Pine Ridge Golf Club
34500 Hillcrest Road
Motley, MN 56466
(218) 575-3300
pineridgegolfclubmn.com
Breezy Point Resort
9252 Breezy Point Road
Breezy Point, MN 56472
(800) 432-3777 or (218) 562-7811
breezypointresort.com
Whitebirch, The Traditional,
Deacon’s Lodge
Golden Eagle Golf Club
16146 West Eagle Lake Road
Fifty Lakes, MN 56448
(218) 763-4653
golfgoldeneagle.com
Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge
25039 Tame Fish Lake Road
Deerwood, MN 56444
(800) 450-4545 or (218) 678-4646
ruttgers.com
The Lakes 18, Alec’s Nine
Cragun’s Legacy Courses
11000 Cragun’s Drive
Brainerd, MN 56401
(888) 873-0161
craguns.com
Bobby’s Legacy, Dutch Legacy,
Reversible 9
Crosswoods Golf Course
35878 County Road 3
Crosslake, MN 56442
(218) 692-4653
crosslakegolf.com
Grand View Lodge
23521 Nokomis Avenue
Nisswa, MN 56468
(866) 801-2943 or (218) 963-2234
grandviewlodge.com
The Garden Course, The Pines,
The Preserve
LAND OF ROADS, AND TRAILS AND GREENS
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Whitefish Golf Club
7883 County Road 16
(218) 543-4900
whitefishgolf.com
Madden’s on Gull Lake
11266 Pine Beach Peninsula
Brainerd, MN 56401
(800) 247-1040 or (218) 829-2811
maddens.com
Pine Beach East, Pine Beach West,
Social 9, The Classic at Madden’s
Wildwedge Golf, Mini Golf & Maze
Hwy 371 & Cty Road 16,
2 miles north of Pequot Lakes
(218) 568-6995
wildwedge.com
BE SURE TO CALL AHEAD FOR TEE TIMES—OUR COURSES ARE IN HIGH DEMAND!
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GREAT ROAD CYCLING AROUND
WHIPPLE BEACH. AFTERWARD,
COOL DOWN IN THE LAKE!
8 Cycling
Road cyclists rejoice, we have hundreds of miles of trails in our
back yard. The 120-mile Paul Bunyan Trail, beginning at Crow Wing
State Park and ending in Lake Bemidji State Park, has numerous
trailheads with am le ar in
en flats in lines, the trail is for
everyone. Want more challenge? Our recreational service members
can recommend rides to make your legs (good) burn. Tip: Want
some hills? Try Akerson Road north of Pequot Lakes.
9 Walk
a e the time to a sor all that the a es ha e to o er ature
is a undant e er where ou o Hi e throu h the orthland
Arboretum (bring your camera), stroll the Mississippi riverside at
Kiwanis Park, or geocache along the Paul Bunyan Trail, named a
geocaching power trail! Tip: Geocaching can be done along the
entire Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway as well! See our map on p. 26.
10 Drive
We live in a region where we experience all four seasons in all their
splendor. Pick a season. Okay, let’s try Autumn. Stunning, colorful
drives abound. Take County Road 77 around Gull Lake. (Make
sure to drive through Lakeshore.) Summer? Meander through the
emerald trees of Pillsbury State Forest near Pillager. In the Spring
drive along the shores of Mille Lacs Lake and watch the mighty
ice pile up. Winter scenery is fantastic on the Paul Bunyan Scenic
Byway through Crosslake—take the cut across through Ideal
Corners for ideal views.
food
The Brainerd Lakes area is diverse in many
ways, and food makes the list. Fine dining,
dockside noshing, ultra-fast drive-thrus,
made-to-order catering, local specialty
foods and more. Review your choices on
our website in the Where to Eat section.
1 Fine Dining
There aren’t many things better in life than
enjoying a good meal. And when we say good,
we mean a fine meal. Many of our local dining
establishments have award-winning chefs
on sta that are onstantl reatin new and
unique dishes. Unique twists on old favorites or
contemporary plates that have never been seen
before, the Brainerd Lakes area boasts them all.
i
ur area resorts ha e fine dinin restaurants
on-site that are open to the general public. Call
ahead for hours and reservations.
MMMMORE
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MADDEN’S ON
GULL LAKE
to love
about the
Lakes’
GRAND VIEW LODGE
FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD
5
things
Imaginative pizzas created by hand.
Fresh, sizzling walleye served with local
e eta les eer so fla orful that ou e in
to ponder how you can move to the area
just to get more of it. Soups and sandwiches
you can grab on the go, and again, wonder
how they make food so good, so fast?
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Brews
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Local Cuisine
Beer is the thing. The fondness for this blending of
grains, hops—and sometimes even jalapeños—has
been ever increasing throughout the Lakes. Our local
breweries are making their mark on the beer map with
their stouts, nut brown ales, pale ales, IPAs and seasonal
rews he full fla or is somethin ou ust don t et from
a six-pack that’s been sitting on a shelf for a month. Belly
u in the ta room and tr a fli ht rue lo al fla or, in a
rowler ill and refill
Looking for the truly Minnesotan dining experience?
Fresh caught walleye is abundant all year long, as well
as du
onfit and wild ri e sou oose meat aid ite
sandwiches can be found at The Barn, but be sure to get
there early for homemade pie. If you’re in town for the
ount fair, u ust
,
, don t for et to et an da
a o he re ood stu , ou et ha
NEVER BEEN?
Our local brewer
ies are friendly pl
aces and
open year-round.
Check our online
Business
ire tor to find
onta t info ra
a
few
friends and head
to the tap room!
On-the-Go
Sometimes you just need to eat on the
run. Burgers and fries, a quick stop for a
homemade bagel, call ahead to pickup a
giant burrito. What if you’re on the water? No
problem. Many of our dining estblishments
on the water have dockside service. Motor
up, grab your food and get back to it. There’s
even the convenience of a gourmet food
truck. Korean beef tacos with kimchi anyone?
5 Specialty
uthenti erman food a , wood fired
pizzas with unbelievable toppings, italian
food made with love and mexican that’s
mu aliente inish o our meal with
handmade chocolates (drool) or a cup of
a a from one of our lo al o ee sho s
Special food, made especially for you.
Isn’t that (Minnesota) nice?
FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD
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Extensive variety of olive
oils & balsamic vinegars
from all over the world.
• Extra virgin,
fused & infused
olive oils
• Gourmet truffle,
seed & nut oils
• Aged balsamic
vinegars
imported from
Modena, Italy
• Full line of olives,
tapenades,
pestos & crostini
spreads
• Maruso
gluten-free
soy sauce
• Pasta, sauces &
seasonings
• Olivella bath &
body products
• Gift bags, boxes,
baskets & cards
NISSWA LOCATION
25539 Main Street
218.961.OILS (6457)
WALKER LOCATION
301 Minnesota Avenue
218.547.OILS (6457)
loideoilsandvinegars.com
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5
things to love
about the Lakes’
entertainment
THINK POSITIVELY
EXERCISE DAILY
EAT HEALTHY
PLAN SCREENINGS
LIVE YOUR LIFE
COMPLETE
PRO-SHOP
OPEN DAILY
BAXTER, MN
HELPING YOU
LIVE WELL.
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BROWERVILLE CLINIC
EAGLE BEND CLINIC
MOTLEY CLINIC
PILLAGER CLINIC
SARTELL DERMATOLOGY
800-525-1033 I 218-894-1515
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BRAINERD INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
We’re a well-rounded region, full of
lively nightlife, arts and action. Watch
a play. Enjoy a movie. Listen to a
concert—inside or outside. Get your
adrenaline pumping at the race track.
Talk to Paul Bunyan. Get lost in a corn
maze. Revisit the past at a museum.
Take a cruise.
