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Giants Ridge is the #1-rated family vacation destination in Minnesota. Located north of Duluth in the majestic Superior National Forest of the Mesabi Iron Range, Giants Ridge offers incredible four-season fun and adventure for every level of outdoor enthusiast. In the summer, you’ll enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer from championship golf at two of the country’s most beautiful and award-winning public courses. In the winter, Giants Ridge is the Midwest’s top-rated ski and snowboard hot-spot. Here, snow adventures are always in action, offering 35 downhill ski runs, over 60 km of the finest-groomed nordic ski trails and the best snowboarding terrain park in Minnesota!

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Fair Hills Resort is a family vacation destination open from May through September. We offer family “sports weeks” during June, July and August. Fair Hills also has conference, event and wedding facilities available during the entire season. Fair Hills Resort is more than just a vacation destination, it is a vacation family. The staff at Fair Hills strive to provide an environment that makes you feel at home. Our guests tell us they keep coming back for many reasons, including the tradition of reuniting with friends and family.

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At our MN golf and family lake resort in Glenwood and the Alexandria area on beautiful Lake Minnewaska, fine accommodations are all just a few steps away from the first tee of our challenging and beautiful 18 hole golf course. Our MN golf course features lush greens, varied natural terrain, fairways cut through a maple, basswood and oak forest, suspension bridges, colorful wildflower areas and breathtaking views of Lake Minnewaska.

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Get away from it all at our beautiful nature-inspired resort in northern Minnesota. Sparkling lake views, an 18-hole championship golf course, indoor waterpark, excellent food, and year-round activities make for a perfect getaway for families, weddings, retreats, meetings, and anyone else who just needs a break.

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Join us at our Park rapids resort, where your Minnesota family vacation is our priority. Timberlane resort offers deluxe accommodations, cabins and villas, recreation and relaxation is in the best tradition of informality and warm hospitality. Nestled in towering Norway Pines on 1500 feet of shoreline on beautiful Long Lake. Timberlane is the Minnesota vacation get-away spot you have been looking for. Visit Itasca State Park where your family can walk across the Mississippi Headwaters or try a golfing vacation at our Park Rapids golf course the Bears Den!

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Surrounded by over 400 of Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes within a 25-mile radius, Forest Hills Resort offers park model sales, full hook up RV lots, championship golf, an on-site bar and grill, and many amenities. Fun for everyone: swimming pool, mini golf, Izzo’s Bar & Grill. Our 18-hole championship course is a round you’ll remember.

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At Brookside Resort, you enjoy quality time with your family. Whether you’re looking to play or relax, Brookside Resort caters to your needs to give you the best family vacation you’ve ever experienced. We are located on beautiful Two Inlets Lake near the famous Itasca State Park and only fourteen miles from Park Rapids, Minnesota. Our twenty-nine cabins are clean, modern and furnished for housekeeping.

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Cragun’s is the largest year-round resort in Brainerd, MN offering more of everything for your vacation – at the best value! What can you enjoy while at Cragun’s, aside from the mile-long sandy beaches of Gull Lake? Check out our activities sure to excite both young and young-at-heart guests. Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd Minnesota has it all, including being named “Property of the Year” by Minnesota Innkeepers and a “Top Ten Resort” by Midwest Living.

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Explore the variety of vacation packages available at Madden’s on Gull Lake—a Minnesota Luxury Resort. Golf deals, romantic getaways, spa retreats, and family vacation experiences await at the number-one vacation destination in the midwest! Learn more about our all-inclusive packages, golf courses, recreational facilities, and more. Golf The Classic, Minnesota’s number one course! Package includes golf on The Classic, Pine Beach East and West courses, and much more.

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A boat ride across Snowbank Lake to a secluded bay on its eastern shore brings you to our private wilderness cabins and lodge. There are no nearby developments — only nine Wilderness Bay cabins on its half-mile of scenic shoreline. Scattered amongst the pines, each cabin at Wilderness Bay offers a unique vacation experience. Our original cabins were built in the 1930’s and 40’s, additional cabins have been built and renovations have been made. Each cabin has modern kitchen and bathroom facilities, screened porch, fire pit, grill, and private dock.

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Gold Mine Camp is located on the 49-mile-long Vermilion River, nestled between two portage “waterfalls,” in the wilderness between Lake Vermilion and Crane Lake. The Vermilion River flows north of the Trout Lake Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and eventually empties into Hudson Bay in Canada. Gold Mine has access to approximately 17 miles of navigable river system. Gold Mine Camp is a privacy-plus location. People, other than Gold Mine guests, are rarely seen. Private property in this area is limited and public access is difficult.

