Serpent Lake - Deerwood Twp

Located in Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Serpent Lake is a 1,103-acre lake located in Crosby and Deerwood, Minnesota. Minneapolis is 122 miles south, Fargo is 156 miles northwest, and Duluth is 96 miles east.

The closest location for emergency care is the Cuyuna Regional Medical Center - Crosby, less than five miles away from the lake. The Duluth International Airport is 100 miles northeast.

Fun on Serpent Lake

Given its large size and community, Serpent Lake is the perfect place for those seeking the quintessential lake life. Launch your boat on your private dock or at one of the two public ones. Enjoy activities like waterskiing, tubing, swimming, kayaking, or fishing.

Anglers can expect to catch black, brown, and yellow, bullhead, bluegill, largemouth, smallmouth, rock bass, northern pike, walleye, and much more.

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.

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway in the city while still offering beautiful, natural scenery.

For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular ones and features a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state.

Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way.

When visitors head back to the city and are looking for a place to eat, there's something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

A Great Place To Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a vacation home, or a full-time retirement residence, Serpent Lake is a perfect choice for a peaceful and quiet lifestyle.