Did you hear that? The chest shaking sounds of the NHRA Nationals
thunder into Brainerd International Raceway every August. Many other
racing events are also held at BIR each year, including Superbike racing
and Wednesday Night Drags. The BIR Performance Driving School puts
you behind the wheel with real drive time.
2 Music
Crystal Olson | CLC Theatre
Country to classical to rock, the melodies in the air of Lake country are
always sweet. Head to the Crosslake Outdoor Music Series, June–
August, a free event for the whole family. Lakes Jam brings rock and
country together in the great outdoors, with onsite camping, held at
Brainerd International Raceway. If you prefer Brahms to Bon Jovi, Lakes
Area Music Festival brings you chamber music, symphonic orchestra
and semi-staged opera. Encore!
3 Theatre
1 Racing
Not only are we home to a fantastic public education system here in
the Lakes, but we also home to Central Lakes College, which boasts
a thriving theatre department. Students and community members
perform productions year-round to the applause of over 10,000 patrons.
Applause can also be heard, along with much laughter, at Geritol Frolics.
This musical variety show is presented by performers over age 55.
Photo by Rick Corwine
• Drag Racing • Road Racing • BIR Performance Driving School • On-site Camping
Photo by SDE
2015 Major Races & Events
May 22 - 24
June 5 - 7
June 12 - 14
June 19 - 21
June 25 - 27
July 3 - 5
July 31 - Aug 2
Aug 15
Aug 20 - 23
Sept 4 - 6
Sept 11- 13
Street Car Showdown
Thunder at the Lakes
Watercross, Superbikes & Drag Racing
MAP Proving Grounds
Lakes Jam Music & Camping Festival
PleasureLand RV Show & Go
Powercruise
ChumpCar World Series
Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals
Muscle Car Shootout
MAP Proving Grounds
Visit our website for a current and complete schedule.
www.BrainerdRaceway.com
Local: 218-824-RACE (7223)
Toll free: 866-444-4455
5 miles north of
Brainerd on Hwy 371
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
4 Family Attractions
Laughter, giggles, high-pitched squeals. All signs point to
fun being had by all! Get your share of family-sized fun
playing mini-golf, racing in go-karts or climbing a rock wall.
at h model trains fl down their tra s or et u lose and
ersonal with wildlife at the oo hen ou float into town,
be sure to check out our waterpark options as well. Baxter
lodging establishments have some of central Minnesota’s
biggest waterslides, and our resorts have ample indoor
swimming activities as well. Check our lodging grid (p.3643) to view amenities.
5 Nightlife
RUTTGER’S BAY LAKE LOD
GE
The nightlife in the Lakes buzzes, rings and cha-chings!
Visit one of our local casinos for fast-paced action and
stellar entertainment. Concerts are an up-close experience
in these intimate venues. Like to sing on your own? Try
karaoke. Music pairs nicely with, what else, food! Local
usinesses and resorts o er oo in lasses and wine
tastings. Tip: Check the event calendar on our website to
help plan your trip. ExploreBrainerdLakes.com
THE
GREAT
I NDO OR S
After a day in the great
outdoors, enjoy exceptional
indoor action. Try your luck
on the slots, at the tables,
or enjoy a drink and a
homemade meal at one
of our fine restaurants.
Walker, MN • 1-800-252-PLAY
northernlightscasino.com
TO MAKE AN
APPOINTMENT, CALL
218-828-0565
Dr. Jeanni R. Foss, DDS
Dr. Victoria Severson, DDS
Dr. Wendy Tanner, DDS
DENTALFOSS.COM
www.growbrainerdlakes.com
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what’s goin’ on, 2015?
There’s so much to do in the Lakes we can’t possibly list it all. Here are just a few highlights for
the upcoming year. Be sure to visit our events calendar at ExploreBrainerdLakes.com for a
comprehensive list with details, info and all sorts of good stuff.
JANUARY 9-10
Ice Fest on Pelican Lake
Breezy Point
Brainerd Jaycees $150,00 Ice Fishing Extravaganza
Gull Lake
Crosslake WinterFest
Crosslake
7
Cuyuna Lakes Whiteout Fat Bike Race
Cuyuna
14
Nisswa Winter Jubilee
Nisswa
Feb 27-Mar 1
Gull Lake Frozen Fore
Gull Lake
Polar Bear Plunge
Breezy Point
7
3 Way/10K on Gull Lake—Walk, ride or glide
Gull Lake
8
Lumberjack Jaunt Cross-Country Ski Race
Brainerd
14
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration / Clover Dash 5K
Crosslake
27-28
Everything Expo Tradeshow at Essentia Sports Center
Brainerd
Brainerd Jaycees Run for the Lakes—Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1K
Nisswa
24
Northland Arboretum Annual Blind Wine Event
Brainerd
25
Lakes Area Women’s Expo
Brainerd
24
FEBRUARY 5-7
MARCH 7
APRIL 24-25
MAY 9
Walleye/Northern Pike Fishing Opener
May 16–Sept 26
Crosslake Lions Flea Market (3rd Saturdays)
Crosslake
22-24
Street Car Showdown
BIR Brainerd
May 29–Sep 25
Flea Markets (Saturdays)
Pine River
Nisswa Turtle Races Nisswa (Wednesdays)
Nisswa
5-7
Thunder at the Lakes NHRA Divisional Race
BIR Brainerd
6
Brainerd Lakes Area Outdoor Youth Expo
Lakeshore
6
Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lions Club Cherry Car Show
Pequot Lakes
12-13
Nisswa-Stamman Scandinavian Festival
Nisswa
13
Sour Grapes Half & Half Walk/Race
Brainerd
June 16–Aug 11
Big Fun Tuesdays
Crosslake
June 18–Aug 21
Market in the Park (Thursdays)
Pequot Lakes
20
Antique & Classic Wood Boat Rendezvous
Crosslake
20
Rotary Bike Ride for Clean Water
Pequot Lakes
20-21
Nisswa Majestic Pine Arts Fair
Nisswa
June 20–Aug 15
Pine River Duck Races (Fridays)
Pine River
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Little Miss and Mister 4th of July Pageant
Brainerd
25-27
Lakes Jam
BIR Brainerd
25-27
Pine River Art Show
Pine River
25-28
Cass County Fair
Pine River
27
Race for the Cure– 5K, 5K walk, 1 mile walk
Baxter
28
Miss Brainerd Lakes United States Pageant
Brainerd
26-28
Summerfest
Pine River
Freedom Days Celebration
Nisswa
3
Gospel Night
Brainerd
3-4
Stars & Stripes Days
Pequot Lakes
JUNE June 3–Aug 19
JULY 3
Celebrate America Weekend with Fireworks
Crosslake
3-5
NAPA Auto Parts Show & Go
BIR Brainerd
4
Fourth of July–The American Celebration
Brainerd
4
Fourth of July Celebrations
Crosby
4
Grandpa’s Run for the Walleye
Crosslake
4
Nisswa Firecracker Run– 10K / 5K & Kids Run
Nisswa
6
Arts in the Park
Brainerd
11
Mount Ski Gull’s Paul Bunyan Xtreme 5K
East Gull Lake
11
Cruise Into Nisswa 3 Lakes Car Show
Nisswa
14-15
Bean Hole Days
Pequot Lakes
15
Minnesota Country Sampler Picnic
Brainerd
18
Lower Hay Lake Fireworks
Jenkins
July 26–Aug 16
Lakes Area Music Festival Concert Series (see website)
Brainerd
July 31–Aug 1
Brainerd Jaycees Street Fest on 7th
Brainerd
July 31–Aug 2
Powercruise
BIR Brainerd
Crosslake Dam Run 5k, 10k
Crosslake
2
Brainerd Jaycees Big Bills Lil’ Rubber Duckie Race
Brainerd
4-8
Crow Wing County Fair
Brainerd
6-8
Crosslake Art Show
Crosslake
8
Cardboard Boat Races
Crosslake
8
Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lions Club Chokecherry Festival
Pequot Lakes
8
Dru Sjodin 5k, 10k
Pequot Lakes
8-9
This Old Farm Pioneer Days
Brainerd
12
Ideal Beef Feed
Ideal Corners
20-23
Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals
BIR Brainerd
21-23
Mille Lacs Band Traditional Powwow
Onamia
26-30
Lakes Bluegrass Festival
Pine River
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Gull Lake Wood Boat Show at Bar Harbor
Lake Shore
Muscle Car Shootout
BIR Brainerd
12-13
Little Falls Craft Fair
Little Falls
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Nisswa Fall Festival
Nisswa
24-26
Crosslake Days
Crosslake
26
Candlelight and Cider Tour
Crosslake
AUGUST 1
SEPTEMBER 4-6
OCTOBER 10
Gull Lake Oktoberfest
Brainerd
15 -16
Haunted Trail at Northland Arboretum
Brainerd
16-18
Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge Oktoberfest
Deerwood
24
Monster Dash 5k
Crosslake
Fri & Sat in October Haunted Paul Bunyan Land
NOVEMBER 7
7
Brainerd
Firearms Deer Hunting Opener
Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lions Club Wine & Beer Tasting FUNdraiser
Breezy Point
Nov 26–Dec 31
Sertoma Winter Wonderland at the Northland Arboretum
Brainerd
27
City of Lights
Nisswa
28
Small Business Saturday–SHOP LOCAL
Region-wide
Sertoma Winter Wonderland at the Northland Arboretum
Brainerd
5
Holiday at the Dam
Crosslake
Dec 6-20
Paul Bunyan Land Enchanted Village (check website)
Brainerd
DECEMBER Dec 1–31
EVENT CALENDAR
JULY 3-4
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So far you’ve heard about all of the fantastic things to do in the Lakes that involve
water, land, dining and entertainment. This truly is just a small glimpse into what
we have to offer here in our beautiful neck of the woods. Our communities not only
provide opportunities for recreation and relaxation, but we also have a thriving
business community. The Brainerd Lakes is on the map for technology, workforce
solutions and outstanding education. Meander through our communities and you’ll
see why we love the Lakes so much. We think you will, too.
