Dam Lake

Aitkin County, Minnesota

Dam Lake is in Aitkin, Minnesota, just over 15 miles from the heart of the city. For a big-city trip, Brainerd is under 55 miles away and Duluth is under 85 miles away.

The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is under 50 miles away, and the Duluth International Airport is under 90 miles away. For medical care, the Riverwood Healthcare Center Hospital is under 16 miles away.

A Good Size

Spanning 597 acres and with a max depth of 48 feet, Dam Lake has all the joys of a large lake while maintaining the atmosphere of a small lake.

There is plenty to keep residents busy on the water. Residents can swim or boat around the lake and enjoy the views from the shoreline.

Anglers looking to toss out a line can find various fish, with the major ones being black bullhead, bluegill, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, northern pike, rock bass, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, and pumpkinseed.

Visit Brainerd

Often referred to as "Minnesota’s Playground," Brainerd is a bustling city full of attractions, history, entertainment, delicious dining, and outdoor adventures.

The Paul Bunyan Trail offers plenty of fun in nature. The area has over 120 miles of bike trails, small towns to explore, snowmobiling trails, cross-country skiing trails, geocaching, kayaking, and fishing.

Speaking of Paul Bunyan, don't skip Paul Bunyan Land! This amusement park has 27 rides, attractions, and a pioneer village. The highlight of the park is a 26-foot-tall animated and talking statue of Paul Bunyan that greets guests by name.

Safari North is a wildlife park promoting education and conservation while allowing visitors to get up close and personal with many animals. Guests can also feed a giraffe, ride a camel, mingle with parakeets, dig for dinosaurs, visit play areas, and enjoy a petting zoo.

After a long day of sightseeing, enjoy a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant such as Ernies On Gull, The Classic Grill at Madden's, The Barn, The Local 218, and Christmas Point, Inc.

Relaxing and Fun

Those looking for the perfect balance of excitement and relaxation will love living on Dam Lake.