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Stroll along the Paul Bunyan State Trail
Take the kids to Safari North Wildlife Park
Spend a few days at Gull Lake
Feel the adrenaline at Brainerd International Raceway
Try the rides at Paul Bunyan Land
Delight in winter fun at Mount Ski Gull
Marvel at the beauty of Mille Lacs Lake
Take a walk through Northland Arboretum
Visit Crow Wing County Historical Society Museum and Library
Dine with a view at Ernie’s on Gull
Fly over trees with a Brainerd Zip Line Tour
Take a break at Roundhouse Brewery
Go beer tasting at Jack Pine Brewery
Hop aboard Gull Lake Cruises
Plan a relaxing afternoon at Glacial Waters Spa
Take the kids to Craguns Laser Tag and Three Bear Waterpark
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Northland Kart Kountry
- Brainerd, Minnesota, and its surrounding area provide an outdoor paradise that boasts over 500 lakes, multiple rivers, gorgeous forests, and pristine parks perfect for a day trip.
- During the summer, the area is ideal for outdoor pursuits like boating, jet skiing, biking, wakeboarding, kayaking, and golfing.
- Once the snow starts falling, it’s time to get ready for snowmobiling, snowboarding, skiing, tubing, and snowshoeing.
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