Cottages in Brainerd

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Top 5 hotels in Brainerd at a glance

  1. Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit in Pine River — 3-star hotel in Pine River. Guest rating: 10/10 — Exceptional.
  2. 16 Mi to Mount Ski Gull: Pequot Lakes Cabin — 3-star hotel in Pequot Lakes.

Cottages in Brainerd

A single-story house with a green exterior and a small front yard.
A fire pit with a bench and chairs in a grassy area with houses in the background.
A living room with a leather recliner, a television, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of trees.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit in Pine River

Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit in Pine River
Pine River
$111
$264 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Family-friendly Home w/ Fire Pit in Pine River
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, surrounded by tall trees and a view of a lake.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a sink and stove.
A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a wooden door leading to a living area, and a bear-themed artwork on the wall.
A wooden staircase leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery.

16 Mi to Mount Ski Gull: Pequot Lakes Cabin

16 Mi to Mount Ski Gull: Pequot Lakes Cabin
Pequot Lakes
$181
$516 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
16 Mi to Mount Ski Gull: Pequot Lakes Cabin
A wooden deck with a view of a lake and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A cabin with a wooden exterior, a stone foundation, and a staircase leading to a deck.
A log cabin with a stone foundation, a wooden deck, and a clear view of the surrounding forest.

Cozy Cabin w/ Private Dock on Fifth Crow Wing Lake

Cozy Cabin w/ Private Dock on Fifth Crow Wing Lake
Nevis
$224
$490 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Cozy Cabin w/ Private Dock on Fifth Crow Wing Lake
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Top landmarks in Brainerd

Brainerd International Raceway

8.6/10 (129 reviews)
Wanna race? You could pay a visit to Brainerd International Raceway located 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from central Brainerd. If you want more thrills, head to North Central Speedway, just a short drive away.
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The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

8.0/10 (43 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at The Classic at Madden's Golf Course, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central East Gull Lake. If The Classic at Madden's Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Pine Beach, and Social 9 are also nearby.
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Cragun's Legacy Courses

8.2/10 (22 reviews)
You might want to practice your swing at Cragun's Legacy Courses, a golf course located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Cragun's Legacy Courses doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Legacy at Cragun's, and The Classic at Madden's Golf Course are also nearby.
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Paul Bunyan Land

7.6/10 (92 reviews)
If thrills are what you're after, head to Paul Bunyan Land, located 8.1 mi (13 km) from central Brainerd. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Brainerd, head to Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Northland Arboretum.
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Legacy at Cragun's

7.6/10 (45 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at Legacy at Cragun's, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Legacy at Cragun's doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, The Classic at Madden's Golf Course, and Pine Beach are also nearby.
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Horseshoe Lake

6.0/10 (1 review)
Horseshoe Lake is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from central Brainerd, why not stop by during your stay.
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Social 9

7.6/10 (15 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at Social 9, located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Social 9 doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Pine Beach, and The Classic at Madden's Golf Course are also nearby.
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Pine Beach

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
You might want to practice your swing at Pine Beach, a golf course located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Pine Beach doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Social 9, and The Classic at Madden's Golf Course are also nearby.
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Brainerd and related destinations

A talking Paul Bunyan statue greets visitors with surprising familiarity at Paul Bunyan Land, where childhood nostalgia meets quirky roadside attraction. The Mississippi River flows casually through town, seemingly unaware of its celebrity status. Locals proudly mention their "400-plus lakes" like someone discussing a prized collection. At Brainerd International Raceway, engines roar while spectators debate horsepower over cheese curds. North Central Speedway offers dirt-track racing where mud spatters become souvenirs. Paddle Gull Lake past waterfront cabins that have witnessed generations of family vacations. This Old Farm provides a glimpse of rural life without actual farming. Water parks offer respite when temperatures reach what locals call "pretty warm."

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A calm lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

Find out more about Brainerd

Brainerd is a family-friendly place known for its waterparks. Nature lovers can visit Horseshoe Lake and Gull Lake. You might find that sights like North Central Speedway and Brainerd International Raceway are worth a visit.

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