Clearwater Lake - Brainerd

Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Clearwater Lake is in Bay Lake Township, Minnesota, under 25 miles from Brainerd. For another city trip, St Cloud is under 80 miles away.

The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is under 20 miles away, and the Cuyuna Regional Medical Center - Crosby is under 15 miles away. For international travel, the Duluth International Airport is under 120 miles away.

Residents can shop at Crossroads Center or grab a bite to eat at Bear Pine Bar and Grill.

Life on the Water

Clearwater Lake spans 905 acres with a maximum depth of 54 feet, offering plenty of space for recreation and relaxation.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and enjoying the views. Many homes have docks, but a public access point is on the northern tip of the water.

Anglers can find 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.

A Place to Call Home

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