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Sand Point Lodge. Located on the Canadian shores of Sand Point Lake, Ontario, Canada. Just 8 miles by water from Crane Lake, MN. Rent one of our beautiful rustic cabins or visit the lodge to purchase Canadian fishing licenses, bait, gasoline, or basic groceries. Kick back, relax and enjoy a tasty meal in our restaurant overlooking the lake.

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The Schumachers welcome you with clean & cozy cabins. Each has a full kitchen and 24 hour electricity. All cabins are lake side or lake view. See complete details on our cabins page. We are located in the Superior National Forest with vast opportunity to fish area lakes, hike, hunt & snowmobile the many miles of trails and roads. Vacation with us and you can enjoy all the peace and beauty of the north woods experienced in the BWCA.

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What can we tell you that you have not read in every other Lake of the Woods website.  Spanning a million acres, with 65,000 miles of shoreline, and over 14,000 islands, Lake of the Woods is a sportsman’s dream. Our authentic log cabins are surprisingly modern, being as fully equipped as your own kitchen. They are spaciously located on the waters edge in our park-like surroundings. Excellent restaurants and lounges are located nearby.

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This is what Sherrick’s is all about. Located on Johnson Lake, there is access to two other isolated wilderness lakes with excellent fishing, fished by few and enjoyed by everyone. It’s like taking a fly-in trip into Canada, without having to cross the Canadian border! Isolated, yet just a few hours from every major Midwest city, isolated but close to civilizaiton, isolated but provides modern housekeeping cabins with hot and cold running water, flush toilets, refrigerators and stoves.

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Kettle Falls Hotel and Kettle Falls are a remote spot on the Minnesota-Canadian border that has a rich history spanning several hundred years. Native American Indians fished for sturgeon at the falls since the early 1700’s. Kettle Falls Hotel is a very remote location and approximately 15 miles from the nearest road. Kettle Falls Hotel offers twelve completely remodeled rooms, all furnished with antiques and single or double beds.

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An outpost is defined as a remote settlement on the frontier of civilization. At Angle Outpost Resort, we invite you to experience for yourself what our secluded settlement has to offer. Beautifully situated on the shores of Lake of the Woods, Angle Outpost Resort boasts striking lakefront views from every cabin and provides everything necessary for a fun, relaxing vacation, whether you plan to fish, hunt, or just get away with family and friends.

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At Trout Lake Resort you’ll find a small resort on a pristine trout lake. You will be tucked away in the wilderness setting of the Gunflint Trail, yet only 16 miles from Grand Marais and all that the shoreline of Lake Superior has to offer. Kids love it at Trout Lake Resort. There’s a swimming area by the dock, a play area, and a fire pit for sharing the day’s stories. There’s also a sandy bottom beach on the east side of the lake. And, of course, catching fish is always a favorite! Children under age 3 are our guest.

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How is it that when you set out to leave the world behind, the world is exactly what you discover? Lakes, trees, trails, a canoe in the water, and an outfitter to set you up. All right here by your Bearskin Lodge cabin on Minnesota’s famed Gunflint Trail. Nestled in the pristine woods of northeastern Minnesota between Lake Superior and the Boundary Waters Canoe area (BWCA wilderness). As far as you can get from the rest of the world.

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38 miles from the Main Lodge is the secluded Oak Island Lodge. This undisturbed remote island is a place where nature thrives. It’s filled with bald eagles, deer, bear and the fishing is undoubtedly world class. In this part of the Lake of the Woods, there is abundant population of Walleye, Sauger, Northerns, Muskies, Smallmouth Bass, Perch, and big Slab Crappies. Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources has determined this to be a World-Class Fishery.

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Nestled in the heart of Minnesota, close to major businesses and attractions, the Holiday Inn Express Brainerd-Baxter Hotel is home to the Three Bear Water Park, Cragun’s Laser Tag Park and Arcade. Our Brainerd hotel guests enjoy a visit to the Three Bear Water Park, our on-site park that boasts everything from a lazy river to a 1,000 gallon dumping bucket. NEW this summer is our Cragun’s Laser Tag Park – a whole new way to have some fun while on vacation with us.

