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Hotels in Fort Ripley

You mightn't have a whole lotta choice when it comes to places to stay in Fort Ripley, but you can take your pick of 13 digs within 30 kilometres of its centre.

Hole up in Cragun's Resort & Hotel and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter and you'll be in Fort Ripley in no time. Just remember to get out of your slippers and fluffy gown!

You might like to look into some other hotels, such as the Arrowwood Lodge At Brainerd Lakes or the Comfort Suites Rapid River Lodge. The first is positioned 25 kilometres from the centre, while the latter is 25 kilometres away. Cover your bases by also checking out the Rodeway Inn Baxter, 25 kilometres away.

Attractions and Hotels Near Fort Ripley

Always on the hunt for your next big adventure? You'll be happy to know that the wider Minnesota region has some brilliant things to see and experience as well. The area is known for having amazing forests and lakes. After staring slack-jawed at nature's artworks, visit popular tourist attractions like historic mansions. If the sun is shining (or even if it's not), also get out there and have a whirl at some exciting activities like snowboarding and skiing.

Looking for things to do? Consider spending some time enjoying the Deacon's Lodge Golf Course and the Traditional Golf Course. You'll find them in Breezy Point, 50 kilometres to the north of Fort Ripley. Breezy Point hotels include the Pelican Shores and Point Place. Or, you could consider staying in Sauk Centre, 65 kilometres to the southwest of Fort Ripley, where you can pick from the AmericInn Lodge & Suites Sauk Centre and Americas Best Value Inn. If you stay in Sauk Centre, make sure you visit the Viking Altar Rock and Sauk Lake.

You'll find some awesome activities in Alexandria. The Kensington Runestone, the Douglas County Historical Society and Casey’s Amusement Park are our top picks. This regional hub is positioned 85 kilometres west of Fort Ripley and has a population of 11,000. The Big Ole Viking Statue and the Runestone Museum are a couple more attractions which are sure to offer up some envy-inducing photo ops. The Holiday Inn Alexandria and Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria are some places to stay in Alexandria.

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