Lofty Expecta-INNs Guide Book
Sightseeing
Outdoor activities include hiking, mountain biking on provided trails. Also, there are 40 miles of trails for Class 1 & 2 all-terrain vehicles and dirt biking. It has 11 miles of trail for off-road vehicles and 8.6 miles designated for cross-country skiing. There are hundreds of small lakes and pot holes that attract boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming. Birds are waterfowl species are in abundance for onlookers and photographers. Located 11 miles west of Pine River on CR 2.
Foot Hills State Forest
Minnesota 87Outdoor activities include hiking, mountain biking on provided trails. Also, there are 40 miles of trails for Class 1 & 2 all-terrain vehicles and dirt biking. It has 11 miles of trail for off-road vehicles and 8.6 miles designated for cross-country skiing. There are hundreds of small lakes and pot holes that attract boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming. Birds are waterfowl species are in abundance for onlookers and photographers. Located 11 miles west of Pine River on CR 2.
Visitors will explore the parks hundred’s of animal species and continent-inspired exhibits. The zoo has a gift shop and snack shop.
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Safari North Wildlife Park
8493 MN-371Visitors will explore the parks hundred’s of animal species and continent-inspired exhibits. The zoo has a gift shop and snack shop.
BIR is the Upper Midwests largest raceway that features an incredibly diverse motor sports schedule. Annually, in August the BIG event…Lucas Oil HRA Nationals are hosted right here.
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Brainerd International Raceway
5523 Birchdale RdBIR is the Upper Midwests largest raceway that features an incredibly diverse motor sports schedule. Annually, in August the BIG event…Lucas Oil HRA Nationals are hosted right here.
All year round the Arboretum boasts magnificent displays of nature and beauty, offering well manicured trails for hiking, skiing and snowshoeing.
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Northland Arboretum
14250 Conservation DrAll year round the Arboretum boasts magnificent displays of nature and beauty, offering well manicured trails for hiking, skiing and snowshoeing.
The zip line tour provides thrilling outdoor adventure that weaves down and across Mount Ski Gull. It features seven-line course, an Indiana-Jones-style suspension bridge and an optional 50’ free-fall. You will sour through a 2 1/2 hour tour of stunning forest and lake views.
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Brainerd Zip Line Tour
9898 County Rd 77 SWThe zip line tour provides thrilling outdoor adventure that weaves down and across Mount Ski Gull. It features seven-line course, an Indiana-Jones-style suspension bridge and an optional 50’ free-fall. You will sour through a 2 1/2 hour tour of stunning forest and lake views.
A family-friendly miniature golf experience set in the 18th- century world of pirates, cascading waterfalls, sunken ships and more. There are TWO well designed 18 hole mini golf courses built for providing enjoyment for children and adults alike! Billy Bones Raceway, one of the biggest go-kart complexes in the area is right next door.
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Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
17992 MN-371A family-friendly miniature golf experience set in the 18th- century world of pirates, cascading waterfalls, sunken ships and more. There are TWO well designed 18 hole mini golf courses built for providing enjoyment for children and adults alike! Billy Bones Raceway, one of the biggest go-kart complexes in the area is right next door.
They rent out Pontoons, Tritons, Ski Boats, Fishing Boats and Jet Skis that are professionally maintained for your safety and enjoyment. They can deliver for you.
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Boats and Beyond Rentals
4758 Co Rd 77They rent out Pontoons, Tritons, Ski Boats, Fishing Boats and Jet Skis that are professionally maintained for your safety and enjoyment. They can deliver for you.
Located just 2 miles from us, this riding stable has been a favorite activity for our grand children when they come each summer. The horses are beautiful and the trail rides are scenic and enjoyed by people of all ages.
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Pine River Riding Stable
2301 40th Ave SWLocated just 2 miles from us, this riding stable has been a favorite activity for our grand children when they come each summer. The horses are beautiful and the trail rides are scenic and enjoyed by people of all ages.
Deep Portage Learning Center is a great place to relax, canoe or kayak in the lake and thoroughly immerse yourself in nature! There’s an interpretive center and open trails for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Learning Center
2197 Nature Center Dr NWDeep Portage Learning Center is a great place to relax, canoe or kayak in the lake and thoroughly immerse yourself in nature! There’s an interpretive center and open trails for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
The Paul Bunyan State Trail is 115 miles long that starts in Baxter MN and ends in Bemidji MN…the longest of Minnesota’s state trails AND the longest continuously paved rail-trail in the country.