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Located along the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, MN, the Edgewater Hotel & Waterpark is your complete Duluth hotels vacation resort destination. Enjoy our indoor waterpark, arcade, outside play area, pool and hot tub, and easy access to Duluth’s Lakewalk and restaurants. Relax in a comfortable and clean room with all the amenities and views of Lake Superior. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it here at the funnest hotel in Duluth.

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The Holiday Inn Minneapolis NW-Elk River’s on-site restaurant and lounge, the Mississippi Valley Grill and Bar, is a great place to relax and enjoy dinner in a Northwoods atmosphere. In-room dining is available 7 days a week. Wild Woods Water Park takes you back to the River Town of Old. With three water slides, a lazy river, basketball water court and a child’s play area, there are fun and variety for all ages. The water park days and hours of operation vary throughout the year.

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All Condo Suites face Lake Pepin on the Mississippi River for spectacular views of the river. Lake Pepin is the largest river lake on the Mississippi and at one time extended all of the way north to St. Paul. The Mississippi River Valley we see today was carved bluff to bluff through the process of receding glacial waters.

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Located just three miles east of Lanesboro, Minnesota, Eagle Cliff Campground & Lodging offers something for everyone. Accommodations include riverfront tent sites, electric-only sites, water-electric sites and full hookup sites and a five-room motel on site. Whether you are looking for hotel-style lodging, RV Camping or a place to put your tent, we have accommodations to meet your needs. With the Root River Trail one mile away, and location on the Root River, outdoor activities are an excellent way to experience the beauty of this area.

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We are open year round! We are set-up like a Motel with 4 Kitchenettes and 5 Basic Motel Rooms on the Riverside of Highway 11. We also have 1 Kitchenette and 4 Basic Motel Rooms on the other side of Highway 11. We offer a dock for all fishermen to use and it also has a fish cleaning facility. We do offer a fish cleaning facility on the other side of the road for the winter months that is also heated.

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Our Family Resort has 11 beautiful log sided Cabins ranging in size from 1,400 sq’ to over 5,600 sq’ and will accommodate from 2 to 38 guests! Lanesboro MN, named one of America’s Prettiest Towns by Forbes Traveler, one of the 50 Best Sports Towns in the Nation by Sports Afield Magazine and the Bed & Breakfast Capitol of Minnesota is located just 5 minutes away on State Highway 16. With the Root River State Bike Trail, the #1 rated trail in the state, winding through our Southern Minnesota Resort and the Root River running along side, there is no better access for fishing, biking, hiking, blading, kayaking or tubing.

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Located in the heart of scenic wilderness country, Vermilion River Cottages, is 21 miles northeast of Cook, Minnesota. Vermilion River Cottages is a unique family resort that offers our guests access to three of the highest rated wilderness and recreation attractions in Northern Minnesota. Quality fishing is available for the serious trophy fisherman or for those who just want to throw a line in and spend the day on the water.

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Riverside Resort is located on the legendary Horseshoe Chain of Lakes in picturesque Richmond, Minnesota. Because we are located only 80 miles northwest of the Mall of America, we are easy on your gas tank. We’re a family oriented fishing and vacation resort offering deluxe cottage rentals, seasonal RV sites, and short-term camping opportunities.

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Birchview Resort is a fully licensed and insured vacation retreat for those who know what “total relaxation” is all about. From catching the largest walleyes in the world, to the best cabins in the state, your adventure will start from the moment you throw your bags into your room until the time you check out.

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Wabasha, Minnesota is located on the banks of the Mississippi river, home of the National Eagle Center, and the town upon which the ‘Grumpy Old Men’ movies are based. It’s the quintessential small river town and oldest city in Minnesota. We have a great cast of characters that are immensely fun to get to know!

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Come explore beautiful Bluff Country, tucked away in the trees on your trip to the the Hidden Bluffs Resort. Offering the perfect family getaway for fun and relaxing time away from it all. Located southeast of the Twin Cities with easy access to adventure on the Root River, at the Niagara & Mystery Caves, Amish Communities, Kayaking, Tubing, Hunting & Four-wheeling!

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Get away from it all… Enjoy trophy and sportfishing at its best! Whether you want to go for a trophy to test your angling skills or just for the fun and excitement of catching fish, you are at the right place! Twin River Resort can satisfy the most demanding of fishermen.

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Frontier Resort is a 2nd generation family resort located on the Ash River in northern Minnesota, a stones throw from Voyageurs National Park and just south of the Ontario border. Kabetogama and Namakan Lakes and some of the best fishing in the upper Midwest is just a short boat ride away! Our location on the river means we have the closest resort access to Sullivan Bay and the main lkes!

