Outfitters & Guides
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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Boreal Community Media
Visit www.boreal-emergency.org - the leading on-line resource with information for dealing with emergencies at ...
Visit www.boreal-emergency.org - the leading on-line resource with information for dealing with emergencies at home, on the road, on the water and in the wilderness. Boreal.org is your link to the Cook County On-line Community.
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Cascade Building, 21 West 2nd Street, P.O. Box 1269, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-9471
Rockwood Lodge & Outfitters
Rockwood Lodge and Canoe Outfitters is a historic resort on Poplar Lake 31 miles up the Gunflint Trail from Grand Marais with direct entry into the ...
Rockwood Lodge and Canoe Outfitters is a historic resort on Poplar Lake 31 miles up the Gunflint Trail from Grand Marais with direct entry into the BWCAW. We feature eight pet-friendly lakeside cabins and canoe outfitting services including canoe rental, gear rental, complete food, bunkhouse, showerhouse-everything to make your wilderness trip successful.
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50 Rockwood Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604, info@rockwoodbwca.com
218-388-2242
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
Clearwater Historic Lodge and Canoe Outfitters
The Gunflint Trail's Original Outfitter. Over 100 years of BWCA Outfitting. There are many outfitting services in the BWCA, and hundreds of routes to choose from. ...
The Gunflint Trail's Original Outfitter. Over 100 years of BWCA Outfitting. There are many outfitting services in the BWCA, 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 BWCA 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
Voyageur Canoe Outfitters
Wilderness seekers look no further, for admittance into all entry points along the Gunflint Trail, outfit with Voyageur Canoe Outfitters. We are conveniently located with ...
Wilderness seekers look no further, for admittance into all entry points along the Gunflint Trail, outfit with Voyageur Canoe Outfitters. We are conveniently located with direct access into the renowned Saganaga Lake and Quetico Provincial Park. We combine extensive knowledge of the routes and fishing for a guaranteed memorable, world class experience.
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189 Saganaga Lake Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604 vco@voyageurcanoeoutfitters.com
218-388-2224
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
Golden Eagle Lodge & Nordic Ski Center
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This is World-Class cross-country skiing at its best! The nationally renowned Central Gunflint Ski Trail System, owned jointly by Golden Eagle Lodge and Bearskin Lodge, is a well-marked network of more than 70 km of trails that begin curving away into Minnesota’s beautiful Northwoods right from your cabin’s doorstep. Our trail system has been specifically built for the purpose of cross-country skiing and is tracked for both traditional and skate skiers alike. Want to ski after dark? Enjoy the romance of night skiing on Wolf Point, a 1.5 km loop beginning right at the lodge. This loop is lit 7 nights a week starting right after sunset with twinkling electric lights. The Aurora Borealis even kicks in every now and then for a dazzling late-night light show.
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468 Clearwater Road, Grand Marais, MN 55604, 218-388-2203
800-346-2203
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
Points Unknown Mindful Paddling & Guide Services and Dog Sled Adventures
Points Unknown offers unique, off-grid dog sledding experiences and lifestyle immersion programs that are educational in nature with a unique lodging option. Mindful paddling and ...
Points Unknown offers unique, off-grid dog sledding experiences and lifestyle immersion programs that are educational in nature with a unique lodging option. Mindful paddling and hiking guides services Spring through Fall seasons. Handmade beeswax candles too!
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linda@points-unknown.com * 82 Irish Creek Road, Hovland, MN 55606
218-370-0283
Sawtooth Outfitters
Canoes • Kayaks • Bikes • Skis • Guided Tours • Outdoor Gear • Apparel
Our knowledgeable staff can assist with everything you need to make your North Shore adventure a ...
Canoes • Kayaks • Bikes • Skis • Guided Tours • Outdoor Gear • Apparel
Our knowledgeable staff can assist with everything you need to make your North Shore adventure a memorable one!
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7213 W. Highway 61, Tofte, MN 55615, info@sawtoothoutfitters.com
218-663-7643
Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply Co.
We are your Grand Marais outdoor adventure shop.
Visit our store for guided tours, rentals, high quality gear and clothing. Tours and rentals: canoes, sea ...
We are your Grand Marais outdoor adventure shop.