The trail is used for hiking, biking, in-line skating, mountain biking, and snowmobiling. You can access the trail in Pine River near HWY 371.
Old Paul Bunyan State Trail
Old Paul Bunyan State TrailThe Paul Bunyan State Trail is 115 miles long that starts in Baxter MN and ends in Bemidji MN…the longest of Minnesota’s state trails AND the longest continuously paved rail-trail in the country.
The trail is used for hiking, biking, in-line skating, mountain biking, and snowmobiling. You can access the trail in Pine River near HWY 371.
Spider Lake Trails travel 29 miles throughout Foot Hills State Forest. This trail is 11 miles from our location.
Spider Lake ATV/ORV/ORM Trails
24th Street SouthwestSpider Lake Trails travel 29 miles throughout Foot Hills State Forest. This trail is 11 miles from our location.
Food scene
The restaurant features a sensational menu of favorites ranging from Hand-cut Walleye Fingers to AvocadoTaco’s and their famous Lobster Bisque. There is an exceptional view from Gull Point on Gull Lake.
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Ernies On Gull
10424 Squaw Point RdThe restaurant features a sensational menu of favorites ranging from Hand-cut Walleye Fingers to AvocadoTaco’s and their famous Lobster Bisque. There is an exceptional view from Gull Point on Gull Lake.
The area’s favorite “North Woods” pizza place located in Nisswa MN.
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Rafferty's Pizza
25457 Main StThe area’s favorite “North Woods” pizza place located in Nisswa MN.
Shiners, in nearby Jenkins, MN has some of the BEST Subs and Soups in our area! Expect a cozy, rustic ambiance with friendly service. Check out their menu online.
Shiners
34174 2nd AvenueShiners, in nearby Jenkins, MN has some of the BEST Subs and Soups in our area! Expect a cozy, rustic ambiance with friendly service. Check out their menu online.
A decent small town bakery that also offers a daily lunch special to our community. Small town friendly and hard working!
The Pine River Bakery
215 Barclay AveA decent small town bakery that also offers a daily lunch special to our community. Small town friendly and hard working!
Bites Bar and Grill is located on the Paul Bunyan Trail south of Pine River, MN. The beautiful log building was constructed in 1997 with locally sourced logs. The home town owners and staff are friendly and dedicated to giving you good food a great experience with them. Enjoy their beautiful, seasonal outdoor seating and game area…it’s “picture perfect” to create a photo memory!
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Bites Grill & Bar
2793 MN-371Bites Bar and Grill is located on the Paul Bunyan Trail south of Pine River, MN. The beautiful log building was constructed in 1997 with locally sourced logs. The home town owners and staff are friendly and dedicated to giving you good food a great experience with them. Enjoy their beautiful, seasonal outdoor seating and game area…it’s “picture perfect” to create a photo memory!
A great place to have some family fun and enjoy their homemade pizza….dine in…or call ahead to carry out!
Community Bowl & Pizzeria
330 Barclay AvenueA great place to have some family fun and enjoy their homemade pizza….dine in…or call ahead to carry out!
What says SUMMERTIME better than treating yourself to your favorite DQ treat…and don’t forget to ask for a pup cup for the pooch!
Dairy Queen
306 Front StWhat says SUMMERTIME better than treating yourself to your favorite DQ treat…and don’t forget to ask for a pup cup for the pooch!
Thai food at it’s best! Definitely worth the scenic drive to the Hackensack area. While in town, visit the very large statue of Lucette, Paul Bunyans wife since 1838!
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Charng Thai Restaurant
106 STATE 371 SThai food at it’s best! Definitely worth the scenic drive to the Hackensack area. While in town, visit the very large statue of Lucette, Paul Bunyans wife since 1838!
City/town information
Voted BEST SMALL TOWN in Minnesota, Nisswa boasts of over 50 retail and restaurant storefronts! Turtle races are held every Wednesday during the summer starting at 1:00 pm. Nisswa has its own History Center and Museum at the Pioneer Village. The town is ALWAYS bustling with activity and people! One of my FAVORITE places to shop and visit.
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Nisswa
Voted BEST SMALL TOWN in Minnesota, Nisswa boasts of over 50 retail and restaurant storefronts! Turtle races are held every Wednesday during the summer starting at 1:00 pm. Nisswa has its own History Center and Museum at the Pioneer Village. The town is ALWAYS bustling with activity and people! One of my FAVORITE places to shop and visit.
