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Paul Bunyan Land

17553 State Highway 18 · Brainerd, MN

Why you should go…

Paul Bunyan Land in Brainerd, Minnesota combines an amusement park, petting barns, and This Old Farm Pioneer Village. Its best-known feature is a 26-foot animated talking lumberjack statue that has greeted visitors by name since 1954. The park runs seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

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