Visit Brainerd MN Minnesota....
....Beautiful lakes, golf courses, resorts,
camping,
dining, shopping and much more!
Brainerd Lakes MN Area
The Brainerd Lakes Area.... in the heart of Minnesota's lake country, is known for its great family vacations, Resorts and Lodges, premier resorts and a variety of lodging. The Brainerd Area has many exciting winter activities including snowmobiling, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, ice fishing and much, much, much more.... Plan ahead or make last minute plans, but be sure to spend your vacation with us!!
Brainerd Lakes History
Brainerd was founded in 1870, when the Northern Pacific Railroad's survey determined that its Mississippi River crossing should be located here. Organized as a city three years later, the fledgling community was given the maiden name of Ann Eliza (Brainerd) Smith, wife of the Northern Pacific's first president, John Gregory Smith. As the city grew, it attained prominence as the railroad and wood products center in north central Minnesota. Extensive railroad shops and yards and sawmills dominated the city's industrial makeup for many years. Even today, the region's largest manufacturer is Brainerd's Potlatch Paper Company, and the railroad ranks as the city's twelfth largest employer.
Brainerd Recreation
The population in the Brainerd lakes area is steadily increasing, and the population doubles during the summer tourist season. There are more than 400 spectacular lakes that dot the central lakes area landscape. Fishing, boating and other types of watersports are popular recreational activities. If you're an expert or amateur golfer, the Brainerd lakes area boasts more than 450 holes. You can golf several championship courses created by the game's top designers.
Canoeing, biking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and downhill skiing are just some of the terrific recreational sports enjoyed in the Brainerd lakes area. Stay at one of over 130 lodging choices during your visit, conference, or next family vacation. With a variety of lodging choices such as, bed and breakfasts, historic inns, motels, resorts, campgrounds, time-shares, reunion lodging, extended stay accommodations and private homes to rent, you're sure to find lodging that suits you and your families vacation needs.
Brainerd Lakes Real Estate
If you're relocating in Minnesota, make use of the Brainerd Lakes Area Real Estate Guide featuring an extensive list of homes, lake homes, cabins, resorts and commercial property. Complete listings from Brainerd, Baxter, Breezy Point, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Pine River and Cross Lake. Some of the nicest lake property in Minnesota - Gull Lake, Pelican Lake, Bay Lake and many more. Relocate to Brainerd Minnesota. Also, real estate developers of townhomes, land, homes, or businesses.
Brainerd Lakes Area Businesses
While in the Brainerd Lakes Area, check out some of the 3,500 businesses. The lakes area businesses are booming - including numerous services, contractors, auto sales, transportation, radio, shopping, fine dining, casual dining, bike shuttles, and rentals to name a few.
The Brainerd Lakes Area's abundant natural resources mean recreation is everywhere. Almost all 465 lakes provide swimming, skiing, fishing and boating opportunities like no other place in Minnesota. State forests and public lands in our area are available for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. The Paul Bunyan Trail, a partially paved trail, runs for 100 miles and is open to bicycling, skating, snowmobiling, or just plain walking. Play golf on some of the finest courses in the nation.
The Lakes Area.....Your Vacation destination! The Brainerd Lakes Area offers you the best that Minnesota has to offer. Featuring Minnesota's Premier vacation and resort properties. Take a look through the site then pack your bags and come visit us!!
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