As the Mississippi River Trail (MRT) travels north, then south from Itasca State Park to the Gulf of Mexico, it passes through the Brainerd Lakes Area, on the Paul Bunyan Trail. Here in the Brainerd/Baxter Area bicyclist of every level will find plenty of fun opportunities. This family-friendly bike vacation destination includes over 50 miles of pave trails in the area, 100’s of miles of scenic lakeside road riding routes and some of the best mountain biking trails in the state.

A four-season vacation destination with many lodging choices, when not riding your bike explore the area’s premier golf courses, many water sports activities, the Brainerd International Raceway, the Crow Wing County Historical Museum and the Crow Wing State Park, which offers more history, swimming, camping, hiking, fishing and picnicking when visiting the area. All in their new and free mobile App in the Visit Brainerd Lakes Guide

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