Visit our store for guided tours, rentals, high quality gear and clothing. Tours and rentals: canoes, sea and lake kayaks, paddle boards, summer and winter camping gear, back-country and traditional xc skiing, rock climbing, skijoring gear and snowshoeing.
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22 E. 1st St., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-3136
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
Cook County Tennis Association
Cook County Tennis Association provides recreational tennis play throughout the summer at the five hard surface Cook County Tennis Courts, located in Grand Marais. Charles ...
Cook County Tennis Association provides recreational tennis play throughout the summer at the five hard surface Cook County Tennis Courts, located in Grand Marais. Charles Darley, Director of Tennis Instruction, also provides private instruction and weekly tennis clinics. The CCTA hosts its annual Fisherman's Picnic Tennis Tournament August 3 - 5, 2018.
Visit www.playtenniscookcounty.org for full details.
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105 5th Street West, Grand Marais, MN 55604, information@playtenniscookcounty.org
612-308-0371
Poplar Haus
Nestled in the heart of the Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway lies your launchpad to Northern Minnesota adventure. Located just outside the Boundary Waters Wilderness, we ...
Nestled in the heart of the Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway lies your launchpad to Northern Minnesota adventure. Located just outside the Boundary Waters Wilderness, we invite you to start your getaway with us. Whether you want to spend a day on beautiful Poplar Lake, or you want to take in the sunset from the balcony of one of our cabins after a day of fresh northern air, we look forward to being your host. Pet friendly, bring your boat or canoe or as our guest use our canoes and kayaks.
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7890 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-388-2222
Cook County Snowmobile Club Ridge Riders
Based out of Grand Marais, Minnesota, the Gunflint Trail system has got something for everyone. From Grand Marais to Gunflint Lake, our trail systems cover ...
Based out of Grand Marais, Minnesota, the Gunflint Trail system has got something for everyone. From Grand Marais to Gunflint Lake, our trail systems cover the majority of the region and interconnects with state trails as well as the trail systems from the Tofte/Schroeder/Lutsen area as well as the Grand Portage Reservation covering all of Cook County.
The Cook County Snowmobile Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving and maintaining the Cook County-MN snowmobile trail systems.
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PO Box 665, Grand Marais, MN 55604. cookcountyridgeriders@hotmail.com
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
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, seagull@seagulloutfitters.com
218-388-2216
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
Towering Pines Canopy Tour & Gunflint Riding Stables at Gunflint Lodge
Summer adventures include the Towering Pines Canopy Tour zip line, Gunflint Riding Stables, Boundary Waters canoe outfitting, fishing guides, and boat and motor rental. Upland ...
Summer adventures include the Towering Pines Canopy Tour zip line, Gunflint Riding Stables, Boundary Waters canoe outfitting, fishing guides, and boat and motor rental. Upland game hunts, moose calling, mountain biking and photo wildlife and birding safaris are available in the fall. Winter activities offer snowmobile rentals, fat bikes, ice fishing, and more than 50 km of groomed cross country ski and snowmobile trails. Come find your adventure in the North Woods!
Gunflint Adventure Outfitting is your partner for Fat Biking at Gunflint Lodge.
Whatever your outdoor adventure, we have all the supplies and expertise you need! Come join us 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
Cross River Lodge
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Boat and motor rentals Pontoon boat rentals Horseback riding Fishing guide service Canoeing and kayaking
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196 North Gunflint Lake Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604, info@crossriverlodge.com 218-388-2233
866-203-8991
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
Superior National Golf Course
27-hole public resort golf course. Hugs the Poplar River, nestled between the ...
27-hole public resort golf course. Hugs the Poplar River, nestled between the Sawtooth Mountains and Lake Superior. Unparalleled play and breathtaking views. Now with FootGolf.
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5731 W. Highway 61, Lutsen, MN 55612
218-663-7195
Boundary Country Trekking Wilderness Adventures
For over fifty years, Boundary Country Trekking has specialized in providing the finest adventure vacations northeast Minnesota has to offer. We offer outfitted canoe trips ...
