Prepaid Credit
Stay May 1–June 18 (2-night minimum), and we’ll slide you a $100 resort credit to play with while you’re here.
Mother's Day
Relax, reconnect, and make memories she’ll cherish all year long.
Sip-Spa-Spring Fashions
Get ready to pamper mom with a fun-filled day of spring fashion, spa goodies, wine tastings, and all things self-care!
Mother's Day Weekend
Celebrate Mom with a relaxing and fun-filled Mother’s Day weekend at Ruttger’s
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Memorial Day Weekend
Kick off summer at Ruttger’s with cookouts, family activities, bingo, bonfires, and lakeside celebrations for all ages.
Beer & Bacon
Three days of craft beer, savory bacon, family-friendly activities, outdoor games, pontoon cruises, and festive fun for all ages.
The Brainerd Ski Loons
Don't miss this incredible water ski show!
4th of July Weekend
Enjoy a weekend of live music, cookouts, games, fireworks and more!
Ruttger's Pools & Hot Tub
HOURS:
Sun-Wed 7am-8pm
Thur-Sat 7am-10pm
Find the Perfect Space for Your Next Vacation
Whether you are planning a romantic getaway, a golfing excursion, or just looking for cabin rentals where the whole family can relax and have a good time, Ruttger’s has it all.
Places to Eat at Ruttger’s
Good food has been an essential part of a Ruttger’s vacation since the resort’s founding more than 120 years ago. No matter what you’re hungry for, our selection of restaurants is sure to please!
The Ultimate Wedding & Group Getaway
Beautiful facilities and legendary guest service will make your event a guaranteed success. Our group vacation packages include everything you need to make your event unforgettable.
Where Every Day
is a Hole-in-One
Own a slice of Jack’s 18—where championship golf, resort luxury, and worry-free ownership converge for a lifestyle as rewarding as a perfect swing.
No matter how you play, it’s still a beautiful game.
Championship golf is a Ruttger’s tradition. Quite simply, it is a must-golf northern Minnesota destination.
Swim Lessons
As a young boy, Bob Trondson learned to swim at Ruttger's. A generation later, he returned to Ruttger's and taught his own kids to swim in the peaceful waters of Bay Lake.
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Our Ruttger's "Cabin"
Meet the Diffley family. A few years back when they were shopping for a cabin in the area, they discovered Ruttger’s. After falling in love with the comfortable, family friendly vibe of the resort, they decided life would be a whole lot less work if Ruttger’s became their cabin. The result is a lot of stress-free family time at Bay Lake.
Ruttger's Celebrity
Meet Frankie. She’s a bit of a celebrity here at Ruttger’s. It might be because of her infectious personality, or her abundant kindness. Or, it might be that she can sing like an angel and can often be found on stage with the band.
A Love Affair with Bay Lake
In 1944, Heather Norton’s grandparents trekked to Ruttger’s from Kansas for summer vacation. It started a love affair with Bay Lake and a relationship with the Ruttger’s family that has stood the test of time. In fact, Heather recently fulfilled her life-long dream of retiring on the shores of Bay Lake.
Unforgettable Family Memories
It’s often the simple things in life that are most important. This video, created by Becca Peterson about her family’s Ruttger’s vacation, reminds us that memories of the times we spend laughing, joking, playing, sharing a meal, relaxing and simply hanging out with family will last a lifetime.
They're Keepers
Over the 50 years they have fished at Ruttger’s, Jerry and Connie Lewandowski have named all their bass hot spots after their fishing buddies. They’ve caught more than their share, but the memories of good days on Bay Lake are the real trophies. "We've traveled all over the world and Ruttger's is one of our favorite places to come home to."
- Connie and Gerry
only a Two-hour drive from the Twin Cities
We welcome you and your family here to share in the warmth of our hearth and hearts because that’s the Ruttger’s way.
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort is located on Bay Lake in Deerwood, MN.
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