Lake Placid - May Twp

Morrison County, Minnesota

Lake Placid is in May Township, Minnesota, under 25 miles from Brainerd.

The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is 21 miles away, and the Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Center is 16 miles away. There are two international airports within 150 miles: Hector International Airport and Duluth International Airport.

Life on the Water

Lake Placid is 537 acres in size, with a maximum depth of 25 feet. The lake contains 10.7 miles of shoreline, offering plenty of space for recreation and relaxation.

The lake is perfect for boating, fishing, swimming, watersports, and even has a beautiful campground. A public access point is on the eastern tip of the water.

Anglers can find black bullhead, bluegill, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, and more.

Visit Brainerd

Often referred to as "Minnesota’s Playground," Brainerd is a bustling city full of attractions, history, entertainment, delicious dining, and outdoor adventures.

The Paul Bunyan Trail offers plenty of fun in nature. The area has over 120 miles of bike trails, small towns to explore, snowmobiling trails, cross-country skiing trails, geocaching, kayaking, and fishing.

Speaking of Paul Bunyan, don't skip Paul Bunyan Land! This amusement park has 27 rides, attractions, and a pioneer village. The highlight of the park is a 26-foot-tall animated and talking statue of Paul Bunyan that greets guests by name.

Safari North is a wildlife park promoting education and conservation while allowing visitors to get up close and personal with many animals. Guests can also feed a giraffe, ride a camel, mingle with parakeets, dig for dinosaurs, visit play areas, and enjoy a petting zoo.

After a long day of sightseeing, enjoy a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant such as Ernies On Gull, The Classic Grill at Madden's, The Barn, The Local 218, and Christmas Point, Inc.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a waterfront property, Lake Placid is an excellent choice.