Top Things to do in
Top Hotels in Brainerd Lakes Region
- 1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
- 2. Cragun's Resort on Gull Lake
- 3. AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes / Jenkins
- 4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Little Falls, MN
- 5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
- 6. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
- 7. Arrowwood Lodge At Brainerd Lakes
- 8. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
- 9. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
- 10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Brainerd Zip Line Tour, Paul Bunyan State Trail, Gull Lake, Wildwedge Golf, Mini Golf and Maze, Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area, Charles Lindbergh House and Museum, Breezy Belle Cruises, Whistling Wolf Mini Golf, Minnesota Fishing Museum, Minnesota Military Museum.
Restaurants in Brainerd Lakes Region
1. Brainerd Zip Line Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 328 reviews
Brainerd Zip Line Tour is a guided 2 and 1/2 hour experience including seven zip lines, one suspension bridge, and an optional 50' free fall experience. See the Brainerd Lakes area like never before!
2. Paul Bunyan State Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Fifty miles of trails to bike, hike, rollerblade and snow-mobile, depending on the season.
Reviewed By pddjer - Minneapolis, United States
Fall is a nice time to relax on the bike trail. The leaves were great and the trail was nice. Relaxing trail worth the drive to get to. Enjoyed the Pine River Chamber of Commerce building, nice clean restrooms, great things to look at.
3. Gull Lake
4. Wildwedge Golf, Mini Golf and Maze
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Scenic 9 hole Par 3 golf course great for families, seniors and all ages. With holes ranging from 75-175, it winds thru the northwoods with sand and water to challenge all abilities. Challenging 18 hole miniature golf with streams and waterfalls. 10,000 sq ft wooden mystery maze. Driving Range. Picnic Pavilion. New RV Park.
Reviewed By allisonsN5233TH - Baxter, United States
This place is a hidden gem! My husband, teenage daughter and I stopped to play mini golf on a Saturday night. This is one of the best mini golf courses we've ever done! Every hole is unique and fun and the course is in the shade so it's great on a hot day. We will be back!
5. Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By V40CWmaryp
Don't miss this one. We camped late August 2020 at the Portsmouth campground with easy access to trails by bike. The trails are beautiful and well groomed with vista views at many points. Even the "easy" ones can be a little rocky/challenging. The next level up is definitely challenging depending on your skill level. There are multiple lakes to choose from with very clear water and sand beaches. We brought kayaks and floated and explored. Ironton town is close with 2 bars and a brewery; grocery store for supplies. Purchase firewood in town; had 4 solid bars of Verizon coverage at all times. Definitely going back.
6. Charles Lindbergh House and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
CLOSED for the season through May 2020. Charles Lindbergh's 1927 flight from New York to Paris launched an aviation revolution. Tour his boyhood home, explore the visitor center exhibits, including a "Spirit of St. Louis" flight simulator, and walk an interpretive trail along the river. Additional trails are located in the adjacent Charles A. Lindbergh State Park. The site is a National Historic Landmark.
7. Breezy Belle Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Explore beautiful Pelican Lake aboard the Breezy Belle, a unique Paddle-Wheel Excursion Boat. The Breezy Belle is a great choice for any group, or a way for you and some friends to go on a dinner cruise or lunch cruise and unwind.The Breezy Belle is available 7-days-a-week May through mid-October and can accommodate up to 100 passengers.The Belle features an enclosed main deck, open upper deck, banquet tables and chairs, head (restroom), handicapped accessible (main deck), US Coast Guard Inspected, and a Licensed Captain.Excellent for a Family Reunion, Wedding, Wedding Reception, Grooms Dinner, Rehearsal Dinner, Birthday Party, Anniversary Party, Employee Party, Club Meeting, Fundraiser, Company Picnic, Bus Tours and more!
8. Whistling Wolf Mini Golf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By 793petez
If you can get there during off season plan on spending a long time there. Mid week Oct was amazing.
9. Minnesota Fishing Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
In 1998 the city of Little Falls gave it's approval and support for the Minnesota Fishing Museum. The current collection of over 10,000 artifacts is beautifully displayed and lovingly maintained. A "log cabin" set recreates an old time fish camp at the lake. A large diorama depicts a typical spearing dark house on a frozen lake, complete with a Northern Pike moving in to be taken. Numerous displays showcase the artifacts found in many anglers' tackle boxes through the years. Motors dating back to 1902 are displayed throughout. The aquarium with live native fish is the focal point for learning and just plain relaxing. The Minnesota State record fish display inspires anglers to catch "the big one."
10. Minnesota Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By InnKeeper301 - Little Falls, United States
There’s so much to see, we could have stayed several more hours. There are displays covering every war in the history of Minnesota, and all kinds of vehicles and equipment out on the grounds. I very highly recommend this museum.
