Visit Fort Ripley: 2026 Travel Guide for Fort Ripley, Minnesota

Nisswa Hotel and Suites

24186 North Smiley Rd Nisswa MN

$72 nightly

$77 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

7/10 Good! (192 reviews)

"The highlight of my stay was the hot-tub! It was nice to check into a place without any hassles at checkin. The bed was comfortable."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

777 Grand Avenue Onamia MN

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$89 nightly

$98 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Onamia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

15739 Audubon Way Brainerd MN

$139 nightly

$154 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brainerd. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (938 reviews)

"Water park was done very well with excellent staff. Room was ok, surface clean but needed a good cleaning. Air/heat had terrible smell."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

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Nature Link Resort

24621 S Clark Lake Rd Nisswa MN

Book a stay at this beach cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Clark Lake and Nisswa City Park are located ...

Cabin on Rice Lake access to Mississippi River 1 bedroom/1 bath sleeps 4

Brainerd MN

Stay at this cabin in Brainerd. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Rice Lake and Lum Park are located nearby.

10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)

"Great cozy cabin with great views of the lake. Very short drive to anything around Brainerd. Very nice place"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Lakeside Sand Beach House on 3 Acres of fun Near Nisswa and Cross Lake.

Merrifield MN

Book a stay at this beach cabin in Merrifield. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a sauna. Popular attractions Bass Lake and Lake Edward are located ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)

"Our family of 8 adults and 7 grandchildren ages 3-16 had a wonderful time at your VRBO. We loved the coffee bar and spacious front deck facing the lake. The fire pit had ample dry wood which we used one of our nights. The kitchen was well stocked which met our needs of cooking for 15 hungry people. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Ripley?

The best time to visit Fort Ripley is from May through July, when the destination is most popular. For fewer crowds and better value, the quieter months of October through December are a good option, offering a more relaxed experience.

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