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Brainerd/Baxter
Brainerd/Baxter has the best of both worlds.
Old town nostalgia in downtown Brainerd
and new town buzz in lively Baxter. Retail
stores take central stage along the stretch
of Highway 371 that leads north, as well
as many hotels that boast waterparks and
meeting spaces. Conventions, reunions
and even birthday parties are made more
fun at these family-friendly
lodging properties. Downtown
Brainerd has history and charm,
recreation and business. The
mighty Mississippi runs through
town with natural spaces to
enjoy, while the business side
flourishes with law firms, retail
shops, schools and more.
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Crosslake
Head a little further north and find a
town tucked into green trees, blue lakes
and rivers with outstanding small town
hospitality. Crosslake is just 20 minutes
north of Brainerd (see map on page 26).
Year-round events in Crosslake are
hugely popular with visitors, locals and
area businesses alike. The St. Patrick’s
Day Parade, WinterFest, Crosslake Days
(with a chili contest!), boat shows, car
shows and LITERALLY so much more.
Visit crosslake.com to see current
happenings. This is one hoppin’ little
town. Prepare to fall in love.
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There’s something alive under the bobber! And we’re
not tal in a out fishin
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with it’s bobber water tower—one of America’s most
iconic!—is moving and shaking with activities. A scenic
dri e u the hi hwa from rainerd ou ll find this
bustling town on the Paul Bunyan Trail. Stop by our
o e ri ht
the
rail to hat a out tars and
Stripes Days, Ice Fest or Market in the Park. Be sure to
check out Bean Hole Days. We bury pots of beans in a
hole. Seriously. And seriously good!
Baxter
Brainerd
Breezy Point
Crosby
Crosslake
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East Gull Lake
AITKIN has a Fish House parade held the Friday after
Thanksgiving.
BREEZY POINT is located on the shores of Pelican Lake
(8,367.2 acres) and hosts Ice Fest in January.
CROSBY & IRONTON are located on the Cuyuna iron range.
DEERWOOD has a giant leaping deer statue. It wears blaze
orange for deer opener and a red nose at the holidays.
EAST GULL LAKE has a small seasonal airport.
EMILY & FIFTY LAKES are 6.8 miles apart on Co. Rd. 1.
JENKINS is nown as the atewa to the
14 wildly popular interconnected lakes.
Aitkin
OUR COMMUNITIES
COMMUNITIES
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Emily
Fifty Lakes
Ironton
Jenkins
Lake Shore
Little Falls
LAKE SHORE is home to 80-acre Fritz Loven Park. Serene!
Manhattan Beach
LITTLE FALLS has a gigantic Art & Crafts fair in September.
Mille Lacs
MANHATTAN BEACH, just 5 miles north of Crosslake, rests
on the shore of Big Trout Lake.
MILLE LACS Lake covers 132,000 surface acres. That’s more
than
s uare miles ish on
MOTLEY hosts a big ‘ol rodeo at their fairgrounds.
NISSWA has turtle races every Wednesday in the summer.
PILLAGER is neighbor to Pillsbury State Forest, popular with
e uestrians, i ers and
s iers
PINE RIVER has duck races. Rent a rubber duck for a $1.00.
STAPLES is just 2 miles west of Dower Lake Recreation Area,
home to Minnesota’s longest pier at 600-feet.
Motley
Nisswa
Pequot Lakes
Pillager
Pine River
Staples
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So you might be thinking, “There is SO much to
do in the Lakes area, but I’d really like to hear from
some people who know exactly what’s going on.
A local perspective would be nice.” Wish granted!
And to add to the credibility, we found pros to give
their two ents on fishin , olfin and i in in the
Lakes. Want more expert advice? Just give us a call.
We’re here to help: 1-800-450-2838.
WHO
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FROM A OTH
B
KNOWS
BY CHUCK BEASLEY
In-Fisherman Magazine Art Director
and Family Fisherman
Fishing with Family
TAKE IT FROM ME: FISHING
TAKE IT FROM ME . . .
With hundreds of lakes of every size and a variety
of ri ers, families loo in for fishin a tion will find
opportunities abound in the Brainerd Lakes Area. While
the area is nown for ood walle e fishin , onsider
tar etin a tion s e ies su h as anfish, ass and
smaller pike which tend to be more “agreeable biters.”
Check with local bait shops for lake recommendations
and pick up some worms, leeches and minnows—
shopping for and keeping bait can be a big part of the
fun. Simple bobber rigs still work wonders. Just make
sure not to use too large a bobber and pick a good sharp
hook or jig (bait shops can help). The action species
mentioned are usuall found around dro o s with
healthy-looking weeds. A helpful tip for amateur boaters:
smaller la es fa or smaller oats and famil fishin , while
larger lakes can be busy on popular dates, so watch
for oat tra
t an et he ti out there amilies with
older/experienced children might consider a late summer
canoe or kayak drift down the Mississippi or other smaller
rivers. Wait for lower water levels and less bugs. In any
case, be sure everyone is wearing a PFD (personal
floatation de i e and has enou h water, sna s, and
sunscreen to stay comfortable. If you want to plan some
shore time, uite a few la es ha e fishin iers, ea hes,
playgrounds or campgrounds (Mille Lacs, Rice, Whipple)
where you can stretch your legs. I’d also consider hiring
a re uta le uide for our first da of fishin
ou ll li el
at h more fish ut, e en etter, ou ll ta into de ades
worth of lo al fishin nowled e ri eless
BEASLEY
ALL PHOTOS COURTESY CHUCK
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in the Brainerd Lakes
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BY JONI MEYER
LPGA Golf Professional
The Pines Golf Course at Grand View Lodge
“THIS AREA IS FORTUNATE
TO HAVE OVER 30 GOLF
COURSES IN A 30-MILE
RADIUS OF BRAINERD.”
