With some great road trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to soak up all that Brainerd, 16 miles away, has to offer. Brainerd International Raceway, Lake Ossawinnamakee and North Central Speedway alone make the drive out worth it. Walker is another popular destination. It’s 40 miles away and offers a range of awesome things to do. Northern Lights Casino, Walker City Park and Tianna Country Club are only the start.