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Activities at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Year-round Activities

Connect with nature and reconnect with family and friends at Grand View Lodge in the heart of Minnesota's beautiful Northwoods.  Our resort offers a wide range of year-round, seasonal activities for all ages, so you can experience a world of adventure together.  From our NorthPark recreation center to winter sleigh rides and championship golf, we are THE place to stay and play in Minnesota!
Activity Schedule of Year-round Activities
Kid’s Club at Nisswa Minnesota

Kids' Club

No matter the time of the year, our Kid's Club offers children (4-12) fun-filled days, including games, crafts, swimming, adventure and more. Our dedicated staff guide the children as they explore Gull Lake and the great Northwoods. All indoor and outdoor activities are age appropriate and based on the weather. Lunch is served between noon and 1 pm.

Friday-Saturday | 9:00am - 3:00pm | $50/child

To register, call 218-961-2028 or online at the below link.

Must sign up 24 hours in advance. All children must be potty trained. Cancellation Policy: Fully charged for No Show. Half charge for cancellations after 6 pm the night before.

Sign Up of Kids' Club
Golf Simulator at Nisswa Minnesota

Golf Simulator

Our world-class golf simulator, located inside Freddy's Sports Grill, features fun for everyone! Play your favorite courses from around the globe or right here at The Pines and The Preserve. Book a tee time online and stop by to play with your friends, or enjoy league play, offered in six-week sessions with a two-person best ball format.
 
Waterslide at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Northpark

Our recreation facility features a 3,779 sq. ft. indoor pool area with a waterslide, swimming lanes and two hot tubs. Plus, we offer an expansive outdoor pool with a large hot tub area that is open year-round. Inside NorthPark, you can find the Kids' Club, state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga studio and retail shop. The front desk is staffed daily offering personalized assistance with bike rentals, Kids' Club and fitness class sign-ups.
Take a Tour of Northpark
Waterfront Pool at Grand View Lodge Golf and Spa Resort in Nisswa Minnesota

Waterfront Pool

Our aqua facility features a 110-foot indoor water slide, connecting swimming pools, two hot tubs, three fountains and two water guns. Located near the beach and next to Tanque Verde Cantina, your whole family is guaranteed to have fun!
Bingo at Grand View Lodge Golf and Spa Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Bingo

No matter your age, who doesn't love a family friendly game of Bingo? See our activities schedule for dates and times. 
Bonfires at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Bonfires

Relax and enjoy the crackling of a fire at the end of an action-packed day of fun.
Live Music in Nisswa Minnesota

Live Music

Enjoy live music while dining on winter weekends in the Northwoods Pub and in the summer at Tanque Verde Cantina and On the Rocks. Our guests and locals from the Brainerd Lakes Area are always invited to Grand View's beloved 2026 Summer Concert Series. Watch the calendar for dates.
Yoga at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Yoga

Grand View Lodge offers yoga classes weekly. Our instructors flow through a 60-minute series of dynamic movements that increase flexibility, restore balance and strengthen core muscles. This class caters to any ability level.
Fun and Relaxing Game at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Lawn Games

Our beautifully landscaped grounds provide a great space to challenge your family or friends to a leisurely game. From giant checkers and chess to gaga ball and cornhole, have fun in the afternoon sun. Games are available to guests on a first come first serve basis.
Biking at Nisswa Minnesota

Biking

The Paul Bunyan State Trail runs more than 100 miles from the trailhead in Baxter to Bemidji -- the longest paved bike trail in Minnesota. Join us with your own bike or use one of ours while riding to Nisswa and back with family and friends.
Couple playing Tennis at Grand View LodgeNisswa Minnesota

Tennis

Grand View's on-property tennis courts offer a great way to enjoy the outdoors while benefiting from some fun exercise and friendly competition. No need to bring anything. We'll provide tennis rackets and balls.
Garden Park at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Garden Park

