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Summer Recreation Pass
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Summer Rec Pass

Family Reunion Activities, Indoor Summer, Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Summer Rec Pass

Family Reunion Activities, Indoor Summer, Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Check out the NEW Summer Recreation Pass that gives you UNLIMITED access to MORE fun!

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Activities Calendar

Family Reunion Activities, Indoor Summer, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Activities Calendar

Family Reunion Activities, Indoor Summer, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

There is no comparison to the recreational opportunities you’ll find at Cragun’s Resort and Hotel in Gull Lake.

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The North Star yacht takes guests for a Gull Lake Cruise at our Brainerd resort
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Gull Lake Cruises

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Gull Lake Cruises

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Tour Gull Lake in style, enjoy a public cruise or book your private event on our luxury yacht.

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Beach Playground
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Beach Playground

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Beach Playground

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

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!

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Beach Volleyball

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Beach Volleyball

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Build teamwork on one of two beach volleyball courts, located along the Gull Lake beach with nearby picnic tables and fire rings.

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Biking

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Biking

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

We offer a variety of bike rentals, including e-Bikes and e-Scooters. Come check them all out at our Marina!

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Bonfires
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Bonfires

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Bonfires

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Warm up on those cool summer and fall nights with a roaring bonfire.

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Fishing
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Fishing

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Fishing

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Cragun’s Resort on beautiful Gull Lake is set up to be an all-inclusive resort for fishing.

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Fitness Room

Indoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Fitness Room

Indoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

How about a real workout?  Cragun’s Resort Fitness Center will help you do just that.

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Games

Indoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Games

Indoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

The poolside game area provides a fun family atmosphere the whole family will enjoy!

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Golf
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Golf

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Golf

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

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.”

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Hunting

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Hunting

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Game farms and hunting preserves are a growing trend in the region.

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Marina
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Marina

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Marina

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Full-service Gull Lake marina with boat rentals, fishing tackle, guide service and gas.

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Paul Bunyan Trail
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Paul Bunyan Trail

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Paul Bunyan Trail

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

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.

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Sports Centre
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Sports Centre

Indoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Sports Centre

Indoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Cragun’s 22,000 square foot indoor sports facility is located in the middle of Cragun’s property.

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Swimming
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Swimming

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Swimming

Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Families searching for Minnesota resorts with pools should look no farther than Cragun’s Resort.

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Tennis

Indoor Summer, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Tennis

Indoor Summer, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

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.

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Boating
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Boating

Marina, Boating & Fishing

Boating

Marina, Boating & Fishing

Gull Lake Marina Boat Rentals – Rent a boat from Cragun’s Gull Lake Marina. Cruise beautiful Gull Lake.

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Rental Rates

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Rental Requests

Rental Rates

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Rental Requests

Cragun’s full-service, lake-level marina is located on Gull Lake’s famed Steamboat Bay, the site for countless boating, fishing and lake adventures.

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Pontoon Boat
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Rental Requests

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Rental Requests

Rental Requests

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Rental Requests

Let us help you plan all your fun recreation.

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Waterskiing
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Waterskiing

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Waterskiing

Marina, Boating & Fishing, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Searching for a water skiing resort? Look no further than Cragun’s Resort, home to the best water skiing in the Midwest.

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Bear Trap Lounge
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Bear Trap Lounge

Dining

Bear Trap Lounge

Dining

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.

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Irma's Kitchen at Cragun's
Irma’s Kitchen
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Irma’s Kitchen

Dining

Irma’s Kitchen

Dining

Irma’s Kitchen, Gull Lakes freshest restaurant. Located in the former home of the Hungry Gull Restaurant the building dates back to 1926.

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Lakeside Dining Room
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Lakeside Dining Room

Dining

Lakeside Dining Room

Dining

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.

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Legacy Bar & Grille
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Legacy Bar & Grille

Dining

Legacy Bar & Grille

Dining

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.

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Cabana Cafe
Cabana Café
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Cabana Café

Dining

Cabana Café

Dining

Located at the indoor pool at Cragun’s Resort, the Cabana Café serves breakfast, lunch and light dinners in the poolside cabana area.

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Scheduled Activities

Family Reunion Activities, Indoor Summer, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

Scheduled Activities

Family Reunion Activities, Indoor Summer, Outdoor Summer, Spring, Summer & Fall Activities

The seasons may change, but the fun never stops when you host your reunion at Cragun’s.

