Cook County offers a wide variety of options for quick, 30 minute climbs. 30 minutes meaning 15 minutes up, 5 minutes to enjoy the view and 10 minutes down. These hikes are perfect for in between meals, on your way to another destination, or just to get your exercise in for the day. Britton Peak -…
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If you've ever looked up on a clear, moonless night far from city lights, you know the awe-inspiring power of a star-filled sky. For those who find wonder in the twinkle of distant stars and the shimmer of the Milky Way, planning a trip specifically around stargazing can be an extraordinary…
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Beware the Gales of November Fall is a tumultuous time of year along Minnesota’s North Shore. We’re battered by huge, icy swells that pommel our shoreline. Every day is a gamble. Will the Gales of November make it impossible to take to the water? Or will the lake be still as a sheet of glass? Every…
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Fall is one of the most captivating seasons on the North Shore and Gunflint Trail. Our deep green forests transform into brilliant fields of red, orange and yellow over the course of a few short weeks. Whether your fall color viewing plan is to go for a hike, bike or a scenic fall color drive -…
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Blueberries are the forest fruit that people associate most with canoe country. They’re plentiful throughout the region and a favorite among locals. That’s why you’ll find people foraging during the summer months as well as blueberries and blueberry flavored items on menus across the county. For…
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Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, offers visitors an experience that goes far beyond its breathtaking views. Here in Cook County, Minnesota, we’re lucky to live alongside this incredible body of water, which captivates all five senses. Whether you’re visiting for the first…
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Fishing on the North Shore Cook County, Minnesota, offers some of the state's most diverse options of angling opportunities, with numerous inland lakes and rivers, as well as the mighty Lake Superior and its tributaries. Whether your passion lies in tempting walleye from a serene inland lake…
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The pristine waters. The dramatic, glacially-carved landscape. The seemingly unending wilderness. A trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is a chance to set technology aside and spend days on end out in the elements. Maybe you’ve been wanting to take your family camping in the…
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If you've never experienced the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon before, let us give you a few good reasons why you should venture up to Cook County, MN for the event! This year's event starts March 2nd in Two Harbors and finishes in Grand Portage March 4th. Find more details here. How the marathon…
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Have you ever harvested your own Christmas tree from the forest? If you are someone who likes to choose your own adventure and drink hot chocolate from a thermos while wearing a festive flannel - Christmas tree hunting is for you! For as little as $5 you can embark on a memory-filled adventure out…
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