GUN’S RESORT
THE LEGACY AT CRA
ND VIEW LODGE
THE PINES AT GRA
Golf for me,
golf for you
TAKE IT FROM ME: GOLF
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P
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STUFF.
The Brainerd Lakes Area is a destination for many
recreational venues, GOLF being one of them.
Golf is a sport that can be enjoyed at any age.
Age three to recreational golfers, senior golfers to
league golfers, serious golfers to professionals.
This area is fortunate to have over 30 golf courses
in a 30-mile radius of Brainerd. Each course is
uni ue with hallen es in desi n and la out,
de ree of di ult and reen fee ost ost all
the ourses o er redu ed fees for ids, or the
can play free with a paid adult. Plus, check for
twilight rates after 3 P.M. for some great deals.
There are many options for golf instruction that
are o ered at most all of the ourses unior
olf ro rams in the area are o ered throu h
Nisswa Parks and Recreation, or Brainerd
and e uot a es ommunit du ation olf
classes. For instruction beyond the basics, there
are player development programs or private
one-on-one lessons for anyone who wants to
sharpen their skills. For longer-term visitors,
man ourses o er olf lea ues for men and
women. Choose morning, afternoon or evening
lea ues to fit our s hedule
I’d have to say the Brainerd Lakes has a lot to
o er e er a e rou who would li e to learn to
play golf or who already play. Let’s golf!
See our Golf Directory on page 15!
DEACON’S LODG
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Welcome
to Mountain
Bike Town
Minnesota
GRIFF WIG
LEY
TAKE IT FROM ME: BIKE
OVE
L
N
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WHO’ ING?
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WITH B !
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THIS GU
BY AARON HAUTALA
President of the Cuyuna Lakes
Mountain Bike Crew
Within the Cuyuna Country State Recreation
Area (pronounced KAI-OOO-NAH) 21st century
outdoor recreation is alive and well. We hear it
from cyclists across the Midwest and now the
United States and Canada as a whole. They love
Cuyuna because our mountain bike trails are built
for everyone from kids all the way up to experts.
amilies an ride to ether and it s uite di ult to
get bored. Our simple goal in Cuyuna is to provide
a fun, yet safe experience, while being physically
active. That’s the Cuyuna signature, and once you
experience it, you’ll be back.
© AARON HAUTA
LA
Cuyuna’s mountain bike trails are divided into
three di ult le els ran in from e inner to
expert. The 25 miles of natural surface trail consist
of lon flowin sin letra , erms and rollers,
plus technical rock features for expert riders. The
signature element in Cuyuna is our red dirt. Cyclists
from around the world leave Cuyuna with a red dirt
tattoo on their tires, a badge of honor and a right of
passage when visiting central Minnesota.
And don’t forget Cuyuna is open year round. Our
winter fat i in o ers a new wa to e a ti e
outdoors that defies traditional outdoor re reation
Our fat bike trails are groomed and winter camping
is also available trailside for an experience unlike
any other.
At the end of the day Cuyuna’s vision is to be a year
round, international, family cycling destination. We’re
excited about what the future holds and we’ve only
scratched the surface of what Cuyuna will be.
UTALA
ON HA
© AAR
Now you
know—
won’t you
H
H
stay?
Clear waters, blue skies. We’re really, really
lucky to live here. And so, like a friend you’ve
e t in tou h with o er the ears, we re o erin
up our spare room so you can check out the
awesome place we call home. We can put
ou u in st le at one of our hi h end resorts
Or maybe you’d prefer a more homestyle
experience with a bed and breakfast. How
about a small lakeside cabin, or tent tucked in
the woods? Maybe you like the convenience
of a hotel with amenities at our fin erti s o
matter your choice, you’ll feel welcome. And
because we’re friends, we’ve saved a spot here
in the Lakes just for you.
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The Oliver Acreage
218-568-8560
7396 45th Ave. S.W., Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
theoliveracreage.com
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Days Inn Baxter
800-634-3444 or 218-829-3080
14466 Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425
daysinn.com
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AmericInn Lodge and Suites Pequot Lakes
888-568-8400 or 218-568-8400
32912 Paul Bunyan Trail Drive, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
upnorthlodge.com
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Baymont Inn & Suites
218-822-1133
7208 Fairview Road, Baxter, MN 56425
baymontinns.com
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Breezy Point Resort
800-432-3777 or 218-562-7811
9252 Breezy Point Drive, Breezy Point, MN 56472
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877-543-8938 or 218-825-7234
7376 Woida Road, Baxter, MN 56425
rapidriverlodge.com
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800-456-4000 or 218-828-2161
15058 Dellwood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425
countryinns.com
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Country Inn Deerwood
877-534-3303 or 218-534-3101
23884 Front Street, Deerwood, MN 56444
countryinndeerwood.com
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Manhattan Beach Lodge
800-399-4360 or 218-692-3381
39051 County Road 66, Manhattan Beach, MN 56442
mblodge.com
Lake / River
Handicapped
Accessible
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Open Year Round
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Grand View Lodge
866-801-2943 or 218-963-2234
23521 Nokomis Avenue, Nisswa, MN 56468
grandviewlodge.com
Star Tribune’s 2013 Best Resort for Kids. Deluxe accommodations, 2,500 feet of
sandy beach on Gull Lake, championship golf, dining venues, and world-class
spa.
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Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
877-OUR-LODGE or 218-822-5634
6967 Lake Forest Road, Baxter, MN 56425
arrowwoodbrainerd.com
Baxter’s only full-service hotel complete with meeting, event, and wedding
space, 30,000 square-foot indoor waterpark, Baxter’s Bar & Grill, fitness
center, free Wi-Fi.
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Pelican Lake
Internet Access
Fitness / Rec Room
Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
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Gull
Lake
500
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98
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Leisure Suites of Breezy Point
888-651-5300 or 218-562-5300
30199 County Road 4, Breezy Point, MN 56472
leisuresuites.com
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Nisswa Motel
800-254-7612 or 218-963-7611
5370 Merril Avenue, Nisswa, MN 56468
nisswamotel.com
17
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Northern Lights Casino Hotel and Events Center
800-252-PLAY or 218-547-2744
6800 Y Frontage Road NW, Walker, MN 56484
northernlightscasino.com
105
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Pine Peaks Lodge and Suites
888-488-7829 or 218-692-7829
14047 Swann Drive, Crosslake, MN 56442
pinepeakscrosslake.com
38
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Super 8 - Brainerd/Baxter
800-800-8000 or 218-828-4288
14341 Edgewood Drive, Baxter, MN 56425
super8.com
63
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Whitefish Lodge & Suites
800-692-0727 or 218-692-2246
crosslakereservations.com
54
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6
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Pets Allowed
w/Approval
Lake / River
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On the Water
•
Pool
•
Handicapped
Accessible
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Open Year Round
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Number of
Rooms or Sites
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263
Cragun’s Resort and Legacy Golf Courses
888-873-0161
11000 Cragun’s Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
craguns.com
Special rates in winter and event discounts available. Close to snowmobile
trails. Every room has a microwave and refrigerator.
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
800-626-5825 or 320-532-7777
777 Grand Avenue, Onamia, MN 56359
grandcasinomn.com
At Grand Casino Mille Lacs you will find gaming action, several dining choices,
a hotel with indoor pool and retail shops. The best stories start here.®
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Baxter
888-824-3232 or 218-824-3232
15739 Audubon Way, Baxter, MN 56425
brainerdhi.com
Have fun with Minnesota’s best waterpark for all ages. Eat well with free hot
breakfast. Stay relaxed with the best rooms and service in the area. Meet me
at the Holiday Inn Express!
