Yoga
Namaste! Take one hour for yourself and sign up for yoga.
$100 Daily Resort Credit
Receive a daily $100 resort credit to be used on anything at the resort (pontoons, fishing boats, golf, recreation, food & beverage). Can not be used towards room and tax. Any remaining credit will be forfeited if not used by check out.
Activities Calendar
There is no comparison to the recreational opportunities you’ll find at Cragun’s Resort and Hotel in Gull Lake.
Beach Playground
Cragun’s is famous for its beautiful long, shallow, safe for kids, sandy beach with a roped off swimming area. It’s the best Gull Lake beach!
Beach Volleyball
Build teamwork on one of two beach volleyball courts, located along the Gull Lake beach with nearby picnic tables and fire rings.
Biking
We offer a variety of bike rentals, including e-Bikes and e-Scooters. Come check them all out at our Marina!
Bonfires
Warm up on those cool summer and fall nights with a roaring bonfire.
Fitness Room
How about a real workout? Cragun’s Resort Fitness Center will help you do just that.
Games
The poolside game area provides a fun family atmosphere the whole family will enjoy!
Golf
The three incredible Cragun’s Legacy Courses stand out among the many exceptional Brainerd golf courses on the Brainerd Golf Trail, one of the “World’s Top Golf Destinations.”
Hunting
Game farms and hunting preserves are a growing trend in the region.
Marina
Full-service Gull Lake marina with snowmobile rentals, ice fishing, ice skating and more.
Paul Bunyan Trail
The Paul Bunyan Trail is a 75-mile paved trail for hiking, biking, in-line skating and snowmobiling. Bike rentals are available along the trail which runs from south of Brainerd to Walker and connects with other trails along the way.
Sports Centre
Cragun’s 22,000 square foot indoor sports facility is located in the middle of Cragun’s property.
Swimming
Families searching for Minnesota resorts with pools should look no farther than Cragun’s Resort.
Tennis
Searching for tennis resorts? Look no further than Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd, Minnesota. Enjoy playing outdoors or on one of our indoor carpeted tennis courts in the Sports Centre.
Rental Rates
Cragun’s marina is located on Gull Lake for fishing and lake adventures.
Bear Trap Lounge
When the day comes to an end, you can relax and visit Brainerd bars like the Bear Trap Lounge located in the Main Lodge. Watch the game on the big screen TV.
Irma’s Kitchen
Irma’s Kitchen, Gull Lakes freshest restaurant. Located in the former home of the Hungry Gull Restaurant the building dates back to 1926.
Lakeside Dining Room
The Lodge Dining Room at Cragun’s Resort is one of the best restaurants in Brainerd MN because it’s a place where you can enjoy the northwoods vacation atmosphere and gorgeous views of Steamboat Bay.
Legacy Bar & Grille
Dine in the beautiful clubhouse atmosphere of the Legacy Grille, one of the best bars in Brainerd MN. You’ll overlook the golf course, in a restaurant that overlooks nothing else.
Cabana Café
Located at the indoor pool at Cragun’s Resort, the Cabana Café serves breakfast, lunch and light dinners in the poolside cabana area.
Scheduled Activities
The seasons may change, but the fun never stops when you host your reunion at Cragun’s.
Bonfires
Warm up on those cool winter days with a roaring bonfire.
Broomball
A lighted broomball rink with nets for “pick-up” or team competition is set up in front of the resort. Skate rentals are available in the marina.
Cross Country Skiing
Searching for cross country ski resorts? The Pine Beach Ski Trail, makes Cragun’s the winter vacation headquarters in North Central Minnesota.
Dog Sled Rides
Dog sled rides are one of the most quintessential Minnesota winter activities. Experience the adventure and excitement of riding with a real Husky dog sled team yapping and barking with the anticipation of pulling you around the bay! A local “Musher” offers his skill and expertise in taking guests for […]
Fitness Room
How about a real workout? Cragun’s Resort fitness room will help you do just that.
Golf Simulator
Looking to keep your golf swing throughout the winter? Now you can enjoy golf year round with our new PGA Tour Golf Simulator at Cragun’s Legacy. Choose from 40 great golf courses around the world including Pebble Beach, TPC Sawgrass, Spyglass Hills, as well as a driving range for practice […]
Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
Horse drawn trolley rides are one of our guests’ favorite Minnesota winter activities. A team of beautiful Clydesdales will pull you in a 20 passenger trolley during this half-hour narration around the resort. It’s perfect for all seasons, be sure to make this a relaxing part of your stay. The […]
Ice Fishing
Gull Lake is one of Minnesota’s finest ice fishing lakes. Our Brainerd ice fishing houses are placed at the “dropoff” in front of the resort (there’s no need to go across the bay to find the “lunkers”). Come ice fishing today!
Ice Skating
A huge, lighted resurfaced outdoor ice skating rink is set up on Gull Lake, right in front of the resort. A huge bonfire with plenty of firewood and extra marshmallows is nearby to warm you up on chilly days.
Indoor Swimming Pool
The huge indoor swimming pool complex includes a relaxation whirlpool, and a spacious sundeck overlooking Gull Lake.
