Fishing
in Cook County
Planning your wilderness adventure starts here. We’re your source for northern Minnesota tourism information and guidance. We’ve curated this extensive list of dining, local services and shopping opportunities to help our visitors craft the perfect Cook County getaway.
Local businesses are essential to Cook County. They contribute to our culture and delight our visitors with extensive knowledge and expertise to share. If you have any questions along the way, we, and our local business owners, will be more than happy to help.
Browse our local service listing below. You can narrow your search by the communities you plan to visit. Be sure to click the Visit Cook County compass to add ideas to your trip planner. You can find and review your trip planner anytime under Plan – Trip Planner.
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Clearwater Historic Lodge and Canoe Outfitters
The Gunflint Trail's Original Outfitter. Over 100 years of Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) Outfitting. There are many outfitting services in the BWCAW, and hundreds ...
The Gunflint Trail's Original Outfitter. Over 100 years of Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) Outfitting. There are many outfitting services in the BWCAW, and hundreds of routes to choose from. So why choose us? The difference is experience. The time we have spent paddling and camping the wilderness directly translates to helping you and your group put together the best trip possible. Whether it is utilizing our skilled guides to accompany you on your trip or just taking advantage of our equipment, we believe a customized, tailored trip makes all the difference in having a good time in the BWCAW and a great adventure that will be remembered forever.
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774 Clearwater Rd., Grand Marais, MN 55604, infor@clearwaterhistoriclodge.com
218-388-2254
Hungry Jack Outfitters
Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters provides gear, food, and advice for wilderness canoe trips in northeastern Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Ontario’s ...
Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters provides gear, food, and advice for wilderness canoe trips in northeastern Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Ontario’s Quetico Park. If camping does not appeal to you, we have two housekeeping cabins on the shore of Hungry Jack Lake.
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318 S. Hungry Jack Road, Grand Marais, MN 55604, info@hjo.com
218-388-2275
Bear Track Outfitting & Fishing Charter
In The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW), Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park, & Isle Royale National Park (an island on Lake Superior), and the ...
In The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW), Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park, & Isle Royale National Park (an island on Lake Superior), and the Superior Hiking Trail, and strictly for sea kayaks is the Lake Superior Water Trail. Nobody does it better in Grand Marais, MN! In fact, we are the only full-service outfitter in town! Fully equipped Lake Superior fishing charters available with Captain Dave Williams. Guided BWCAW day trips.
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2011 W. Highway 61, Mailing: P.O. Box 937, Grand Marais, MN 55604
1-800-795-8068
Heston’s Lodge
Family owned and operated since 1943.
Family owned and operated since 1943.
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579 S. Gunflint Lake Rd on the Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604, 218-388-2243
800-338-7230
Nor’wester Lodge and Canoe Outfitters
Nor'wester Lodge & Canoe Outfitters has been one of the most unforgettable Northern Minnesota vacation spots for over 80 years. Located on the historic Gunflint Trail ...
Nor'wester Lodge & Canoe Outfitters has been one of the most unforgettable Northern Minnesota vacation spots for over 80 years. Located on the historic Gunflint Trail right on the shore of Poplar Lake, Nor'Wester Lodge & Canoe Outfitters is surrounded by the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) and Superior National Forest.
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7778 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604 * 218-388-2252
800-992-4386
North Shore Outdoors
Captain Kelly Shepard is a 5th-generation guide to Grand Marais, located on the scenic North Shore of Minnesota. He has been guiding fisherman ...
Captain Kelly Shepard is a 5th-generation guide to Grand Marais, located on the scenic North Shore of Minnesota. He has been guiding fisherman since the mid-1970s. His vast knowledge and experience of Lake Superior and inland lakes will help your outdoor adventure be a memorable and successful one. You'll come as a customer and leave as a friend. To book a fishing trip, call (218) 370-8726 or fill out our convenient online form and we'll call you back.
Choose from the donut run (7:00 am - 12:00 pm) or the summer breeze (2:00 pm - 7:00 pm) on a 22-foot Bayliner Trophy hardtop boat. Call today.
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(218) 370-8726
Bearskin Lodge & Wilderness Outfitters
Sometimes, the best way to reconnect is to disconnect.
How is it that when you set out to leave the world behind, the world is ...
Sometimes, the best way to reconnect is to disconnect.
