Peter Breitholtz Peter Breitholtz

Nisswa City Hall and Chamber of Commerce are on Main Street downtown Nisswa Minnesota

The Nisswa City Hall serves as the central administrative hub for the City of Nisswa, Minnesota, housing the administrative offices for various city departments, including the City Administrator, Parks & Recreation, Planning & Zoning, Police, and Public Works. Located at 5442 City Hall Street in downtown Nisswa, the building is the main venue for local governance, including City Council meetings.

While Nisswa is historically significant for its Native American roots, its logging and railroad industries, and its evolution into a popular tourism destination near Gull Lake, the City Hall facility is primarily focused on the current municipal operations and future development of the growing Brainerd Lakes Area community. It plays a crucial role in managing the city's affairs, which includes developing and executing plans to preserve the established aesthetic of downtown Main Street while anticipating the community's future infrastructure needs.

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Peter Breitholtz Peter Breitholtz

10 mile Lake is as big as gull

Ten Mile Lake, located just northwest of Hackensack, is a regional gem and one of the deepest natural lakes entirely within Minnesota's borders, plunging to a maximum depth of 208 feet. Spanning over 5,000 acres, it is famous for its exceptionally clear and clean water, fed by fresh underground springs, which leads to high water clarity. This deep, cold environment makes it an excellent habitat for a diverse fish community, including Walleye, Northern Pike, and unique cold-water species like Lake Whitefish and Cisco. Ten Mile Lake is a highly popular destination for fishing, boating, and enjoying pristine Northwoods scenery, often considered one of the state's most ecologically significant lakes.

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Peter Breitholtz Peter Breitholtz

I’ve got a trip to Hackensack this morning and I’m looking forward to driving North

Hackensack, Minnesota, is a charming Northwoods city renowned as the "Home of Paul Bunyan's Sweetheart, Lucette," whose seventeen-foot-tall statue welcomes visitors on the shore of Birch Lake. Despite its small permanent population, the town is a bustling, four-season vacation destination, famous for being surrounded by over 100 lakes within a ten-mile radius. It serves as a major hub for fishing, boating, and snowmobiling, with the long, paved Paul Bunyan State Trail running directly through its center, making it a gateway to the region's vast outdoor recreation opportunities.

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Peter Breitholtz Peter Breitholtz

Book a ride today!

BLA Rides parked at Whiteline after having decals installed beautifully by Dylan White right on the Brainerd international raceway grounds.

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Peter Breitholtz Peter Breitholtz

This Small Minnesota Town Has The Best Downtown

Stillwater, Minnesota, captures the essence of a truly quaint riverside town nestled in the scenic St. Croix River Valley. Its historic downtown, famously known as the "Birthplace of Minnesota," is a living postcard, featuring a Main Street lined with beautifully preserved Victorian and Italianate-style storefronts. Visitors are charmed by the abundance of mom-and-pop businesses, antique shops, and cozy cafes, which replace the bustle of chain stores with a gentle, old-fashioned Midwestern pace. From scenic trolley tours past grand lumber baron mansions to leisurely strolls along the riverfront, Stillwater invites you to unplug, slow down, and savor the timeless beauty and authentic character of a classic American small town.

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