Little Ox Lake

Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Little Ox Lake is in Fifty Lakes, Minnesota, just under 45 miles from Brainerd.

The Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport is under 45 miles away, and the Cuyuna Regional Medical Center - Crosby is 24.5 miles away. For international travel, the Duluth International Airport is under 130 miles away.

Residents can also visit the nearby Nails Shopping Mall and a variety of local restaurants, such as the Bourbon Room.

Small Wonder

Spanning 46 acres and with a max depth of 72 feet, Little Ox Lake is the perfect place to kick back and relax.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and taking in the views. With no public access points, nearby residents can enjoy a private escape.

Anglers can find black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.

Explore Fifty Lakes

Those looking for fun off the water can discover everything Fifty Lakes has to offer.

One popular attraction is the Crosslake Golf Course, where visitors can grab a club and test their skills out on the green.

In Crosslake Historic Village, visitors can tour the village and learn about the local history.

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.

Calm and Quaint

Those looking for a slice of small-town life will love living on Little Ox Lake.