This is one of the best golf experiences in the Brainerd lakes area. Everything from the course to…read moreclubhouse to the staff is very well run. The course is in excellent shape. Lots of trees, to be sure, but still forgiving enough for the average player. Greens are fast and challenging. The clubhouse and staff are outstanding. You can order food after 9, and they drive it out to you on the course. Oh, and the breakfast is excellent! Highly recommend.

I visited Maddens for two nights for the MGA conference at the end of July. I stayed in the Voyager…read morerooms, they were amazing! Very clean, king bed, updated bathroom, back porch, and a kitchenette with a mini fridge, microwave, and sink. We walked to explore around the different areas of Maddens, and the grounds are beautiful! There are tons of activities including a pool, fitness center, tennis courts, croquet, paddle boarding, ice cream shop, gift shop, golf courses etc. The staff working at all of these locations were friendly, accommodating, and helpful. We golfed The Classic, which was awesome as well. Maddens also offers a few different restaurants which have great food. I came here on a work trip so I can't speak to the price/cost of the stay, but I do think this place has a ton to offer for a wide range of ages.

Be ready to golf with strangers, spend more time in the cart than on the greens, and settle for…read moreconcession stand food at the turn. We were forced to pair up with strangers in a 5-some, and even noticed several 6-somes on the course. The Legacy Courses, once a fun and challenging experience, seem to have lost their charm post-renovation. Unfortunately, the redesign feels like a missed opportunity. The courses now lack excitement, pose safety risks (with fences needed to protect against stray balls), and have awkward layouts, such as a lengthy 2-minute cart ride through a barren neighborhood just to reach the next hole. On top of that, Lehman's 9th hole is inconveniently distant from the clubhouse, leaving you with only a basic campground-style bathroom and a food truck offering little more than hotdogs, chips, and drinks. If you're looking for a better golf experience, consider checking out The Pines at Grandview, Madden's Classic, Madden's East, or Whitebirch in Breezy Point.

We played on both golf courses and were thoroughly impressed by their quality and challenges. The…read morestaff at the pro shop and the cart attendants were exceptional, enhancing our overall experience. We enjoyed the courses and were beyond impressed by how pristine they were. We would 10/10 recommend golfing here for a great experience!

The course was well kept, great selection of beer, and the costumer service was excellent.read more

From the owner: This northern Minnesota gem offers a fun and approachable golf experience with tree-lined fairways…read moreand gently sloping terrain. Perfect for golfers of all skill levels, the course will have you reaching for every club in your bag. Often played in less than four hours, this course is ideal for a quick warmup, a leisurely afternoon round, or for those looking to hit the lake after 18 holes!

General - I had a work conference onsite in May and stayed onsite with family while attending the…read moreconference. Location - You have to drive for a bit outside of Brainerd/Baxter but you are right on the beautiful shores of Gull Lake. If you don't know anything about Gull Lake, it is one of the top lakes in the area. Big and beautiful lake - great for boating, fishing and swimming. Rooms & Building - This place has been around for quite some time and still gives off those old school lake resort vibes. I used to come here as a kid for a weekend getaway and some of the things have not changed one bit. Ha. All in all, they have kept up with maintenance for the most part. The rooms do show wear and tear but for how old they buildings actually are, you would expect worse. I kind of like the old-fashioned classic look - gives the building more history and a story than if they would bulldoze it and build modern. Amenities - The resort is loaded with things to do including a full-size gymnasium and ball court, a couple pools, arcade, hot tub, outdoor recreational activities, golf course, etc. Food - There are a few bars and restaurants onsite. We got pizza one night for dinner at the poolside restaurant and it was pretty good. Large size and priced very fairly for resort food. Vibe - Easy going and super friendly staff. No complaints. Reality vs. Online - Pictures that I saw on their website and online matched the quality and condition of the hotel and rooms in-person. No surprises. Price & Final Verdict - It is a classic location in the heart of Brainerd Lakes. It is different than just a "hotel stay" or smaller resort stay. It is a unique experience that one should not miss. Give it a try - great place for a weekend getaway with family and/or friends.

Had a fun weekend trip up here! I would say the main plus of this place is that they seem pretty…read morelaid back, and you have a lot of freedom to do what you want. We didn't want to pay the equipment rental prices so we brought in our own inflatable kayak, and didn't get in any trouble. It's a beautiful lake, and we really enjoyed the view from the upper level deck near the Pizza place, which definitely had a good pizza! They gave us the wrong one, so I don't know what we actually got, but it was good. Thankfully they let us in to eat Pizza because upon arrival their system was down and we couldn't check into our room. The worker behind the counter seemed to be doing the absolute best minimum and wasn't super friendly. After lunch we checked back in and thankfully there was a much more competent and friendly person there to help us out. The system was still partially down, but he was able to give us some details on the status of our room and encouraged us to still enjoy all the amenities until we could check in. As another review mentioned the shower head was uncomfortably low for me, but I'm 6'6" tall so it's probably fine for most people. The indoor pool is quite nice and not overly chlorinated, no burning eyes from the fumes is great. My last thing is the way finding. I think part of it was the room we got (162). It was completely alone and not by any other rooms which made it hard to fine. Also certainly not as good of a view as upper level rooms. But in general there was very little signage and a lot of confusing stairwells with unknown destinations. We only stayed for the weekend, but I didn't feel very confident finding my way even at the end of our stay, so I feel like there could be an improvement there. It seems to be a good value for the money in this area and I would say it's worth checking out!