The towns water tower is know as Paul Bunyans fishing bobber! There are many shops and restaurants and a golf course to enjoy! Pequot Lakes hosts Stars and Stripes Days July 3-4 and Bean Hole Days July 12-13.
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Pequot Lakes
The towns water tower is know as Paul Bunyans fishing bobber! There are many shops and restaurants and a golf course to enjoy! Pequot Lakes hosts Stars and Stripes Days July 3-4 and Bean Hole Days July 12-13.
Our home town is known and appreciated for hosting The Bluegrass Festival annually in August at the new grounds just north of town. This event draws hundreds of music lovers, banjo pickers and robust singers to our sleepy little town!
Pine River also hosts a farmers market near the train depot along Hwy 371 on Friday's during the summer months.
Be sure to check out the recently completed dam removal project…the rock riffle looks and SOUNDS amazing! The Pine River flows through the city, is a state designated canoe route.
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Pine River
Our home town is known and appreciated for hosting The Bluegrass Festival annually in August at the new grounds just north of town. This event draws hundreds of music lovers, banjo pickers and robust singers to our sleepy little town!
Pine River also hosts a farmers market near the train depot along Hwy 371 on Friday's during the summer months.
Be sure to check out the recently completed dam removal project…the rock riffle looks and SOUNDS amazing! The Pine River flows through the city, is a state designated canoe route.
Local Services
Our locally owned gas station convenience store and BAIT SHOP has a full line of tackle and freshly stocked bait for anglers. Fishing and hunting license can be purchased here as well. Check out their new coffee shop and food section…ATM is available here.
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112 Front StreetOur locally owned gas station convenience store and BAIT SHOP has a full line of tackle and freshly stocked bait for anglers. Fishing and hunting license can be purchased here as well. Check out their new coffee shop and food section…ATM is available here.
Our hometown grocery store offers a full service deli, bakery and fresh meat market. Always a busy place, always friendly smiles on friendly faces…it’s the Pine River way! You can also fill up with gas here before heading out on your adventures of the day.
Pine River Family Market
500 Front StreetOur hometown grocery store offers a full service deli, bakery and fresh meat market. Always a busy place, always friendly smiles on friendly faces…it’s the Pine River way! You can also fill up with gas here before heading out on your adventures of the day.
Our locally owned all purpose store has a vast selection of necessities you may need while you’re in our neighborhood. Most days, you will be greeted by two friendly springer dogs and a very helpful and knowledgeable staff when you walk in the door!
Gardiner's Hardware
203 Barclay AveOur locally owned all purpose store has a vast selection of necessities you may need while you’re in our neighborhood. Most days, you will be greeted by two friendly springer dogs and a very helpful and knowledgeable staff when you walk in the door!
Our locally owned bank has an ATM inside their walk up door in the southeast corner of the building. Inside, you will find one of the finest displays of animal mounts of all sorts of wild animal…large and small…it’s worth the stop!
Pine River State Bank
103 Mill StreetOur locally owned bank has an ATM inside their walk up door in the southeast corner of the building. Inside, you will find one of the finest displays of animal mounts of all sorts of wild animal…large and small…it’s worth the stop!
If you have any minor medical issue or pharmacy need…contact our local branch of the Essentia Health Care System.
Clinic 218-587-4416
Pharmacy 218-587-3222
Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Pine River Clinic
280 Barclay Avenue WestIf you have any minor medical issue or pharmacy need…contact our local branch of the Essentia Health Care System.
Clinic 218-587-4416
Pharmacy 218-587-3222
Backus is the next small town to the north of us. The Cornerstore has a busy cafe, gas station, bait shop and gun shop. Locally owned and well supported by the community.
Corner Store and Restaurant
402 Wren Trail NorthwestBackus is the next small town to the north of us. The Cornerstore has a busy cafe, gas station, bait shop and gun shop. Locally owned and well supported by the community.
Just 6.5 miles to Pine River. The laundromat is to your left (north) just before you cross HWY 371. If you have an “emergency” item to launder, check with us to see if we can use our own machines.
Pine River Laundromat
201 Park Avenue WestJust 6.5 miles to Pine River. The laundromat is to your left (north) just before you cross HWY 371. If you have an “emergency” item to launder, check with us to see if we can use our own machines.