Minnesota
Nisswa Lake - Nisswa real estate is regarded as a limited inventory market in Minnesota for lake homes and lake lots.
Typically, buyers can find very few Nisswa Lake - Nisswa homes for sale, and very few Nisswa Lake - Nisswa lots and land for sale.
Nisswa Lake - Nisswa has 3 miles of shoreline and is a mid-sized Minnesota lake.
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Nisswa Lake is a 207-acre lake located in the town of Nisswa, Minnesota. It is around two and a half hours north of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Duluth International Airport is a little less than two and a half hours east in Duluth, Minnesota. Essentia Health-St. Joseph's Medical Center is around 30 minutes south in Brainerd, Minnesota.
The name Nisswa comes from the Ojibwe word, nessawae, meaning in the middle. Not only is Nisswa in the middle of Minnesota, but it is also in the middle of the premier north country lakes. The Brainerd Lakes Area offers over 450 lakes for residents to explore, fish, boat, and more! Anglers looking to cast a line on Nisswa Lake should expect to find northern pike, walleye, and bluegill, among 17 other types of fish. Nisswa connects to 6 other nearby lakes via small channels, so boaters and kayakers alike can explore miles of shoreline! Kayakers will be especially interested in the nearby town of Brainerd, as there are multiple launch sites into the Mississippi River.
After a long day of long fun, grab a bite to eat in the town of Nisswa at restaurants like Rafferty’s Pizza, Ganley’s, Main Street Ale House, and Nisswa Mini Donuts. Avid golfers have no reason to worry, as you can get some practice in at the nearby Pines Golf Course at Grand View Lodge. This resort opens its facilities to the public and is a popular nature-centric course to try in the springtime! On the outskirts of Nisswa, there is access to the Paul Bunyan Trail. This Minnesota staple is the longest paved trail in the country at 115 miles. Visitors use it for hiking, biking, in-line skating, and more! The Brainerd International Raceway features a plethora of motorized activities! May through October offers visitors the chance to see drag races, motorcycle races, drive a Porsche, and so much more!
If you’re looking for a lake that perfectly balances indoor and outdoor activities, then you’ve found the perfect match in Nisswa Lake.