When u get thare it is cool right off the bat and 2 Different courses to choose I choose the…read moreoriginal course with a cool ship . 18 holes and an easy course. At the end if u get a hole in one u can spin the wheel and earn different prizes.

A really fun place for mini golf. We went with their package deal for 18-hole course and tickets to…read morebe used at their go kart. Very clean place, challenging Blackbeard course, and beautifully decorated.

Not polite staff. Basic store and staff will ask you multiple times for a phone number for rewards…read morethen act like a child when you say no. Save time and money and shop somewhere else when clerks don't snatch money from you.

From the owner: DICK'S Sporting Goods in BAXTER is your go-to destination for all of your sports, exercise,…read moreofficially licensed and outdoor equipment needs. Our knowledgeable staff and service teams will help you find the perfect baseball gloves, tune up your bike, fit you for new golf clubs and set up your fishing equipment. The DICK'S Sporting Goods in BAXTER carries a wide assortment of footwear, workout clothes, sports equipment, camping gear, bikes, kayaks and exercise equipment from top brands. Find the lowest prices online and pickup in store at your local DICK'S Sporting Goods near BAXTER!

Easy Riders Bicycle Shop is AWESOME! I live in Northern MN out in the country on gravel roads. I…read morehad been researching E-Bikes online but wanted to talk to someone in person. I was in Brainerd one day and found Easy Riders was close by. I talked to Chuck who is a FANTASTIC salesman, not pushy at all. He was very knowledgeable and listened to all my pre-requisites that I was looking for in an E-Bike. He was able to zero in on the Trek Allant 7+ that fit all of my needs. Especially, the tires that work with gravel roads. One of the modifications I made was to swap out the bike seat for the best one ever - the Cloud.Lastly, of course I needed a bike rack for EBikes and he showed me two possibilities. Being a woman, the first choice (although cheaper), just was bit too complicated for me. I purchased the fold-up Thune bike rack. Chuck was very thorough showing my husband and I how to mount and dismount the rack from the 2" receiver. We secured the Ebike and drove back up north and the Ebike didn't move an inch. My husband was very impressed that the rack with the bike easily fold down to access the back of the truck and lower the tailgate. The rack folded right up and with the wheels was easy to store in the garage.I have been able to take 2 rides on our back country roads; one a 4 mile and one an 8 mile and I wasn't all achy and sore because I had turbo assistance when climbing the hills. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my EBike! Thank you all at Easy Riders!! I will be sharing your website with my family and friends. Beth N

I've stopped three times on my way to/from the Brainerd Lakes area with emergencies. The first time…read morewas when my bike rack broke. The second was when I lost the key to my bike lock. The third was a flat tire on my way home to The Cities. They've taken excellent care of me all three times and got me up and going again quickly.

The kids loved it and the adults had fun as well. Go carts, mini golf, bumper cars, batting cages,…read morea basketball trampoline thing, and more. We got a "fun pass" which provided plenty of activities for the whole crew on a cloudy, rainy morning. The go carts were by far the universal favorite ("Awesome! So much fun!" was the 10 year old's review). It was nice that adults could drive their own car, plus kids who met a height requirement, and younger/smaller kids could ride as a passenger, so everyone was happy. The bumper car arena is incredibly small. It was included in our pass so we gave it a whirl, but I wouldn't pay money for this individually. The mini golf was engaging enough to pass time and wait for the clouds to clear to get back on the lake, plus everyone could play from the toddler up to the grandparents. Overall, a fun few hours for the whole fam here.

Despite the fact that kountry is misspelled- we decided to take a chance and get a passport to Kart…read moreKountry. I will cover the three main regions of this kountry. Region one: Karts- this is the main region of Kart Kountry and the best by far. Although the strong gasoline smell was a bit worrisome, the karts were so dang fun! Just don't smoke or light fireworks in kart kountry or you will destroy the entire race of kart kountrians. Region 2 - mini-golf. Clearly the most neglected region of kart kountry. Random pars assigned to each hole - one was a par 6 and one was a par 2 and the only difference was the placement of the styrofoam rock in the 60-year old astroturf. Mini-golf region has seen better days. Region 3 - other stuff. Some weird basketball trampoline, an empty pool, a virtual reality pod that may or may not make you throw up, batting cages, and some other jumpy thing. Basically another collection of neglected attractions. Lower your expectations and then lower them one inch more and you will love it here!