Paul Bunyan Land Theme Park Brainerd, Minnesota

America used to have lots of small amusements parks. Each city would have its own small amusement park. Almost all of these parks are now gone though. Still some remain. One of those small local amusement parks that still remains and is still fun for all is Paul Bunyan Land. Paul Bunyan Land may not be around forever since a hero who cuts down trees may offend some so you better go while you can before it becomes Johnny Appleseed Park.
Paul Bunyan Land is located Brainerd, Minnesota. Paul Bunyan Land is very similar to a small country fair but with permanent rides. The rides are studier and long lasting unlike the rides you see at fairs. While these are clearly permanent rides there are no big budget rides here.
Paul Bunyan Land is cheaper than most theme parks costing only $21.95 for ages 3-64, under 3 are free, and seniors are $18.95. Besides rides there is a entire small old fashioned village with a church, general store, school, and more. You can actually go into the buildings and they are all set up to be period specific. The buildings themselves are mostly authentic older buildings that have been moved to Paul Bunyan Land. During the Holiday season the town is decorated for the Holidays.
As for the rides most are kiddie rides like a merry go round, motorcycles, kiddies canoes, and other rides for kids. There are a few small thrill rides like a small roller coaster. They have bumper cars which are popular. There is a small train that kids and adults can enjoy together. The Tilt-a-Whirl is popular. In all they have around 20 rides.
Besides the rides they have some attractions. You can get an “old time photo" taken. You can also tour a small mine. There are many little attractions here to see.
Overall there are lots of fun things to see and do at Paul Bunyan Land. It is a shame there are not more places like this around the country.

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