Is there anything better than treating the kids to an ice cream cone on a hot summer day in the Brainerd Lakes Area? We can't think of one.
Luckily, we have a lot (19!) of great locally-owned ice cream shops in Brainerd, Ironton, Little Falls, Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, and surrounding areas where we can indulge in a refreshing, sweet treat!
Now for the good stuff. Here are the ice cream shops of the Brainerd Lakes Area listed in alphabetical order by town.
Goody's Gourmet Treats
1531 Northern Pacific Rd
Brainerd, MN 56401
The Ice Cream Shoppe
11266 Pine Beach Peninsula
Brainerd, MN 56401
What we love: Located on site at historic Madden's! Ice cream with a view.
Neighborhood Icecream
(Ice cream truck)
Brainerd, MN 56401
What we love: An ice cream truck making its way through Brainerd neighborhoods. How fun!
Triangle Drive- In Treats
714 Mill Ave
Brainerd, MN 56401
The Vangstad Creamery Cart
(Mobile ice cream cart)
Brained, MN 56401
What we love: A rentable, mobile ice cream cart. Makes for an added touch of fun to any special event.
Victual - Rave Creamworks
124 W Main St
Crosby, MN 56441
What we love: I still think about the peanut butter flavored ice cream I had here a few years back - it was that good!
Lake Country Crafts & Cones
36084 Co Rd 66
Crosslake, MN 56442
What we love: The jellybean at the bottom of the ice cream cone is a special surprise. Plus, this store has a lot of unique vendors to browse.
Sweets & Such
40246 S Bay Dr
Emily, MN 56447
Ice Cream Spot
9563 Madison St
Garrison, MN 56450
High Wheel Confectionery
236 4th St
Ironton, MN 56455
Curb Side Treats
(Ice cream truck)
Little Falls, MN 56345
What we love: An ice cream truck making its rounds throughout Little Falls and surrounding communities. They are also available for private events!
Dairy Treat
12616 MN-27
Little Falls, MN 56345
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Lindy Scoop
114 Broadway
Little Falls, MN 56345
What we love: Reasonably priced ice cream located near the Mississippi River. Grab a cone and walk along the river!
Be sure to check out: Mississippi Mud, Coconut Explosion, and Superman
Olde Tyme Trading Post and Silo Ice Cream Parlor
681 US-10
Motley, MN 56466
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Glen's Ice Cream Parlor
25486 Murray Rd
Nisswa, MN 56468
What we love: Glen's Ice Cream Parlor is located inside Northern Gifts & Sweets right off of the Paul Bunyan Trail. Come for the ice cream, stick around for the shopping!
Be sure to check out: Blueberry Cheesecake, Nisswa Rich and Famous, and Salted Caramel Espresso
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The Chocolate Ox
25452 Main St
Nisswa, MN 56468
The Chocolate Ox at Grand View Lodge
23457 Nokomis Ave
Nisswa, MN 56468
What we love: With two locations to choose from you can either enjoy The Chocolate Ox after a day of playing at the Nisswa City Park or enjoy your ice cream lakeside at GVL.
Be sure to check out: This Just Got Serious, Superman, and Pirates Booty
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The Outpost - by MN Traders Co.
31078 Government Dr
Pequot Lakes, MN 56472
What we love: The Outpost is located right off of the Paul Bunyan Trail and near Trailside Park making it a convenient location to pop into after having some nearby fun.
Be sure to check out: Salted Caramel Espresso, Superman, and Smores
The Shante
649 Pillsbury St N
Pillager, MN 56473
Dipper Ice Cream
832 Superior Ave
Randall, MN 56475
What we love: It's conveniently located.
Be sure to check out: Salted Caramel Cold Brew, Lemon Berry, and Peachy Keen