Pelican Lake
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Private Residence Lodging
Northland Cabin Care
218-824-1626
10935 Gull River Road, East Gull Lake, MN 56401
northlandcabincare.com
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Check web
site
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Fitness / Rec Room
•
Internet Access
43
Agate Lake
Pets Allowed
w/Approval
AmericInn Lodge and Suites - Pequot Lakes
888-568-8400 or 218-568-8400
upnorthlodge.com
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Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
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Lake / River
Handicapped
Accessible
•
On the Water
Open Year Round
11
Pool
Number of
Rooms or Sites
Agate Lake Resort
218-963-2224
9326 Agate Lake Road, Lake Shore, MN 56468
agatelakeresort.com
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Resort / Lodge
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12
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Lake
Shamineau
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Whitefish
Chain–Rush
Lake
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Auger’s Pine View Resort
888-705-5253 or 218-575-2100
34052 Auger Rd, Motley, MN 56466
augerspineview.com
Family resort and campground. Lakeside 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom cabins all
within 75 feet from the lake. Satellite TV, wireless Internet. Excellent sandy
beach, water toys, lodge, game room, gift shop, playground. Pontoons and
dockside gas.
Bay View Lodge
888-543-4182 or 218-543-4182
12038 Harbor Lane, Crosslake, MN 56442
bayviewlodgeonrushlake.com
13
Beacon Shores Resort
800-950-5907 or 218-543-4166
36859 Silver Peak Road, Crosslake, MN 56442
beaconshores.com
8
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Whitefish–
Chain–
Whitefish
Lake
18
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Agate Lake
14
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Whitefish
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24
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Lower
Whitefish &
Rush Lake
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Birch Bay Resort, Inn and Golf Course
218-963-4488
1646 S. Agate Shore Drive SW, Nisswa, MN 56468
birchbaygolfresort.com
Private lakefront cabins and charming inn rooms on course. Tennis, boats,
beach recreation. Golf and romantic getaway packages.
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Black Pine Beach Resort, Inc.
877-575-1455 or 218-543-4714
10732 County Road 16, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
blackpinebeach.com
Stunningly clean cabins with air conditioning. Free firewood. Homemade quilts.
Landscaped grounds and secret garden. High speed wireless, HD TV, and DVD
players in every cabin. New playground. Gift shop.
Boyd Lodge
800-450-2693 or 218-543-4125
36539 Silver Peak Road, Crosslake, MN 56442
boydlodge.com
Finest sugar sand beach in the region, two outdoor heated pools, children’s
activities, full housekeeping, open four seasons, hiking/cross country ski trails,
newly built reception/meeting facility.
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Pelican Lake
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Turtle Lake
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Fish Trap
Lake
•
•
Widow Lake
•
•
Gull Lake
•
•
Fitness / Rec Room
19
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Internet Access
•
•
Pets Allowed
w/Approval
13
Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
•
Lake / River
•
On the Water
Handicapped
Accessible
250
Pool
Open Year Round
Camp Holiday Resort and Campground
800-450-2495 or 218-678-2495
27406 Round Lake Road, Deerwood, MN 56444
campholiday.com
Number of
Rooms or Sites
Breezy Point Resort
800-432-3777 or 218-562-7811
9252 Breezy Point Drive, Breezy Point, MN 56472
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Campfire Bay Resort
800-677-7263 or 218-575-2432
31504 Azure Road, Cushing, MN 56443
campfirebayresort.com
Family-friendly resort on Fish Trap Lake. Seventeen lake-level cabins,
organized activities, lodge with coffee and ice cream shop, game room,
laundry. Boat rentals.
Cedar Bay Resort
800-898-1336 or 218-682-2431
3066 Cedar Shores Drive NW, Hackensack, MN 56452
cedarbayresort.com
4
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Cragun’s Resort and Legacy Golf Courses
888-873-0161
11000 Cragun’s Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
craguns.com
Family vacations, reunions and golf getaways on Gull Lake. 54 holes of golf at
the Legacy Courses, one-mile sandy beach, award-winning children’s program
and spa. Open year-round.
Eagles Nest
800-922-0440 or 218-963-2336
5108 Poplar Avenue, Nisswa, MN 56468
eaglesnestnisswa.com
15
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Lower
Farm Island Lake Resort and Campground
218-927-3841
29551 Pioneer Avenue, Aitkin, MN 56431
7
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Farm Island
Lake
Fritz’s Resort and Campground
218-568-8988
26483 State Highway 371, Nisswa, MN 56468
fritzsresort.com
5
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Lake
Edna
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Galles’ Upper Cullen Resort and Campground
888-872-8553 or 218-963-2249
28317 Upper Cullen Lake Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56468
uppercullen.com
12
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Upper
Cullen Lake
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Lower
Cullen Lake
Good Ol’ Days
Family Resort
18
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Good Ol’ Days Family Resort
800-227-4501 or 218-963-2478
26050 Oak Lane, Nisswa, MN 56468
goodoldaysresort.com
Lower Cullen Lake, minutes from downtown Nisswa and 50 feet off the Paul
Bunyan Trail. Newly constructed two- and three-bedroom cottages or finely
appointed lodge rooms.
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Pool
On the Water
Lake / River
Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
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•
Gull Lake &
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Fitness / Rec Room
Handicapped
Accessible
•
Internet Access
Open Year Round
•
Pets Allowed
w/Approval
Number of
Rooms or Sites
204
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Resort / Lodge, continued
Grand View Lodge
866-801-2943 or 218-963-2234
grandviewlodge.com
Star Tribune’s 2013 Best Resort for Kids. Deluxe accommodations, 2,500
feet of sandy beach on Gull Lake, championship golf, dining venues, and
world-class spa.
Gull Four Seasons Resort
800-964-4855 or 218-963-7969
4132 St. Columbo Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
gull4seasons.com
32
Gull Lake Resort
218-829-1344
1304 Gull Lake Lane, East Gull Lake, MN 56401
gulllake.com
23
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites-Baxter
888-824-3232 or 218-824-3232
brainerdhi.com
98
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50
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Lake Edward Resort
888-200-0523 or 218-765-3419
25103 County Road 3, Merrifield, MN 56465
lakeedwardresort.com
9
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888-651-5300 or 218-562-5300
leisuresuites.com
28
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Little Whitefish Resort
320-692-4531
18987 460th Street, Garrison, MN 56450
littlewhitefish.com
7
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Lost Lake Lodge Resort and Restaurant
800-450-2681 or 218-963-2681
7965 Lost Lake Road, Lake Shore, MN 56468
lostlake.com
14
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287
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Gull Lake
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Gull Lake
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Sylvan Lake
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Lake Edward
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Kavanaugh’s Resort
800-562-7061 or 218-829-5226
1685 Kavanaugh Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
kavanaughs.com
We invite you to discover the difference Kavanaugh’s tradition of excellence
can make. Kavanaugh’s Sylvan Lake Resort in Brainerd has given families the
best in lake country vacations since 1969.
800-642-5363 or 218-829-2811
11266 Pine Beach Peninsula, Brainerd, MN 56401
maddens.com
Minnesota’s Classic Resort for family vacations, reunions and golf getaways on
1,000 acres and a mile of Gull Lake beachfront with dining, spa, kid’s program
and watersports.
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Little
Whitefish
Lake
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Gull Lake &
Lost Lake
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Gull Lake
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Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
Pets Allowed
w/Approval
Internet Access
Fitness / Rec Room
•
Upper
Mission
Lake
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Mississippi
River
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Lake / River
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On the Water
9
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Trout Lake
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6
Pool
Mission Beach Resort and Campground
218-765-3447
missionbeachresort-camp.com
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Handicapped
Accessible
19
Open Year Round
Number of
Rooms or Sites
Manhattan Beach Lodge
800-399-4360 or 218-692-3381
39051 County Road 66, Manhattan Beach, MN 56442
mblodge.com
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Niemeyer’s Rugged River Resort
800-416-4587 or 218-829-4587
12241 Stallman Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
ruggedriverresort.com
120 acres of solitude. Miles of pristine shoreline. Great fishing. Pets welcome.
