travel

we really appreciate that everyone is willing to travel from near and far to be with us on our special day.

here is some information on how to get to Brainerd & what to do once you get there

HOTELS

craguns is our preferred hotel which has a block of rooms dedicated for our wedding (don't feel obligated to stay here, but we hope it will definitely make it easier & more fun). we will be providing transportation to and from cragun's on saturday

or

other hotel options

BRAINERD

here is a list of fun activities we love that you can do in northern Minnesota/Brainerd in between wedding events!

  • Craguns (lake, beach, pickleball, golf, etc!).
  • Downtown Nisswa (Chocolate Ox, shopping).
  • Iron Waffle (sweet+savory waffles)
  • Any lakefront bar & restaurant (Ernie's or Quarterdeck).
  • Gravel pit (golf).
  • Pirate's Cove (mini golf).

ROAD TRIP

if you are driving from the Minneapolis area you will be in for about a 2.5 hour drive. Here are some fun stops to make your trip even more fun!

  • Clearwater Travel Plaza (fritter french toast).
  • Val's Burgers (in St. Cloud).
  • Treasure City (in Royalton).
  • Cow Game (our favorite).

FLIGHTS

for those coming from afar, here are the two airports to consider flying into

  • MSP + 2.5hr Drive
  • BRD