How is it that when you set out to leave the world behind, the world is exactly what you discover? Lakes, trees, trails, a canoe in the water, and an outfitter to set you up. All right here by your Bearskin Lodge cabin on Minnesota’s famed Gunflint Trail. Nestled in the pristine woods of northeastern Minnesota between Lake Superior and the Boundary Waters Canoe area (BWCA wilderness). As far as you can get from the rest of the world.
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124 E Bearskin Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604
800-338-4170
Gunflint Pines Resort & Campground
Whether you want to stay in a cabin, camp in a tent on the lakeshore, bring your camper or stay in a camping cabin we ...
Whether you want to stay in a cabin, camp in a tent on the lakeshore, bring your camper or stay in a camping cabin we have a spot for you. We welcome families with children and all accommodations are pet friendly! We’re a smaller resort, open year round with Northwoods cabins and cottages. We offer camping cabins and campsites for RV’s or tent camping in the summer.
Come enjoy the spring thaw, fishing the long days of summer, the fall Colors hiking and hunting, or winter’s cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, or snowmobiling. We offer access to a variety of outdoor experiences like hiking, wildlife viewing and photography, berry picking, fishing, canoeing & kayaking and help you feel comfortable trying these things on your own.
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217 South Gunflint Lake Road, Grand Marais, MN 55604, 218-388-4454
800-533-5814
Hungry Jack Lodge Resort & Campground
The staff at Hungry Jack Lodge Resort & Campground is here to help, guide, and assist you in making your vacation whatever you want it ...
The staff at Hungry Jack Lodge Resort & Campground is here to help, guide, and assist you in making your vacation whatever you want it to be. What to do in the northwoods? Fishing, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, cross-country sking, snowshoeing, site-seeing, relaxing, and so much more.
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372 Hungry Jack Road, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-388-2265
Borderland Lodge
Borderland Lodge (fka Cross River Lodge) is a small, family-owned resort located 45 miles up the beautiful Gunflint Trail. Guests staying in our newly renovated cabins ...
Borderland Lodge (fka Cross River Lodge) is a small, family-owned resort located 45 miles up the beautiful Gunflint Trail. Guests staying in our newly renovated cabins and lodge rooms enjoy unfettered views of Gunflint Lake, complimentary hot breakfast, and access to our fleet of boats, pontoons, canoes, and kayaks. Cabins are dog friendly and close to the trails for a quick start to your adventures.
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196 N. Gunflint Lake Rd. Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-388-2233
Loon Lake Lodge
Enjoy one of the few remaining original log constructed resorts on the Gunflint Trail. Wake up to the calls of loons and sunrise outside your ...
Enjoy one of the few remaining original log constructed resorts on the Gunflint Trail. Wake up to the calls of loons and sunrise outside your bedroom window. Spend the day hiking, canoeing, or fishing and return to your log cabin to take a shower, enjoy a meal in our lodge and have a cold beer or glass of wine for the evening. You’ll find that Loon Lake Lodge is the perfect Minnesota getaway from the commotion of life’s hurried style. PET FRIENDLY.
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65 Loon Lake Rd on the Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604, info@visitloonlake.com
218-388-2232
Big Bear Lodge
Big Bear Lodge is a small quiet resort 31 miles up the Gunflint Trail on Poplar lake. We offer lakeside cabins and guest rooms. All cabins ...
Big Bear Lodge is a small quiet resort 31 miles up the Gunflint Trail on Poplar lake. We offer lakeside cabins and guest rooms. All cabins are dog friendly and are completely outfitted for a comfortable stay. Complimentary use of canoe or kayak, and firewood is provided at no charge.
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7969 Northwoods Loop, Grand Marais, MN 55604, info@bigbearlodgemn.com
218-388-0172
Gunflint Lodge & Outfitters
Gunflint Lodge & Outfitters is Your Home in the Northwoods. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, family reunion, or outdoor adventure, you’ll find ...
Gunflint Lodge & Outfitters is Your Home in the Northwoods. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, family reunion, or outdoor adventure, you’ll find it all at Gunflint Lodge & Outfitters.
- Gunflint Northwoods Outfitters canoe trip outfitting packages
- Complimentary watercraft equipment for resort guests
- On property hiking trails and guided Naturalist activities
- Boats and motors, pontoons, fishing guides
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143 S. Gunflint Lake, Grand Marais, MN 55604 info@gunflint.com
800-328-3325
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