Cabins in Brainerd, Minnesota Area

Cabins in Brainerd, Minnesota Area
Fishermen celebrate Brainerd's central location amongst 465 Minnesota lakes. Friends hike together on the 100-mile Paul Bunyan Trail, which winds through the backwoods, streams and lake beaches. Winter adventurers exhaust the endless snowmobiling and cross-country skiing while fair-weather golfers enjoy putting on the over 500 holes found on dozens of well-manicured courses. Brainerd's guests dine on fine foods accompanied by even better local wines while locals browse the unique retail shops. All activities are against the beautiful backdrop of Minnesota's magnificent four seasons. A visitor's accommodation choice can include cabins nestled in the forest.

Gull Four Seasons Resort

Gull Four Seasons Resorts offers guests a choice of two- or three-bedroom cabins. The quaint cabins provide quiet, clean comfort for parties up to eight people. Guests enjoy fully-equipped kitchens stocked with all the appliances, dishes and cookware. Your top chef can char steaks on the gas grill while the crew tosses a frisbee between the pines. The night can end with watching cable television and making phone calls home. Gull Four Seasons Resort requests guests bring their own towels and soap for bath and kitchen. A deposit is required to hold your reservation.

Gull Four Seasons Resort
4132 St. Columbo Road
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 963-7969
gull4seasons.com

Campfire Bay Resort

Located just 30 miles south of Brainerd, Campfire Bay Resort sits on the beaches of beautiful Fish Trap Lake. The four-bedroom cabins decorated in log cabin motif are perfect for large crews or multiple family outings. Smaller parties enjoy the option of one-, two- or three-bedroom cabins. All cabins provide guests with the full modern amenities including all kitchen appliances, linens and cookware. Guests benefit from full privacy while located in the center of all the resort's activities. A central bonfire attracts fun and festivities. Computer junkies can log-on unto to the free Wi-Fi while the hot dogs are grilling on the gas grill located on the private deck. Be sure to checkout the crafting retreats held annually at the Campfire Bay Resort.

Campfire Bay Resort
31504 Azure Road
Cushing, Minnesota 56443
(800) 677-7263
campfirebayresort.com

Niemeyer's Rugged River Resort

Back in the day, fur traders, loggers and Native Ojibwa called this campsite home. Now, Niemeyer's Rugged River Resort steps back into history daily on the river bank of the Mississippi River. The 200-acre natural surroundings of the resort remain relatively untouched from its 1930s conception. Guests experience the paradise as the trappers did. The restored cabins are fully equipped with modern kitchens, outside grill with picnic table and a fire ring. Guests enjoy the on-site pool and playground. Hikers and bikers access the Paul Bunyan Trail on the resort's mile-and-half wilderness trail. Be sure to check out their bike rentals.

Niemeyer's Rugged River Resort
12241 Stallman Road
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 829-4587
ruggedriverresort.com

Article Written By Kim Matthews

For almost a decade, Kim Matthews has provided clients with innovative solutions as a nonprofit strategic planner and grant writer. Since 2002, she has written online content for a wide range of websites and publications that include Demand Studios, "Salon City Magazine," "The Community Publisher" and "Elements for Women." She is currently working on a Ph.D. at Texas Tech University.

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