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Warm yourself by one of our lakeside bonfire areas.
Bonfires
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Bonfires

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Bonfires

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Warm up on those cool winter days with a roaring bonfire.

Jill Kinsley2021-02-04T13:46:49-06:00
Broomball
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Broomball

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Broomball

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

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 for $5.00 per hour.

Jill Kinsley2021-10-22T16:47:28-05:00
Cross-country skiing at Cragun's Resort
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Cross Country Skiing

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Cross Country Skiing

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Searching for cross country ski resorts? Look no further than Cragun’s Resort! The Pine Beach Ski Trail, makes Cragun’s the winter vacation headquarters in North Central Minnesota.

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Dog sledding
Dog Sled Rides
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Dog Sled Rides

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Dog Sled Rides

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

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 […]

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Fitness Room
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Fitness Room

Indoor Winter, Winter Activities

Fitness Room

Indoor Winter, Winter Activities

How about a real workout? Cragun’s Resort fitness room will help you do just that.

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Golf Simulator
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Golf Simulator

Indoor Winter, Winter Activities

Golf Simulator

Indoor Winter, Winter Activities

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 […]

Jill Kinsley2021-02-04T13:09:54-06:00
Fish Houses
Ice Fishing
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Ice Fishing

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Ice Fishing

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

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”).

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Ice Skating
Ice Skating
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Ice Skating

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Ice Skating

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

A big, 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.

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Indoor Pool
Indoor Swimming Pool
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Indoor Swimming Pool

Indoor Winter, Winter Activities

Indoor Swimming Pool

Indoor Winter, Winter Activities

The huge indoor swimming pool complex includes a relaxation whirlpool, and a spacious sundeck overlooking Gull Lake.

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Kitty Cat Snowmobiles
Kitty Cat Snowmobile Track
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Kitty Cat Snowmobile Track

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Kitty Cat Snowmobile Track

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

The whole family can enjoy world-class snowmobiling at Cragun’s Resort! We rent pint-sized snowmobiles that kids can drive on our Kitty Cat Snowmobile Track – it was specially designed for kids snowmobiling!

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Snowmobile Trails
Paul Bunyan Trail
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Paul Bunyan Trail

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Paul Bunyan Trail

Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

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.

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Scheduled Activities
Scheduled Activities
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Scheduled Activities

Indoor Winter, Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Scheduled Activities

Indoor Winter, Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Cragun’s has the best winter recreation options from snowmobiling to our indoor Sports Centre.

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Activities Calendar
Activities Calendar
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Activities Calendar

Indoor Winter, Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

Activities Calendar

Indoor Winter, Outdoor Winter, Winter Activities

There is no comparison to the recreational opportunities you’ll find at Cragun’s Resort and Hotel in Gull Lake.

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“We went boating for a day, golfed for a day, hung out at the pools and beach. We had a fantastic time and plan to come back every year!”

Carl Hensley Lll, Shakopee, MN

“Activities were fantastic – ice bowling, kitty cat snowmobiles, trolley rides. The New Year’s Eve party in the Sports Centre was so much fun! We stayed there all night with the kiddos and they loved it! We visit Cragun’s every year over 4th of July, but this was our first winter trip. Loved it! Thank you!“

Kendra Whinnery, Maplewood, MN

“Fall golf was terrific, Camp Cragun’s always loved by the kids and give parents a nice break, pool area always clean. Even pontoon rides always enjoyable.”

Susan Segerstrom, Brooklyn Center, MN

“What a wonderful resort for families with small children. The playground on the beach was just what the kids needed! Shallow clear water, pontoons for our family to go for a ride, horse drawn trolleys! This place is a families dream!”

Mike Engelmann, Mankato, MN

“I cannot state enough what a GREAT weekend getaway this was for us and our three young grandsons; ages 6, 5, and 3. LOVED the pool, pontoon ride, fishing, walking, playground, etc. Also really appreciate the emails prior and after asking for feedback.”

Lori Masters, Balsam Lake, WI

“Rented snowmobiles and the sleds were in excellent condition, staff that assisted us was excellent, friendly and helpful. Wonderful experience!”

Lisa Prasky, Champlin, MN

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