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Things to see in Brainerd, Minnesota (United States): 6 places and when to go
Brainerd, Minnesota is a town in United States, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Snow (3), Nature (2), Wildlife (2). The best known are Brainerd Water Tower, Crow Wing State Park and Northland Arboretum. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 46.358, -94.2008
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Snow (3) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · History (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 700 km as the crow flies
What to see in Brainerd, Minnesota
The places in and around Brainerd, Minnesota, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Brainerd Water TowerWater tower in Brainerd, United States of America49 m
- Crow Wing State ParkState park and archaeological site in Crow Wing, Morrison, and Cass counties, Minnesota, USA14 km
- Northland ArboretumNon-profit arboretum and nature reserve in Brainerd, Minnesota2.5 km
- Big Axe BrewingBrewery19 km
- French Rapids Ski TrailsSki area7.0 km
- Mount Ski GullSki resort17 km
When to go to Brainerd, Minnesota
The best time to visit Brainerd, Minnesota is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:47
- FebPossible10:05
- MarPossible11:36
- AprBest time13:20
- MayBest time14:47
- JunBest time15:35
- JulBest time15:15
- AugBest time13:59
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:38
- NovPossible9:09
- DecPossible8:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 25. In April, 4 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Brainerd, Minnesota
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 700 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- St. Cloud, Minnesota6 places89 km
- Bemidji, Minnesota5 places135 km
- Anoka11 places144 km
- Hibbing6 places153 km
- Long Lake9 places161 km
- Luck11 places161 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Brainerd, Minnesota?
The best known: Brainerd Water Tower, Crow Wing State Park, Northland Arboretum. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Brainerd, Minnesota?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 25.
How do you get to Brainerd, Minnesota?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 700 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Brainerd, Minnesota as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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