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Create your family and fishing memories at Niemeyer’s Rugged River Resort. We are located in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes area. In the space of one mile, you are off the busy highway and into a tranquil environment surrounded by woods and water. Spread over 100 acres, with a mile of undeveloped shoreline, the resort and RV parks offer family enjoyment, solitude and the unspoiled beauty of the Mississippi River. Once you’ve arrived, it’s hard to believe you are only minutes away from the many activities of the Brainerd Lakes Area. Make us your family tradition!

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Welcome to Caribou Highlands Lodge, an all-season resort nestled in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains in legendary Lutsen. The mountain views from our lodge rooms, condos, townhomes and spacious four-bedroom Poplar Ridge log homes are inspiring, as are the vistas of Lake Superior from the top of Moose Mountain. Come see it.

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The historic Grand View Lodge on Gull Lake has been providing our guests with memorable vacations since 1916. It is our mission to continue the legacy of high standard of service, dedicated staff, and unique atmosphere that has been upheld for 100 years. Explore a variety of activities, two championship golf courses, the rejuvenating Glacial Waters Spa, a collection of distinctive dining venues and some of the best accommodations in the state.

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Minnesota’s real secret lies in its lake culture. Those who come here know it’s a place of many faces: a water sports playground, quintessential cabin experience, and four-season vacation destination. Dramatic lake vistas and casual elegance are the hallmarks of Quarterdeck, one of the finest boutique resorts in the Brainerd Lakes area, situated on 27 acres of Gull Lake’s west shore.

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Lutsen Mountains offers the Midwest’s only true mountain ski area experience. Four interconnected peaks overlooking Lake Superior bring big mountain skiing with Up North authenticity. Whether you’re looking for a family ski holiday, a romantic retreat or a weekend ski or snowboard getaway with friends, you’ll discover a real mountain vacation at Lutsen. Your True North.

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Come experience the history of Nisswa’s birthplace at our fabulous new 4-season resort! A Minnesota vacation that will bring your family closer together. Located in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, Nisswa is a favorite place for shopping and spending time with the family. While at the resort take advantage of our many amenities, or just lay back and take the time to reflect. It is easy to see the possibilities when you’re relaxed and stress free.

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Located on a heavily wooded peninsula bordering the United States and Canada, Voyageur Park Lodge offers the best of Northwood’s hospitality. This beautiful resort is hidden on the shores of Lake Kabetogama – an ancient glacier -carved lake, one of the large, pristine lakes of Voyageurs National Park.

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Located just 2 hours north of the Twin Cities, 1 hour west of the Twin Ports and 45 minutes south of Grand Rapids, it’s a premier Minnesota resort community located in the heart of northern Minnesota’s vacationland on Big Sandy Lake. You will find more than you’ve ever dreamed! Big Sandy Lodge is a perfect combination of a lakeside retreat with comfortable accommodations. Book your stay for a special night, romantic getaway, stay-cation or a special event.

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Fair Hills Resort is a family vacation destination open from May through September. We offer family “sports weeks” during June, July and August. Fair Hills also has conference, event and wedding facilities available during the entire season. Fair Hills Resort is more than just a vacation destination, it is a vacation family. The staff at Fair Hills strive to provide an environment that makes you feel at home. Our guests tell us they keep coming back for many reasons, including the tradition of reuniting with friends and family.

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The Ruttger family has been welcoming folks like you to their premier Bay Lake resort in northern Minnesota for more than a century. Much has changed over the years, but the essence of Ruttger’s resorts near Brainerd remains the same… The peace of a scenic lake shore sunset, time spent golfing, fishing and relaxing with the ones you love, a good meal, and the welcoming smile of an old friend.

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Boyd Lodge is an award winning year-round Minnesota resort in Crosslake Minnesota specializing in family vacations, couple’s packages and group resort getaways in the woods and lakes area of Minnesota. Located on the Whitefish Lake Chain of 14 Lakes, Boyd Lodge has something for everyone – toddlers, teenagers and adults. As a Minnesota fishing resort our location is perfect for a family fishing vacation! Or, just relax and unwind in one of our spacious loft cabins or cottages and enjoy our friendly atmosphere and the great views of our lakes and woods.

