Perch Lake - Baxter

Baxter, Minnesota

Perch Lake is a 274-acre lake surrounded by well-kept neighborhoods and waterfront properties. This beautiful body of water is located in Baxter, MN, roughly 125 miles north of Minneapolis. Essentia Health-Saint Joseph’s Medical Center is only 10 minutes away giving residents of Perch Lake easy access to care when they need it. This 162-bed hospital features a 24-hour emergency room and highly trained medical staff. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is just 137 miles away, making travel a true convenience for residents of Perch Lake.

Hidden Gem

Perch Lake stretches a fairly large 245 acres making it suitable for boating, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and especially fishing. Fishing has become one of the more popular activities on this lake as Perch Lake has consistently produced good numbers of bass and panfish. Although bass and panfish are the most common, anglers can also find black bullhead, brown bullhead, bluegill, northern pike, walleye, and more!

Where to Eat

371 Diner is a local favorite only 2.7 miles away from Perch Lake. This home-style diner offers a family-friendly atmosphere, homemade recipes, and large portions. For a classic Mexican taste, and a cantina-inspired atmosphere, head on down to Pancho & Lefty’s. This popular Mexican restaurant is only 6 minutes from Perch Lake and is known for its delicious entrees and friendly staff.

Attractions

If you’re looking for a day of family fun, stop by 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. Safari North Wildlife Park is located just 6.4 miles away from Perch Lake. 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.

Why Perch Lake?

Perch Lake is an outstanding choice of property for a full-time home, weekend escape, or rental. Located in the Brainerd Lakes Area, the recreational opportunities are endless.