Family Attractions
Creating Family Memories for over 90 years
Classic never goes out of style. We’re a vacation destination that your grandparents remember. But kids today still love. Some things have stayed the same—like the iconic Paul Bunyan Land and enjoying s’mores around a bonfire. Others have added a modern twist: waterski schools at our area resorts, mini golf, go-carts, and ziplining. Everyone will leave saying it’s their favorite vacation yet.
Family Attractions
Creating Family Memories for over 90 years
Classic never goes out of style. We’re a vacation destination that your grandparents remember. But kids today still love. Some things have stayed the same—like the iconic Paul Bunyan Land and enjoying s’mores around a bonfire. Others have added a modern twist: waterski schools at our area resorts, mini golf, go-carts, and ziplining. Everyone will leave saying it’s their favorite vacation yet.
Boyd Lodge
Over 1,000 feet of sugar sand beach. Three to five bedroom cabins, children's activities, full housekeeping, and outdoor heated pool. Open four seasons. Five miles of x-country ski trails on site.
Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm Pioneer Village
In 2004 Paul Bunyan Land amusement park was added to the Pioneer Village. Paul Bunyan, Babe the Blue Ox, rides, and attractions are now located six miles East of Brainerd on State Highway 18.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Swashbuckling fun for the whole family! Putt your way through mountain caves, over footbridges and beneath cascading waterfalls on two challenging, 18-hole courses.
Northland Kart Kountry
Northland Kart Kountry is a family fun park with something for every age! Our interactive, competitive entertainment facility will be your family's ''one stop shop'' for summer fun!
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Baxter
The Brainerd Lakes Area only triple play of entertainment with waterpark, game room, and laser tag; accompanied by great up north updated hotel accommodations.
Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Brainerd's newest lodging facility with 30,000 square foot indoor water park. Come for the night or stay for the week! Meeting/conference facilities available. On-site grill and bar for your dining convenience. Meeting and banquet rooms available.
Campfire Bay Resort
Fun, family, fishing resort. Oh... Relaxation. Enjoy it at their family-centered resort in charming lake level cabins. Sandy beach, organized family activities, boat rentals. Great fishing. Golf nearby. Reunions, weddings, and crafting retreats.
Wildwedge Golf, Mini Golf, Maze, RV Park
Awesome Fun at Wildwedge! Challenging Mini Golf. Scenic Executive Golf Course. CSI:Wildwedge 10,000 sq ft Mystery Maze (wooden). Driving Range. RV Park with pull-thrus and large shady sites on the golf course. Lodge Motel Rooms.
Brainerd Zip Line Tour
The thrilling Brainerd Zip Line Tour is the perfect outdoor adventure to add excitement to any Brainerd Lakes vacation. Experience 15-mile views on 7 zip lines, an adrenaline-pumping suspension bridge, and an exhilarating 50’ free-fall experience!
Grand View Lodge
Incredible accommodations, 2,500 ft of sandy beach on Gull Lake, 2 championship golf courses, 8 dining venues & a world-class spa.
Leisure Suites of Breezy Point
They offer deluxe condominiums on beautiful Pelican Lake to standard motel rooms and suites. Enjoy their recreation center, which features a waterslide and much more!
Gull Lake Cruises
Gull Lake Cruises proudly navigates the North Star through the scenic waters of Gull Lake. It’s located six miles north of Brainerd in Cass County and Crow Wing County. Visit GullLakeCruises.com.
Billy Bones Raceway, LLC
Brainerd's finest go-cart complex! Three different tracks from which to choose: family track Zoom Lagoon, the more challenging aggressive track Wicked Willie's, or Parrot Bay Speedway, specially de...
Comfort Suites/Rapid River Lodge & Water Park
Beautiful sixty-eight room hotel with a huge indoor water park. Enjoy tube slide, body slide, activity pool, and more. Free hot breakfast. Meeting rooms available.
Brainerd Family YMCA
Aquatics center with water slide, fitness studio, teen center, racquetball court, licensed childcare, lap pool, weight room, wellness center, babysitting services, and gym. Day passes available.
Crosslake Community Center
The Crosslake Community Center is a multi-purpose building. including librart,gym,work-out/weight room and meeting rooms. There is a picnic shelter, ballfields, tennis courts, baketball , ice rink.
