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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Island View Dining & Antler’s Lounge

The Island View Dining Room at Grand Portage Lodge & Casino serves comfort food with a beautiful view of Lake Superior. Open daily, for breakfast, ...

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The Strand Waterfront Dining & Wine Bar at Lutsen Resort

Located in the Lodge at Lutsen Resort, The Strand Waterfront Dining & Wine Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. “Strand” means shore in ...

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Cascade Lodge Restaurant

Mon-Sun: 7:30 am–9 pm Happy Hour: 3–6 pm Daily

We've tailored our menu ...

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Justine’s Dining Room at Gunflint Lodge

    Justine’s at Gunflint Lodge offers authentic lodge dining with fireplace, full-service bar and patio featuring a panoramic view of Gunflint Lake. Serving ...

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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 ...

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Moguls Grille & Tap Room

Slope-side ski-in/ski-out restaurant and tap room. Also accessible by snowmobile and hiking trails. Full menu of American Cuisine. Inside fireplace dining or outdoor patio.

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Papa Charlie’s Tavern at Lutsen Mountains

Enjoy family dining in our mountain view dining room or relax in the expansive bar. In the summer months enjoy outdoor deck dining with spectacular ...

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Wunderbar Eatery & Glampground

Located on the North Shore in Grand Marais, Minnesota, Wunderbar is your destination "family style" roadhouse featuring a full food & drink menu, live music, ...

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Raven Rock Grill at Skyport Lodge

Just eight miles from Grand Marais, the Raven Rock Grill is a special place to meet family and friends. ​+ Read More

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Lake Superior Trading Post

Sure, we may be the second-greatest attraction in this grand little Minnesota town, but if you can pull yourself away from the big water (and ...

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Ancient Traditions Healing Massage Therapy

A peaceful haven on the north shore, we offer healing massage, bodywork and organic body treatments by a professional therapist. Personalized services featuring organic products ...

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