Winter Wonderland Of Fun!
Join us for an array of winter activities to enjoy the magic of Gull Lake in the wintertime. What is your idea of a winter vacation? Having a hot cup of cocoa before a crackling fire or taking a swim in a beautiful indoor pool? Maybe it’s a bit more adventurous—like your first dog sled ride or buzzing through the forest on a snow-draped winter snowmobile trail.
From more traditional warm and cozy indoor activities to the unique, Minnesota winter activities like ice fishing or horse-drawn trolley rides, Cragun’s has all of the Minnesota winter activities you need for a great winter getaway.
Cragun’s Resort is your complete outfitter for whatever you need for fun in the snow, from rental gear to guides to lessons.
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.
Kitty Cat Snowmobile Track
The whole family can enjoy 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!
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.
Scheduled Activities
Cragun’s has the best winter recreation options from snowmobiling to our indoor Sports Centre.
Activities Calendar
There is no comparison to the recreational opportunities you’ll find at Cragun’s Resort and Hotel in Gull Lake.
Snowmobile Center
Cragun’s Resort and Hotel is located in the heart of snowmobile country.
Snowshoeing
Here’s your chance to try something new this winter. If you like to hike, you’ll love Minnesota snowshoeing. Whether your goal is to get out for a leisurely walk in the snow or go for a more physically challenging adventure.
Sports Centre
Cragun’s 22,000 square foot indoor sports complex is located in the middle of Cragun’s property. The indoor sports complex features a basketball court and two indoor tennis courts that also convert into indoor volleyball courts. On the upper level is a one tenth mile indoor running track.
