The Nisswa Journal

Your Guide to Nisswa and the Brainerd Lakes

This is where we share everything that makes a stay here worth planning. You’ll find local guides to Gull Lake and the surrounding water, the best things to do in every season, where to eat and shop in downtown Nisswa, golf and trail recommendations, and honest advice for making the most of your trip, from the best time to visit to how to settle in for a longer stay. Whether you’re already booked or still deciding, the journal helps you picture your time here. And when you’re ready, every guide links back to our rooms and suites, so booking direct is only a couple of clicks away.

Things to Do in Nisswa, Minnesota A Local Guide to the Brainerd Lakes
From turtle races to trail miles, here's how to fill a few days in Nisswa — with plenty of.
A Day on Gull Lake Launches, Beaches and Where to Watch the Sunset
Gull Lake is minutes from Nisswa and big enough to spend a whole day on. Here's how to plan.
Where to Eat in Nisswa Coffee, Pizza, Supper Clubs and Lakeside Patios
A practical guide to eating well in Nisswa, from morning coffee to the classic Minnesota supper club dinner..
Winter in Nisswa Ice Fishing, Snowmobile Trails and Slow Mornings
The Brainerd Lakes don't close in winter, they change shape. Here's what a cold-season stay in Nisswa actually looks.
The Best Time to Visit Nisswa A Season by Season Guide
Every season in the Brainerd Lakes has something going for it. Here's an honest look at what you get,.
Why Nearly Every Room at Nisswa Hotel & Suites Has a Kitchenette
A kitchenette sounds like a small thing. On a week-long lake trip with a family, it changes the whole.