Northern Minnesota Railroad Heritage Assc.
A ''work in process'' historical railroad museum. Library and train models replicating logging and mining industries in the early 1900's.
Pequot Lakes Bands in the Park
Live bands perform weekly during summer months (June - August) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at band shelter in Trailside Park, Pequot Lakes. Come and enjoy these FREE concerts!
The Farm on St. Mathias
They offer CSA, corn maze, wagon rides, pumpkin patch, and a full selection of fall decor for complete family fun. Open to the public on weekends. Groups by appointment, including school, church, a...
Music General, Inc.
Instruments and supplies, dance lessons, video production, audio recording, entertainment, and retail.
MN Backyard Birds
Judd Brink Owner/Guide of MN Backyard Birds. Take a bird watching and wildlife tour to explore and enjoy the woods and waters here in the Brainerd area looking for birds with your guide and naturalist Judd Brink.
Party Time Rental, Inc.
A full-service party equipment rental company including canopies tables and chairs, lighting, sound systems, dance floors, decor, tableware, food service and more! Outdoor events are our specialty! We have you covered!
Pine River Riding Stable
Come and ride with us here, on our 240-acre ranch. With our wonderful horses, friendly guides, and staff you are sure to have a fun memorable ride. We have a horse for everyone; if you are nervous ...
Whistling Wolf Mini Golf and Gifts
Eighteen-hole mini-golf course located in a scenic, wooded setting. Featuring Minnesota wildlife, chainsaw sculpture animals, and authentic sounds of the Minnesota wilderness.
Party World
''Sharing Smiles!'' There are still birthdays! There are still anniversaries and babies and reasons to celebrate! Balloons make people smile!
Bay View Lodge
Rush Lake is connected to the 14 Chain of Lakes known as the Whitefish Chain. Covering 14,000 acre of shoreline you’re sure to catch a good time here. Our Cabins come with Great Views, Relaxation, with an enjoyable Family Style Atmosphere.
Crosswoods Golf Course
Eighteen-hole public golf course, Par 71, 6,100 yards. Rolling fairways carve through native woods in a secluded natural setting.
Pequot Lakes Area Historical Society
''Remember the past, enrich the future.'' View exhibits of Pequot in the 30s and 40s at the Cole Memorial Building.
Crosby's Music in the Park Series
Free summer concerts Thursdays 6 - 9 during summer months. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and sit back and enjoy these wonderful FREE concerts!
Mille Lacs Indian Museum
Exhibits, history, art, and culture of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Gift shop has quality American Indian made art and crafts.
Boyd Lodge
Over 1,000 feet of sugar sand beach. Three to five bedroom cabins, children's activities, full housekeeping, and outdoor heated pool. Open four seasons. Five miles of x-country ski trails on site.
Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm Pioneer Village
In 2004 Paul Bunyan Land amusement park was added to the Pioneer Village. Paul Bunyan, Babe the Blue Ox, rides, and attractions are now located six miles East of Brainerd on State Highway 18.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Swashbuckling fun for the whole family! Putt your way through mountain caves, over footbridges and beneath cascading waterfalls on two challenging, 18-hole courses.
Northland Kart Kountry
Northland Kart Kountry is a family fun park with something for every age! Our interactive, competitive entertainment facility will be your family's ''one stop shop'' for summer fun!
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Baxter
The Brainerd Lakes Area only triple play of entertainment with waterpark, game room, and laser tag; accompanied by great up north updated hotel accommodations.
Arrowwood Lodge at Brainerd Lakes
Brainerd's newest lodging facility with 30,000 square foot indoor water park. Come for the night or stay for the week! Meeting/conference facilities available. On-site grill and bar for your dining convenience. Meeting and banquet rooms available.
Campfire Bay Resort
Fun, family, fishing resort. Oh... Relaxation. Enjoy it at their family-centered resort in charming lake level cabins. Sandy beach, organized family activities, boat rentals. Great fishing. Golf nearby. Reunions, weddings, and crafting retreats.
Wildwedge Golf, Mini Golf, Maze, RV Park
Awesome Fun at Wildwedge! Challenging Mini Golf. Scenic Executive Golf Course. CSI:Wildwedge 10,000 sq ft Mystery Maze (wooden). Driving Range. RV Park with pull-thrus and large shady sites on the golf course. Lodge Motel Rooms.