Heated pool/hot tub. One mile from Paul Bunyan Bike Trail. Just 10 minutes
north of Brainerd.
Pine Ridge Beach Resort
218-330-3361
6652 Gould Gray Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
pineridgebeach.com
8
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Wise Lake
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Reel Livin’ Resort
888-229-9054 or 218-829-9054
5996 Birchdale Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
reellivinresort.com
5
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North Long
Lake
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Rice Creek Hunting & Recreation Inc.
320-745-2232
16543 Game Farm Road, Little Falls, MN 56345
ricecreekhunting.com
5
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184
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Bay Lake
8
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Gull Lake
31
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800-450-4545 or 218-678-2885
25039 Tame Fish Lake Road, Deerwood, MN 56444
ruttgers.com
Serving guests since 1898 – cottages, villas, condominiums and guestrooms.
Enjoy tennis, pool, beach and Bay Lake, plus golf, restaurants, great shopping
and spa. Perfect for family vacations, reunions and meetings.
Samara Point Resort
218-963-2615
1026 Birchwood Hills Trail, Nisswa, MN 56468
samarapoint.com
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Sandy Beach Resort Inc.
218-963-4458
1314 Sandy Point Road SW, Lakeshore, MN 56468
sandybeachresort.net
Located on the west side of Gull Lake with peaceful surroundings for families.
Nearly all cottages are lakeside. Boat/motor rentals & many activities.
Shady Hollow Resort
800-450-9308 or 218-828-9308
P.O. Box 207, Brainerd, MN 56401
shadyhollowresort.com
8
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Hardy Lake
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41
Fitness / Rec Room
Internet Access
Pets Allowed
w/Approval
Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
Lake / River
•
Lake
Shamineau
•
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Lake Edward
•
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Farm Island
Lake
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Fish Trap
Lake
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Whitefish
Chain of
Lakes
•
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North Long
Lake
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•
Pool
On the Water
Handicapped
Accessible
Open Year Round
Number of
Rooms or Sites
•
Resort / Lodge, continued
Shamineau Acres Resort
218-575-2254
34824 Aztec Road, Motley, MN 56466
shamineauacresresort.com
7
Shing Wako Resort
218-765-3226
shingwako.com
18
Summer Breeze Resort
218-678-2881
27461 435th Avenue, Aitkin, MN 56431
summerbreezeresort.com
5
SweetWater Resort
800-601-3474 or 218-575-2744
sweetwaterresort.com
6
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•
13
Tip Top Resort
218-543-4725
7911 Ruttger Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
tiptopresortmn.com
Tip Top Resort, owned by the same family for more than 55 years, is situated
on a peninsula between Clamshell and Whitefish Lakes.
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Train Bell Resort
800-252-2102 or 218-829-4941
21489 Train Bell Road, Merrifield, MN 56465
trainbellresort.com
19
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Whitefish Lodge & Suites
800-692-0727 or 218-692-2246
crosslakereservations.com
54
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22
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Middle
Cullen Lake
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15
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Bay Lake
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Wilderness Resort
800-231-4050 or 218-568-5642
6316 Wilderness Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
wildernessresortvillas.com
On Middle Cullen Lake between Nisswa and Pequot Lakes. Select luxurious
4- or 5-bedroom villas or rustic cabins. Indoor pool, spa, sauna, and fitness
center.
Woodland Beach Resort
888-436-7770 or 218-866-0711
15596 Woodland Beach Lane, Deerwood, MN 56444
woodlandbeachresort.com
Waterpark
102
Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes / Paul Bunyan Indoor Water Park
877-OUR-LODGE or 218-822-5634
6967 Lake Forest Road, Baxter, MN 56425
Paul Bunyan Indoor Waterpark, 30,000 square-foot waterpark, is the place to
splash and play with tube slides, basketball hoops, snack bar, lazy river, Gold
Mine video and game room.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Baxter
888-824-3232 or 218-824-3232
brainerdhi.com
98
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•
•
888-651-5300 or 218-562-5300
leisuresuites.com
28
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•
Gull Lake
Fitness / Rec Room
•
Internet Access
204
•
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•
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Pets Allowed
w/Approval
•
Restaurant and/or
Breakfast provided
Pool
•
Lake / River
Handicapped
Accessible
•
On the Water
Open Year Round
Number of
Rooms or Sites
68
Comfort Suites / Rapid River Lodge & Water Park
877-543-8938 or 218-825-7234
7376 Woida Road, Baxter, MN 56425
rapidriverlodge.com
Grand View Lodge
866-801-2943 or 218-963-2234
grandviewlodge.com
RV Park / Campground
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Pelican Lake
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Fish Trap
Lake
•
Crow Wing
Lake
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Lake Edna
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•
RVs
Tents
Seasonal
Campfire Bay Resort
800-677-7263 or 218-575-2432
campfirebayresort.com
2
0
14
Crow Wing Lake Campground
218-829-6468
2393 Crow Wing Camp Road, Brainerd, MN 56401
crowwingcamp.com
100
14
40
Fritz’s Resort and Campground
218-568-8988
26483 State Highway 371, Nisswa, MN 56468
fritzsresort.com
22
0
70
Galles’ Upper Cullen Resort and Campground
888-872-8553 or 218-963-2249
28137 Upper Cullen Lake Road, Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
uppercullen.com
5
8
48
Highview Campground & RV Park
218-543-4526
11090 Old County Road 39, Breezy Point, MN 56472
highviewcampground.com
25
0
117
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Lake
Ossawinnamakee
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Shady Hollow Resort
800-450-9308 or 218-828-9308
P.O. Box 207, Brainerd, MN 56401
shadyhollowresort.com
0
8
0
•
•
Hardy Lake
•
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US Army Corps of Engineers, Crosslake Campground
651-290-5793
35507 County Rd 66, P.O. Box 36
Crosslake, MN 56442
recreation.gov
117
6
0
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Cross Lake
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US Army Corps of Engineers, Gull Lake Campground
218-829-3334
10867 E Gull Lake Dr
Brainerd, MN 56401
recreation.gov
39
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Gull Lake
•
Wildwedge Golf and RV Park
218-568-5000
wildwedge.com
31
2
10
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Upper
Cullen Lake
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43
TO MAKE AN
APPOINTMENT, CALL
218-828-0565
BUSIN E
START HERE
AIRPORT
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
Dr. Jeanni R. Foss, DDS
Dr. Victoria Severson, DDS
Dr. Wendy Tanner, DDS
DENTALFOSS.COM
218-825-2166
16384 Airport Road, Suite 5
Brainerd, MN 56401
brainerdairport.com
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is your ticket to
low-cost, reliable air service in the Lakes Area.
Experience the convenience of flying directly from
Brainerd.
EOEE/ADA Accessible
AIRPORT SHUTTLES
SCHEDULED TRANSPORTATION
UP TO 14 DAILY TRIPS TO AND FROM THE
ST. CLOUD AND MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL AIRPORTS
Executive Express
888-522-9899 or 320-253-2226
3358 Southway Drive
St. Cloud, MN 56301
executiveexpress.biz
Executive Express – with 13 daily trips to the
Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport, we have more
shuttles, more service and more ways to get there
than anyone.
ASSISTED LIVING /
SENIOR HOUSING /
LONG-TERM CARE
Lakewood Health System – Senior Services
Relaxation
TRANSPORTATION
• Airport Shuttle
Private Charters
• Same Day Delivery
800-525-1033 or 218-894-8075
401 Prairie Ave. N.E.
Staples, MN 56479
A leader in patient-based care, Lakewood
Health Systems has five primary care clinics, a
dermatology clinic, senior living facilities and a
variety of home-based services.
