Lake Edward - Lake Edward Twp

Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Lake Edward is in Lake Edward Township, Minnesota, under 20 miles from Brainerd.

The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is 15 miles away, and the Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Center is under 20 miles away. For international travel, the Duluth International Airport is under 140 miles away.

Residents can shop at Westgate Mall in the nearby town of Baxter and grab a bite to eat at The Barn Diner, featuring hearty plates of familiar American eats in an old-fashioned setting.

Life on the Water

Lake Edward is 2,574 acres in size with a maximum depth of 75 feet. With almost 11 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of space to enjoy lake fun.

There are plenty of activities to enjoy, ranging from boating and fishing to swimming and watersports. There is also a large, sandy beach, perfect for relaxing and soaking up the sunshine.

Many homes have docks to explore the water, but a public access point is on the southwestern side of the water.

Anglers can find black bullhead, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, 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.

Why Lake Edward?

Lake Edward is a great choice for prospective home buyers looking for lake property. The lake is convenient to everything residents need while still being immersed in nature.