Garden Park, on our main property, has been transformed into a hybrid of golf, frisbee golf and foot golf. The 7-hole is a quick par 3 featuring two putting greens. Garden Park intertwines the Garden Cottage units - a beautiful location near North Park, our recreation center. No reservations or tee times are required. Just pick up some frisbee discs and soccer balls at NorthPark.
Sand Volleyball at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort Nisswa Minnesota

Sand Volleyball

Try our sand volleyball court for a little challenge and fitness fun. Bring your own ball or grab one from our Boathouse Office. Rally up a team and compete against other guests or have a little family competition for a bit of entertainment. This is a great way to ‘spike' some excitement into your day!
Nisswa Water and Land Rentals

Water & Land Rentals

Enjoy a relaxing cruise on Gull Lake with family and friends, or rent a golf cart to easily navigate around the resort. It's a vacation that offers the best of both land and water adventures.

Visit Brainerd Lakes Best Rentals to learn how you can maximize your vacation!

Book Now of Water & Land Rentals
Banana Tubing at Nisswa Minnesota

Banana Tubing

Hop on our 10-passenger banana boat and experience the thrill of a lifetime with all your friends and family!
Paddleboarding at Nisswa Minnesota

Paddleboarding

Stand up paddleboarding, or in the Hawaiian language "hoe he'e nalu", has been building in popularity all over the world. Grab a paddleboard from the boathouse and explore the waters of beautiful Gull Lake.
Fishing at Nisswa Minnesota

Fishing

With just about 450 lakes, within a 30-mile radius, this is the heart of angling opportunities. Ice fishing in the winter, guided tours in the summer, and many different fishing tournaments provide year-round fishing experiences.

Boggs Fishing Adventures | 218-820-5612 | www.boggsfishing.com
S&W Bait | 218-829-7010
Walleye Dan | www.walleyedan.com

Downhill Sledding at Grand View Lodge Nisswa Minnesota

Sledding

Grand View Lodge becomes a winter wonderland when the snow falls. Embark on a thrilling sledding adventure right here on the resort property. Grab one of our complimentary sleds and fly down our snow-covered hills!
Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing at Nisswa Minnesota

Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing

Ski, snowshoe and explore over seven kilometers (7,655 yards) of groomed cross-country ski trails through The Pines Golf Course at Grand View Lodge. Snowshoes and cross-country skis are complimentary for our guests. Please note: For optimal guest experiences and to protect the greens, we need 12-18-inches of snow to properly groom our trails.
Horse Drawn Rides at Nisswa Minnesota

Horse-Drawn Rides

A pair of Clydesdales will take you on a ride through the beauty of our property as you listen to the clip-clop of their hooves and the jingle of their harnesses. The ride lasts 10-15 minutes.
Skiing, Snowboarding, Tubing at Nisswa Minnesota

Skiing, Snowboarding, Tubing

Grand View guests get a 15% discount on tubing, skiing, snowboarding and rentals at the nearby Mount Ski Gull. Show your Grand View keycard on site. MUST PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE.
Ice Skating at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa Minnesota

Ice Skating

Our ice rinks offer hours of fun, including figure skating, hockey and broomball. In the evening, enjoy the beautiful white festive lights and twinkling stars. (Please bring your own skates.)
Ice Fishing at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa Minnesota

Ice Fishing

Enjoy Roy Lake's bite during the winter months by renting one of our fish houses (or bring your own). We offer public access to Gull Lake on our Main Property.

  • Houses: Red, Orange, Green, and Blue
  • House: Black
Snowmobiling at Nisswa Minnesota

Snowmobiling

Explore hundreds of miles of Minnesota's rugged snowmobile trails. Bring your own snowmobile or rent one for a half or full day. Gear also is available for rent, including helmets, bibs, jackets, boots and gloves.
Book Now of Snowmobiling
Kayaking at Nisswa Minnesota

Kayaking

Both Gull Lake and Roy Lake beaches have a variety of kayaks available for you to use during your stay. Explore the lake and paddle along for fun under the sun. Enjoy a picturesque sunset in the evening and enjoy the calm waters, or cool off during the afternoon heat. Life vests are recommended and are provided at the Boathouse Office. This activity is included in your stay.