ATTRACTIONS
•
Schedule your
ride today.
ExecutiveExpress.biz
320-253-2226 or toll free at 888-522-9899
Make a reservation at
or by calling
Billy Bones Raceway
218-828-4245
17944 State Highway 371 N.
Brainerd, MN 56401
billybonesraceway.com
Experience the rush of racing! Engines roar as
you speed through twists, curves, and dips.
Three racetracks for all levels, from kiddies to
competitive racers!
Foothills Alpaca Farm
218-947-3291
190 68th Ave. S.W.
Backus, MN 56435
foothillsalpacafarm.com
Come pet these soft lovable animals.
Touch products from alpaca fiber,
seven times warmer than wool.
Softest natural fiber. We are open
year-round.
Mills Indoor Shooting & Archery
218-822-2804
7609 Excelsior Road North
Baxter, MN 56425
Millsshooting.com
CASINOS
EDUCATION
Central Lakes College
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
800-626-5825
777 Grand Avenue
Onamia, MN 56359
grandcasinomn.com
At Grand Casino Mille Lacs, you will
find gaming action, several dining
choices, a hotel with indoor pool and
retail shops. The best stories start
here.®
218-855-8000
501 W. College Drive
Brainerd, MN 56401
clcmn.edu
ENTERTAINMENT
Destiny Cruises
218-251-2253
11100 Wayzata Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55303
destinycruisesllc.com
CLINICS AND
OUTPATIENT
SERVICES
Paul Bunyan Land and
This Old Farm Pioneer Village
877-412-4162 or 218-764-2524
(6 miles east of Brainerd)
Brainerd, MN 56401
paulbunyanland.com
Paul Bunyan greets your youngsters
by name. More than 40 amusement
rides, attractions and a 30-building
Pioneer Village are open all summer
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf
218-828-9002
17992 State Highway 371 N.
Brainerd, MN 56401
piratescove.com
Putt your way through the world
of 18th century pirates as you wind
through mountain caves, over
footbridges and beneath waterfalls.
Swashbuckling fun for the entire
family!
Safari North Wildlife Park
507-227-0277
Brainerd, MN 56401
safarinorth.com
Wildwedge Golf, Mini Golf &
Maze
218-568-6995
32792 Paul Bunyan Trail Drive
wildwedge.com
(See also Health care Facilities and
Hospitals)
Essentia Health—St. Joseph’s
Medical Center & Clinics
800-277-8262
523 N. Third St.
Brainerd, MN 56401
essentiahealth.org
Essentia Health is your partner for
good health with nine clinics in the
Lakes Area and walk-in care options
seven days a week. If specialty care
is needed, you can trust the area’s
largest team of experts.
Minneapolis Heart Institute—
Brainerd Lakes
888-806-0116 or 218-855-5280
13205 Isle Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
allinahealth.org/MHI
Offers a full range of cardiovascular
specialties, working toward excellent
in prevention, diagnosis, treatment
and rehabilitation. Clinics in Baxter,
Crosby, Aitkin and Little Falls.
DENTAL CARE
Edgewood Dental
218-828-0565
15167 Edgewood Drive, Suite 240
Baxter, MN 56425
dentalfoss.com
service bank offering personal and
business services. Bank 24/7 with
online or mobile banking. Visit our
mortgage specialists regarding a
new home loan or a refi.
Frandsen Bank and Trust
877-855-1320 or 218-855-1320
7429 Excelsior Road
Baxter, MN 56425
frandsenbank.com
GROCERIES/FOOD
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
N ESS DIRECTORY
Cub Foods – Baxter
Northern Minnesota Railroad
Heritage Association (NMRHA)
218-692-1900
35170 County Road 3
Crosslake, MN 56442
Northerntrackersrrclub.com
See model trains and layouts
and interactive displays. Open year
round Saturdays (10a.m.–2 p.m.) and
also Sundays (12–3 p.m.); Wed. (3–6
p.m.) in the summertime.
FINANCIAL
INSTITUTIONS
218-828-4601
14133 Edgewood Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
cub.com
Locally owned and operated in the
Brainerd area for more than 28
years.
Cub Foods – Brainerd
218-828-1816
417 Eighth Ave. N.E.
Brainerd, MN 56401
cub.com
Locally owned and operated in the
Brainerd area for more than 28
years.
BlackRidgeBANK
Four locations
888-829-8712
14084 Baxter Drive, Suite 16
Baxter, MN 56425
blackridgebank.com
Community-minded banking with
locations in Brainerd/Baxter, Nisswa
and Crosslake. In person, online
and mobile banking. We specialize
in small business, construction and
mortgages!
Pequot Lakes Supervalu
218-568-5001
30503 Highway 371
pequotlakessupervalu.com
Your choice for all your grocery
needs in the Lakes Area. Also
featuring Pump Perks.
GUN CLUBS
AND RANGES
Mills Indoor Shooting and
Archery Center
Deerwood Bank
Four locations
888-909-8946 or 218-825-8946
14986 Lynwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
deerwoodbank.com
Locally owned since 1910. A full-
218-822-2804
7609 Excelsior Road North
Baxter, MN 56425
millsshooting.com
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HEALTH CARE
FACILITIES
(See also Clinics and Outpatient
Services and Hospitals)
Lakewood Health System
800-525-1033 or 218-894-1515
49725 County Road 83
Staples, MN 56479
A leader in innovative care, Lakewood
Health System has a critical access
hospital, emergency department and
psychiatric, surgical women’s health
and specialty services.
HOSPITALS
(See also Clinics and Outpatient
Services and Health Care Facilities)
Essentia Health—St. Joseph’s
Medical Center & Clinics
800-277-8262
523 N. Third St.
Brainerd, MN 56401
essentiahealth.org
Essentia Health is your partner for
good health with nine clinics in the
Lakes Area and walk-in care options
seven days a week. If specialty care
is needed, you can trust the area’s
largest team of experts.
MEETING
FACILITIES/
SERVICES
Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd
Lakes
218-822-5634
6967 Lake Forest Road
Baxter, MN 56425
Full-service hotel with 7,500 square
feet of flexible space to accommodate
groups of up to 300 people. Awardwinning staff to provide food and
beverage needs.
Cragun’s Resort on Gull Lake
888-873-0161
Brainerd, MN 56401
craguns.com
Minnesota’s largest four-season
resort with 47,000 square feet
of meeting facilities, trained
coordinators, planned activities and a
safe and friendly environment.
Grand View Lodge
218-963-2234
Nisswa, MN 56468
grandviewlodge.com
Named Best Venue Outside of Twin
Cities Metro by MN Meetings & Events
Magazine. We offer several event
venues, services and activities that
can suit any group’s needs.
218-829-2811
Brainerd, MN 56401
maddens.com
Offering 42,000 square feet of
meeting/exhibit space, banquets for
up to 600, a dedicated conference
service and planning staff, and
recreation director to coordinate your
teambuilding events.
Visit Brainerd
218-825-0410
14084 Baxter Drive, Suite 12
Baxter, MN 56425
visitbrainerd.com
Hotels, indoor waterparks, and RV
Park with centralized access to the
entire lakes area. Save money with
deals and specials.
RACE TRACKS
Brainerd International Raceway
866-444-4455
5523 Birchdale Road
Brainerd, MN 56401
brainerdraceway.com
Minnesota’s best motorsports facility
with the widest variety of racing. Drag
racing, road racing, Performance
Driving School, on-site camping,
live music—great family weekend
entertainment!
RECREATIONAL
RENTALS
Boats and Beyond Rentals Inc.
855-567-4800
Deerwood, MN 56444
ruttgers.com
Fresh air, fresh ideas. Catering to
groups up to 300. A perfect blend of
technology offerings, meeting space,
outdoor activities, tailored dining,
relaxation and a cozy lodge setting.
NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATIONS
Breezy Point Resort
800-432-3777 or 218-562-7811
9252 Breezy Point Drive
Breezy Point, MN 56472
The Brainerd Lakes Area Economic
Development Corp. (BLAEDC)
works to preserve and enhance the
area’s economic base by expanding
business, building community and
growing jobs in Crow Wing County.
Brainerd Lakes Area Economic
Development Corp.
218-828-0096
124 N. Sixth St.
Brainerd, MN 56401
growbrainerdlakes.org
218-963-7700
4758 County Road 77
Nisswa, MN 56468
19571 Love Lake Road
Brainerd, MN 56401
BoatsandBeyondRentals.com
All Season Rentals. Pontoons, ski/
wakeboard boats, jet skis, fishing
boats, travel trailers, fish houses and
snowmobiles. Boating Season: Private
marina on Gull Lake, or we deliver.
Snowmobiling Season: Right on the
trail system.
Crow Wing Cycleworks
218-829-5516
33754 Charles Avenue
Jenkins, MN 56474
crowwingcycleworks.com
Easy Riders Bicycle and Sport
Shop
218-829-5516
415 Washington St.
Brainerd, MN 56401
easyridersbikes.com
Bicycle and Sport Shop. Downtown
Brainerd. Trek, Surly, Sun, Redline,
WTP, Mirra bicycles, accessories,
professional service, Shuttles, rentals,
plus camp, canoe, kayak, archery,
board, ski, skate gear. Open yearround.
Hilltop Trailer Sales
218-829-3695
7324 Novotny Road
Brainerd, MN 56401
hilltoptrailers.com
LakeFunRentals.com
855-LAKE-FUN or 218-961-0000
7993 Interlachen Road (Co. Rd. 77)
Nisswa, MN 56468
brainerdboatrentals.com
Jet ski, boat and pontoon rentals.
Enjoy new, top-notch equipment.
Rent on Gull Lake or delivered to you.
Serving the Brainerd Lakes Area.
Family owned and operated.
Wind, Water & Wheels
612-581-2144
3642 County Road 66
Crosslake, MN 56442
windwaterandwheels.com
Kayak, bike and paddleboard sales
and rental. We feature locally made
Crow Wing Kayaks and provide
shuttle trips on the Pine River.
RESTAURANTS
Baxter’s Bar & Grill
218-822-3663
6967 Lake Forest Road
Baxter, MN 56425
Full-service bar and grill open for
daily breakfast, lunch, dinner and
room service. Nightly specials. Early
bird menu. Northwoods dining at its
finest.
888-873-0161
Brainerd, MN 56401
craguns.com
Five unique dining experiences, each
offering a distinctly different menu
and atmosphere, including the Legacy
Grille, Hungry Gull Restaurant and the
Lodge Dining Room.
855-567-4800 or 218-678-2885
Deerwood, MN 56444
ruttgers.com
Enjoy distinctive dining at the historic
main lodge, patios with sweeping
views of Bay Lake and the golf course
plus a specialty coffee and ice cream
shop.
Loidé Oils & Vinegars
855-567-4800
Deerwood, MN 56444
loideoilsandvinegars.com
A “tasting” bar for your sensory
pleasures and knowledgeable
employees focused on making your
visit a wonderful and informative
experience you”ll remember. RETAIL SPECIALTY
AND GIFT ITEMS
Ernie’s on Gull Lake
218-829-3918
10424 Squaw Point Road
East Gull Lake, MN 56401
erniesongull.com
Beautiful views on Gull Lake, unique
burgers, a great selection of craft
beer, and genuine service makes
Ernie’s a must stop in the Brainerd
Lakes Area.
Grand View Lodge
866-801-2951 or 218-963-2234
Nisswa, MN 56468
grandviewlodge.com
Experience exceptional dining at
one of our seven dining venues
that provide guests with various
atmospheres and menus. Open to the
public.
218-829-2811
Brainerd, MN 56401
maddens.com
Madden’s offers six unique dining
experiences ranging from quick and
casual to fine dining, breakfast to
late-night pizza. Come by boat or car.
Prairie Bay Grill & Catering
218-824-6444
Baxter, MN 56425
prairiebay.com
We make nearly everything fresh, to
order, for you, and source as much
local product as we can. Our menu
changes seasonally and whenever
inspiration hits.
Bethany Book & Gift
218-829-3668
Northwoods Plaza
13495 Elder Drive, Suite 150
Baxter, MN 56425
shopbethany.com
A full-service Christian book and gift
shop featuring books, Bibles, music,
DVDs, wall art and unique gifts for
all ages. Personalize a gift from our
laser-engraving center.
855-567-4800
Deerwood, MN 56444
ruttgers.com
Four unique venues plus an Aveda
spa. Women’s specialty apparel,
home decor, Ruttger’s clothing, gifts,
toys and a golf pro shop with apparel
and equipment.
SKIING
Mount Ski Gull
The Chocolate Ox
218-692-5345
Crosslake Town Square
35752 Allen Avenue
Crosslake, MN 56442
thechocolateox.com
The Chocolate Ox is the area’s
specialty candy and ice cream store.
Now with three locations: Nisswa,
Crosslake and Grand View Lodge on
Gull Lake.
Kendall Candles
218-568-5678
3506 Kendall Circle
kendallcandles.com
Manufacturing more than 400
candles, many creative, unique
designs and vibrant colors. Retail
shop at the factory. Factory tours
(free)—watch candles being made.
Also classes available.
218-963-4353
9898 county Road 77 S.W.
Nisswa, MN 56468
mountskigull.com
Skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in
one great location. New terrain park
and automated tubing hill. Our chalet
offers rental equipment, fireplaces,
food, beer, and wine.
SPAS
888-873-0161
Brainerd, MN 56401
craguns.com
Cragun’s Gull Lake Spa features a
variety of massages and treatments
and a comfortable relaxation area all
located within Cragun’s Main Lodge.
Lodge is the ultimate spa in Nisswa,
Minnesota. Featuring more than 40
unique services and only the best
Aveda and Eminence products.
The Spa at Madden’s
218-829-2811
Brainerd, MN 56401
maddens.com
Set on the shores of Gull Lake’s
Wilson Bay, enjoy breathtaking views
while you are being pampered with
one of our signature spa services.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Crosslake Communications
218-692-2777
35910 County Road 66
Crosslake, MN 56442
crosslake.net
Crosslake Communications proudly
serves the Crosslake area with
high-speed Internet, cable TV, local
and long distance phone service, and
computer repair.
CTC – Consolidated
Telecommunications Company
218-454-1234
Baxter, MN 56425
connectctc.com
TITLE INSURANCE/
SERVICES
Cygneture Title & Abstract Inc.
218-828-0122
13432 Elmwood Drive, Suite 1
Baxter, MN 56425
cygnetureonline.com
Serving title and abstract needs in
Brainerd, Little Falls, Longville and
throughout Minnesota. We put our
customers first— Cygneture goes
above and beyond!
Glacial Water Spa at Grand View
866-801-2951 or 218-963-2234
www.growbrainerdlakes.com
Nisswa, MN 56468
Glacialwatersspa.com
Glacial Waters Spa at Grand View
STRENGTHENING
BUSINESSES THAT
STRENGTHEN OUR
COMMUNITIES!
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AND CONFERENCES
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
THREE GOLF COURSES
(including Deacon’s Lodge)
800-432-3777 www.breezypointresort.com
Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center
Brainerd, MN 56401
(800) 450-2838 | ExploreBrainerdLakes.com
Most Awarded Resort in Minnesota
2500’ Sandy Beach on Beautiful Gull Lake
7 Dining Venues
Wine Experiences
Championship Golf
Family Fun Activities
World-Class Spa
Indoor Waterpark
www.GrandViewLodge.com 866.867.8939
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