Find a Mix Indoor and Outdoor Things to Do in Brainerd/Baxter This Spring

If you are like most Minnesotans, you are ready to sneak away and stretch your legs as spring appears. Whether you are thinking of spring break, or a long weekend, plan your spring getaway and visit Brainerd and Baxter. We’ve got plenty to offer for both indoor and outdoor adventures. 

Outdoor Adventures 

  • City Trails: There are miles of paved trails perfect for walking or biking in the Cities of Brainerd and Baxter. It’s a sure-fire way to get outside but avoid some of the melty messiness that sometimes accompanies spring.
  • Crow Wing State Park: Explore this state park with many trails that wind around the Mississippi River and experience the beautiful prairie views.  
  • Cuyuna Recreation Area: Go fat tire biking at nearby Cuyuna Recreation Area. Red Raven bike shop & cafe in Crosby will help you get set-up and provides rentals. 
  • Mount Ski Gull: Even as the weather warms up, there is usually snow at Mount Ski Gull until the end of March, so take advantage of the warmer weather and go downhill skiing or snow tubing. They offer equipment rentals for a stress-free day. 

Shopping  

For shopping, check out local Brainerd and Baxter boutiques and home good stores. Some to shops to stop at include:  

  • 218 UrbanNest: Located downtown Brainerd, one of the newest boutiques in town offers a fun array of vendor items ranging from home decor to clothing.
  • Bells + Blossom: A boutique curated with love by two busy mamas with a desire to find high-quality, unique, and affordable pieces for women and children of every shape and size.
  • Christmas Point: The ultimate shopping experience in Baxter. From boutique style clothing to designer boots and shoes, home good and premier furniture, shop their three levels today.
  • Little Hobo Boutique: Discover a handpicked selection of distinctive apparel, accessories, and gifts at Little Hobo Boutique located in the Northern Pacific Center.
  • Morey’s Fish Market: A bit of a hidden gem when it comes to shopping, this location offers gourmet kitchen goods, coffee mugs and other locally designed décor and home goods. Many fun gadgets to choose from at their Baxter location.
  • Salvage Sisters: A mix of repurposed furniture and on trend home decor, clothing, jewelry and gift ideas. Located just north of Baxter on Highway 371.
  • Check out our business directory for a list of shopping spots.

Sip and Savor 

Treat yourself to a drink after a long day of outdoor adventures or shopping.

  • 5Rocks Distilling Co. is a family owned micro distillery and cocktail room in Brainerd. They are always concocting incredible seasonal drinks that are definitely worth checking out.
  • Jack Pine Brewery is a great locally-owned brewery to kick back, enjoy some live music or game night, and maybe even a food truck. They brew a great selection of craft beers to try and have non-alcoholic options too.  
  • Check our business directory for other local bars and lounges.

For more happenings, be sure to check out our calendar of events. If your business is hosting an event, please let us know and we’ll add it to the calendar. We hope you enjoy your visit to Brainerd and Baxter, MN, this year!