Local Services
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.
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Nor’Wester Lodge Gift Shop
Your full service store on the trail. We have clothing, gear, souvenirs, groceries, bait, fuel & licenses. Our watercraft rentals include canoes, paddleboats, a pontoon ...
Your full service store on the trail. We have clothing, gear, souvenirs, groceries, bait, fuel & licenses. Our watercraft rentals include canoes, paddleboats, a pontoon boat and fishing boats with motors. Full service canoe outfitting.
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7778 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604
800-992-4386
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Seagull Canoe Outfitters & Cabins
From our base on Seagull Lake, we are pleased to offer you decades of experience, unparalleled attention to detail, ultra-high quality gear, delicious food, vast ...
From our base on Seagull Lake, we are pleased to offer you decades of experience, unparalleled attention to detail, ultra-high quality gear, delicious food, vast knowledge of the area, and world-class service - turning first-time visitors into repeat customers for more than 40 years!
We accommodate BWCA and Quetico paddlers with various outfitting services including a vast selection of Kevlar canoes, tow boat shuttles on Seagull and Saganaga Lake(s), bunkhouse lodging, and the finest food and camping equipment on the Gunflint Trail.
We also have six fully-furnished lakeside cabins located on Seagull and Saganaga Lake(s) with high speed wireless internet. Guest activities include canoe or kayak rental for a day trip to the beautiful Seagull Lake palisades, boat/motor rental, fishing guides, birdwatching, a visit to the local museum, or an adventure among the plethora of hiking trails in our area.
Join us; the canoe country is waiting for you!
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12208 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-388-2216
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Voyageur Canoe Outfitters
Wilderness seekers look no further, for admittance into all entry points along the Gunflint Trail, outfit with V.C.O. We are conveniently located with ...
Wilderness seekers look no further, for admittance into all entry points along the Gunflint Trail, outfit with V.C.O. We are conveniently located with direct access into the renowned Saganaga Lake and Quetico Provincial Park. We combine extensive knowledge of the routes, fishing excellence, and a personable atmosphere to satisfy your expectations of the ideal wilderness getaway. Life is short. Come paddle with us for a guaranteed memorable, world class experience.
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189 Saganaga Lake Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604
888-226-6348 or 218-388-2224
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Gunflint Adventure Outfitters at Gunflint Lodge
Gunflint Adventure Outfitting is your partner for Fat Biking at Gunflint Lodge+ Read More
Gunflint Adventure Outfitting is your partner for Fat Biking at Gunflint Lodge.
We have all the supplies and expertise you need! Whether your dream is to mountain bike through the woods or out on the frozen lake along the International Border, paddle the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Quetico, zip above the Boreal forest canopy with views overlooking Gunflint Lake and into Canada, or dogsled through the snow behind a team of energetic huskies.
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143 S. Gunflint Lake Rd., Grand Marais, MN 55604
800-328-3325
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Tuscarora Lodge & Canoe Outfitters
As a full service, year-round, resort and outfitter we offer a wide range of equipment, bunkhouses, breakfast, showers, and six lakeside cabins. Tuscarora, Round Lake's ...
As a full service, year-round, resort and outfitter we offer a wide range of equipment, bunkhouses, breakfast, showers, and six lakeside cabins. Tuscarora, Round Lake's only private property, is the perfect place to launch your next vacation whether you prefer deck chairs or canoe seats!
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193 Round Lake Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-388-2221 or 800-544-3843
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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
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Wunderbar Eatery & Glampground
Wunderbar features an expanded menu from our very talented head chef, Jordan Dash. Now serving Friday Fish Fry!
*Peterson Craft Meats Burger - Cheddar cheese, ...
Wunderbar features an expanded menu from our very talented head chef, Jordan Dash. Now serving Friday Fish Fry!
*Peterson Craft Meats Burger - Cheddar cheese, Peterson Craft Meats bacon, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, red onion
*Cry Baby Craig's Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich - Lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayo
*Savory Wunder Puffs - House made, deep fried puffs of pure delight, w/yogurt yum dip
*Basket of House Cut Fries
*Hand Battered Onion Rings - Spicy Wunder Dip
*Cinnamon Sugar Cashews
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1615 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-877-7655
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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 right ...
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 or 800-992-4386
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Gunflint Lodge Therapeutic Massage
Gunflint Lodge offers therapeutic massage. Our masseusse offers four styles of massages: Swedish, Thai, Deep Tissue and Therapeutic. One hour and one and half hour ...
Gunflint Lodge offers therapeutic massage. Our masseusse offers four styles of massages: Swedish, Thai, Deep Tissue and Therapeutic. One hour and one and half hour sessions available. Let us pamper you in so many ways with our Couples Spa Package–with a beautiful lakeside Romantic Cabin with fireplace, king-sized bed, steam shower, couple’s in-room spa, breakfast delivered to your cabin each morning should you desire, all your meals included in Justine’s at the Gunflint Lodge, and appetizers and wine delivered to your cabin in the evening before dinner. Picnic lunches can be packed for you if you want to be out for the day. You’ll also each enjoy one hour massage with our onsite massage therapist.
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143 S. Gunflint Lake Rd., Grand Marais, MN 55604
800-328-3325
Buck’s Hardware
A general mercantile: we have licenses, bait, sporting goods, fuel, pet supplies, household goods, garden, paint and other hardware needs.
A general mercantile: we have licenses, bait, sporting goods, fuel, pet supplies, household goods, garden, paint and other hardware needs.
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Highway 61 and 1st Ave. W.. Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2280
Hungry Jack Outfitters
Hungry Jack Outfitters has gear for your Boundary Water Adventure and Accommodations for a comfortable rest.
Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters provides gear, food, and advice ...
Hungry Jack Outfitters has gear for your Boundary Water Adventure and Accommodations for a comfortable rest.
Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters provides gear, food, and advice for wilderness canoeing, camping, and fishing in northeastern Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Ontario’s Quetico Park.
If camping does not appeal to you but you would still like to enjoy a peaceful northwoods vacation, 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
218-388-2275
Joynes Ben Franklin Department Store
Just what does Ben Franklin Department store sell? Way more than you think! Joynes houses an amazing variety of clothing, footwear, camping supplies, housewares, books ...
Just what does Ben Franklin Department store sell? Way more than you think! Joynes houses an amazing variety of clothing, footwear, camping supplies, housewares, books and souvenirs, hardware, crafts, wild rice, Canadian jams and toffee, backpacks, stationery, knives, watches, health and beauty items, candy, games, toys and that thing you meant to pack but forgot.
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105 W. Wisconsin Ave., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2233