Plan your trip

A Little Planning Now Maximizes the Fun Later.

No matter where you’re traveling from, we’re easy to get to. We’re only 2 hours north of the Twin Cities. With our regional airport, flights in and out are convenient. Our staff make it easy when planning your next vacation here. We can help with day-trip itineraries and fuel you with countless ways to enjoy our beautiful area.

Located in Central Minnesota

(Getting here is easy)

The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport offers daily flights through Delta Air Lines. With free parking and short flights to MSP and other regional airports, it’s convenient, too. You’ll also find transportation and travel options to help you in our Business Directory.

1 miles
From St. Cloud
1 miles
From Duluth
1 miles
From Twin Cities
1 miles
From Fargo
1 miles
From Int'l Falls
1 miles
From Rochester

Our staff is here to help

So much goes into planning a vacation. Our staff makes it easy. We can help with things like where to stay, eat, and play—fueling you with countless ways to enjoy our beautiful area.

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Visit our Welcome Center
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Explore Brainerd Lakes Welcome Center & Gift Shop

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If you’re driving up Hwy 371 N to get here, stop in to our Welcome Center and gift shop. Here, you can find local souvenirs and Explore Brainerd Lakes clothing. We can also help you plan your trip, give you maps, and tips on what to do in the area.

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