Brainerd Zip Line Tour
The thrilling Brainerd Zip Line Tour is the perfect outdoor adventure to add excitement to any Brainerd Lakes vacation. Experience 15-mile views on 7 zip lines, an adrenaline-pumping suspension bridge, and an exhilarating 50’ free-fall experience!
Grand View Lodge
Incredible accommodations, 2,500 ft of sandy beach on Gull Lake, 2 championship golf courses, 8 dining venues & a world-class spa.
Leisure Suites of Breezy Point
They offer deluxe condominiums on beautiful Pelican Lake to standard motel rooms and suites. Enjoy their recreation center, which features a waterslide and much more!
Gull Lake Cruises
Gull Lake Cruises proudly navigates the North Star through the scenic waters of Gull Lake. It’s located six miles north of Brainerd in Cass County and Crow Wing County. Visit GullLakeCruises.com.
Billy Bones Raceway, LLC
Brainerd's finest go-cart complex! Three different tracks from which to choose: family track Zoom Lagoon, the more challenging aggressive track Wicked Willie's, or Parrot Bay Speedway, specially de...
Comfort Suites/Rapid River Lodge & Water Park
Beautiful sixty-eight room hotel with a huge indoor water park. Enjoy tube slide, body slide, activity pool, and more. Free hot breakfast. Meeting rooms available.
Brainerd Family YMCA
Aquatics center with water slide, fitness studio, teen center, racquetball court, licensed childcare, lap pool, weight room, wellness center, babysitting services, and gym. Day passes available.
Crosslake Community Center
The Crosslake Community Center is a multi-purpose building. including librart,gym,work-out/weight room and meeting rooms. There is a picnic shelter, ballfields, tennis courts, baketball , ice rink.
Northern Minnesota Railroad Heritage Assc.
A ''work in process'' historical railroad museum. Library and train models replicating logging and mining industries in the early 1900's.
Pequot Lakes Bands in the Park
Live bands perform weekly during summer months (June - August) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at band shelter in Trailside Park, Pequot Lakes. Come and enjoy these FREE concerts!
The Farm on St. Mathias
They offer CSA, corn maze, wagon rides, pumpkin patch, and a full selection of fall decor for complete family fun. Open to the public on weekends. Groups by appointment, including school, church, a...
Music General, Inc.
Instruments and supplies, dance lessons, video production, audio recording, entertainment, and retail.
MN Backyard Birds
Judd Brink Owner/Guide of MN Backyard Birds. Take a bird watching and wildlife tour to explore and enjoy the woods and waters here in the Brainerd area looking for birds with your guide and naturalist Judd Brink.
Party Time Rental, Inc.
A full-service party equipment rental company including canopies tables and chairs, lighting, sound systems, dance floors, decor, tableware, food service and more! Outdoor events are our specialty! We have you covered!
Pine River Riding Stable
Come and ride with us here, on our 240-acre ranch. With our wonderful horses, friendly guides, and staff you are sure to have a fun memorable ride. We have a horse for everyone; if you are nervous ...
Whistling Wolf Mini Golf and Gifts
Eighteen-hole mini-golf course located in a scenic, wooded setting. Featuring Minnesota wildlife, chainsaw sculpture animals, and authentic sounds of the Minnesota wilderness.
Party World
''Sharing Smiles!'' There are still birthdays! There are still anniversaries and babies and reasons to celebrate! Balloons make people smile!
Bay View Lodge
Rush Lake is connected to the 14 Chain of Lakes known as the Whitefish Chain. Covering 14,000 acre of shoreline you’re sure to catch a good time here. Our Cabins come with Great Views, Relaxation, with an enjoyable Family Style Atmosphere.
Crosswoods Golf Course
Eighteen-hole public golf course, Par 71, 6,100 yards. Rolling fairways carve through native woods in a secluded natural setting.
Pequot Lakes Area Historical Society
''Remember the past, enrich the future.'' View exhibits of Pequot in the 30s and 40s at the Cole Memorial Building.
Crosby's Music in the Park Series
Free summer concerts Thursdays 6 - 9 during summer months. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and sit back and enjoy these wonderful FREE concerts!
Mille Lacs Indian Museum
Exhibits, history, art, and culture of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Gift shop has quality American Indian made art and crafts.