Things to Do with Kids in Brainerd, MN

  • TripBuzz found 30 things to do with kids in or near Brainerd, Minnesota, including 10 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nisswa and Breezy Point.
  • From Pirate's Cove Mini Golf to Gull Lake, the Brainerd area offers 19 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Golf, Lake and Race Tracks.
  • Surrounded by lakes and streams, Brainerd is a small city in Central Minnesota. Outdoor enthusiasts including bird watchers and hunters enjoy visiting the area for its forestry and natural habitat. The area further provides opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, and winter sports like skiing. Tourists to Brainerd can also shop downtown where there are independent boutiques and shops along with a variety of restaurants for dining.
  • TripBuzz found 30 things to do with kids in or near Brainerd, Minnesota, including 10 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nisswa and Breezy Point.
  • From Pirate's Cove Mini Golf to Gull Lake, the Brainerd area offers 19 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Golf, Lake and Race Tracks.
  • Surrounded by lakes and streams, Brainerd is a small city in Central Minnesota. Outdoor enthusiasts including bird watchers and hunters enjoy visiting the area for its forestry and natural habitat. The area further provides opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, and winter sports like skiing. Tourists to Brainerd can also shop downtown where there are independent boutiques and shops along with a variety of restaurants for dining.
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5.5 Miles
85% 60 votes
Mini Golf 17992 State Highway 371 North, Brainerd, MN 56401 MoreLess Info
Pirate's Cove Mini Golf is a miniature golf course with a pirate theme. It features two 18-hole courses, complete with pirate facts on each hole, pirate decor, and walks inside a mountain cave and onto a pirate ship.
8.7 Miles
91% 33 votes
Fishing 8001 Pine Beach Peninsula, Brainerd, MN 56401 MoreLess Info
Beautiful Gull Lake in Brainerd, Minnesota spans over 9947 feet. It is popular among anglers, who visit the lake to catch Largemouth Bass, Dogfish, Crappie, Sunfish, Common Carp, Walleye, Bullhead and many other species.
32.3 Miles
85% 33 votes
Lake HCR 67, Brainerd, MN 56359 MoreLess Info
Fishing enthusiasts come to Lake Mille Lacs in Brainerd, Minnesota for world-class walleye fishing. Spanning over 132,516 acres, Lake Mille Lacs is also a popular destination for kayaking, hiking, photography, picnics, jogging and other outoor activities.
6.9 Miles
74% 39 votes
Zoos 8493 State Hwy 371, Brainerd, MN 56401 MoreLess Info
Safari North is a local zoo that features a large variety of animals and attractions to see. Camel rides, a petting zoo area, and a snack bar are among the many amenities and attractions to enjoy when visiting.
8.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Lake Brainerd, MN MoreLess Info
Bay Lake is a body of water. Patrons can engage in a range of activities at the lake. Guests can boat ride or canoe paddle. There is also an area for swimming and fishing.
3.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding 10854 Greenwood Street, Brainerd, MN 56401 MoreLess Info
Specializing in horse boarding services, Legacy Stables has a facility with a 77 foot pen, heated arenas, and barn. Horse riding lessons are offered to both adults and children of any skill level at the stables.
5.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Go Karts 17944 State Highway 371, Brainerd, MN 56401 MoreLess Info
Billy Bones Raceway is a pirate-themed family go-kart center. The facility offers three separate tracks divided by age and competitive challenge and is open daily, weather permitting, throughout the summer season.
5.8 Miles
88% 33 votes
Race Tracks 5523 Birchdale Road, Brainerd, MN 55401 MoreLess Info
Drag strips, road courses, and camping sites are a few of the facilities available at the Brainerd International Raceway. It also has 12 deluxe condominiums.
3.7 Miles
71% 58 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 17553 State Highway 18, Brainerd, MN 56401 MoreLess Info
Covering 23 acres and with more than 40 attractions and rides, the Paul Bunyan Center also has a pioneer village, with exhibits from the end of the 19th century to the beginning of the 20th century, depicting the life in Minnesota during that period of time.
0.3 Miles
71% 56 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) Brainerd, MN MoreLess Info
Named after the legendary giant woodsman, Paul Bunyanland is an amusement park with a theme that combines tall tales with pioneer America. The park features a variety of displays and exhibits, as well as a petting barn, playground, and games.
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