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Giants Ridge is the #1-rated family vacation destination in Minnesota. Located north of Duluth in the majestic Superior National Forest of the Mesabi Iron Range, Giants Ridge offers incredible four-season fun and adventure for every level of outdoor enthusiast. In the summer, you’ll enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer from championship golf at two of the country’s most beautiful and award-winning public courses. In the winter, Giants Ridge is the Midwest’s top-rated ski and snowboard hot-spot. Here, snow adventures are always in action, offering 35 downhill ski runs, over 60 km of the finest-groomed nordic ski trails and the best snowboarding terrain park in Minnesota!

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A family owned and operated resort in Park Rapids, Minnesota, just minutes away from Itasca State Park. Personalized care and service by our exceptional staff await your arrival. Our northern Minnesota resort has a heated pool, beautiful sand beach, and lots of kids activities. Our staff strives to create an exciting Minnesota lake vacation where your family will make many timeless memories. We have 19 housekeeping cabins on the lake that are clean, modern, and can accommodate group sizes ranging from small families to large reunions. Spacious grounds feature beautifully manicured gardens, creating the perfect setting for your family to reconnect and unwind from the hustle of everyday life.

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Our Family Resort has 11 beautiful log sided Cabins ranging in size from 1,400 sq’ to over 5,600 sq’ and will accommodate from 2 to 38 guests! Lanesboro MN, named one of America’s Prettiest Towns by Forbes Traveler, one of the 50 Best Sports Towns in the Nation by Sports Afield Magazine and the Bed & Breakfast Capitol of Minnesota is located just 5 minutes away on State Highway 16. With the Root River State Bike Trail, the #1 rated trail in the state, winding through our Southern Minnesota Resort and the Root River running along side, there is no better access for fishing, biking, hiking, blading, kayaking or tubing.

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Featuring a variety of studio and condominium units, Eagle Ridge Resort is set amidst the peaceful Sawtooth Mountain where guests play by day and relax by night. Each of our units has been designed to complement the natural beauty of the surrounding Superior National Forest. All rooms overlook Moose Mountain and the Poplar River Valley. Eagle Ridge Resort is within walking distance to all Lutsen Mountains amenities and services.

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Plan your escape to The Pines of Kabetogama Resort. An impressive expanse of the Northwoods with an exquisite collection of recently remodeled cabins and spacious RV campsites nestled in the towering pines at the shoreline of Lake Kabetogama. Owned by world travelers dedicated to showcasing Voyageurs National Park and surrounding waterways.

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Classic Northwoods cottages hand-crafted by the Ludlow family and updated with every expected amenity. Your vacation starts with a luxury, hand-crafted cottage on our private island on Lake Vermilion in Northern Minnesota. You’ll get a personalized, full-service vacation with world-class recreation, natural beauty, and a northern Minnesota ambiance for all ages. Our cabins have multiple baths, wood-burning fireplaces, decks and screened porches. All are situated under a canopy of pine and birch trees within 50 feet of the water.

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For over 90 years Breezy Point Resort has built its reputation as the Minnesota 4-season vacation destination for families, golf groups, conferences and weddings. Our Minnesota resort guests from throughout the Midwest and Canada enjoy their wide choice of lodging options, great food in 4 distinctively different restaurants and superior service. Our state-of-the-art conference center hosts groups up to 450 with style. Let’s not forget golf vacations! Breezy Point Resort has 3 spectacular golf courses, including Deacon’s Lodge, the premier championship course in the Brainerd Lakes Area of Minnesota.

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Get away from it all at our beautiful nature-inspired resort in northern Minnesota. Sparkling lake views, an 18-hole championship golf course, indoor waterpark, excellent food, and year-round activities make for a perfect getaway for families, weddings, retreats, meetings, and anyone else who just needs a break.

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Cragun’s is the largest year-round resort in Brainerd, MN offering more of everything for your vacation – at the best value! What can you enjoy while at Cragun’s, aside from the mile-long sandy beaches of Gull Lake? Check out our activities sure to excite both young and young-at-heart guests. Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd Minnesota has it all, including being named “Property of the Year” by Minnesota Innkeepers and a “Top Ten Resort” by Midwest Living.

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The forested lake country of Vermilion offers splendid scenery and adventure. White Eagle is your platform for a great resort vacations – done in comfort. We offer private lake home cabin experiences within a fully-serviced resort setting. We provide everything needed for a carefree family or fishing hiatus. Meticulously cared for accommodations plus the best of Vermilion boat and pontoon rentals equals the beginning of a vacation your family and friends will love.