For over fifty years, Boundary Country Trekking has specialized in providing the finest adventure vacations northeast Minnesota has to offer. We offer outfitted canoe trips in the BWCAW, lodge to lodge hiking on the Superior Hiking Trail and mountain biking Inn to Inn. In the winter, go skiing lodge to lodge or stay overnight in a yurt. If you're looking for a quick get-away, we also offer day trips for canoeing, birding, dog sledding or snowshoeing.
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11 Poplar Creek Drive Grand Marais, MN 55604
800-322-8327
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
Fireweed Bike COOP.
Fireweed Bike Coop is a community invested, locally owned, full service bike shop serving Northern MN with high quality cycling, climbing, and running gear.
Fireweed Bike Coop is a community invested, locally owned, full service bike shop serving Northern MN with high quality cycling, climbing, and running gear.
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13 S. Broadway Ave. Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-370-1625
Wilderness Canoe Base
What type of experiences are available at Wilderness Canoe Base? Because of our unique program and location, there are many different ...
What type of experiences are available at Wilderness Canoe Base? Because of our unique program and location, there are many different opportunities to consider. Please call the camp office at (218) 388-2241 or email wcboffice@campwapo.org so that we can help design the perfect Wilderness experience for your group. Customized program options are available based on the goals of your group.
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12477 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-388-2241
Sawbill Canoe Outfitters & Campground
Whether you are a beginner or expert, we can help you have a successful trip in the BWCA. We are conveniently located on Sawbill Lake ...
Whether you are a beginner or expert, we can help you have a successful trip in the BWCA. We are conveniently located on Sawbill Lake enabling us to easily accommodate daytrips or overnight adventures. Our unique general store is stocked full of last minute supplies, unique souvenirs and cold treats.
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4620 Sawbill Trail, Tofte, MN 55615, info@sawbill.com
218-663-7150
Seagull Creek Fishing Camp
Seagull Creek Fishing Camp is a small, quiet resort at the edge of the BWCAW, which is owned and operated by ...
Seagull Creek Fishing Camp is a small, quiet resort at the edge of the BWCAW, which is owned and operated by Mike Berg since 1979.
Seagull Creek Fishing Camp offers top-quality guided day fishing trips for trophy walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and lake trout. With a staff of three professional guides that have over 50 years of experience in the area, you'll have the chance to catch that "once-in-a-lifetime" fish to mount or to photograph and then release.
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12056 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604, 218-388-99296
800-531-5510
Gunflint Hills Golf Course
Gunflint Hills Golf Course is located just over the Sawtooth Mountains, above the ...
Gunflint Hills Golf Course is located just over the Sawtooth Mountains, above the Lake Superior village of Grand Marais, MN. Just minutes from town, the City of Grand Marais owns and operates this 9-hole, 3030 yard municipal gem. Enjoy no pressure golf with roaming wildlife, a casual clubhouse, driving range, cart & club rentals. Open May - October.
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1181 Golf Course Rd., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-9988
Cook County Community Center
Event space, commerical kitchen, Curling Club arena, outdoor ice rink, skateboard park, playground, ball diamond, tennis courts, 4H Log Building. 4th St. Horse & Dog ...
Event space, commerical kitchen, Curling Club arena, outdoor ice rink, skateboard park, playground, ball diamond, tennis courts, 4H Log Building. 4th St. Horse & Dog Park shared outdoor facility.
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317 W. 5th St., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-3015
Way of the Wilderness Canoe Outfitters
Canoeists choose Way of the Wilderness for a variety of reasons:
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Canoeists choose Way of the Wilderness for a variety of reasons:
- Location - With direct access to the paddle only section of Seagull Lake, and Saganaga Lake on the Canadian border our location at the very end of the Gunflint Trail is the perfect starting point for the entire canoe country.
- Experience - We are family owned and operated with over 50 years of wilderness canoeing experience.
- Service - Outfitting is all we do so our canoeing guests have our undivided attention. We offer full service outfitting using the highest quality equipment available.
- Facilities - We offer deluxe, heated bunkhouses with private bathrooms, tow and shuttle service, hot showers, a trading post and our Trails End Cafe offers three meals a day every day.
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12582 Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, MN 55604, Winter Phone: 800-346-6625, wowcanoe@boreal.org
218-388-2212
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
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
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
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