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.
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 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
Coldwell Banker North Shore
Whether you are buying or selling, our experienced agents look forward to helping you find YOUR piece of the North Shore.
Give us a call!
Whether you are buying or selling, our experienced agents look forward to helping you find YOUR piece of the North Shore.
Give us a call!
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101 W. Highway 61, Suite 101, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2131
Cook County Higher Education
Hear stories about local sights & history. Listen to artists describe their processes and works. Call for more information!
Hear stories about local sights & history. Listen to artists describe their processes and works. Call for more information!
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300 W. 3rd St., Grand Marais, MN 55604, highered@northshorecampus.org
218-387-3411
Coho Café & Bakery
Kick back with an espresso or glass of wine in our casual, yet chic north shore bistro. Sample the award-winning pizza, homemade breads, or specialty ...
Kick back with an espresso or glass of wine in our casual, yet chic north shore bistro. Sample the award-winning pizza, homemade breads, or specialty soups and salads.
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W. Hwy. 61 at Sawbill Trail, Tofte, MN 55615, info@bluefinbay.com
218-663-8032
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
Clearview General Store
We have a little bit of everything and if we don’t we know where to find it. Groceries and Household items, Grab & Go ...
We have a little bit of everything and if we don’t we know where to find it. Groceries and Household items, Grab & Go food and beverages, Gas, Bait & Tackle, Hunting and camping supplies.
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5323 W. Hwy. 61, Lutsen, MN 55612
218-663-7478
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
Cross River Lodge
Boat and motor rentals, Pontoon boat rentals, Horseback riding, Fishing guide service and Canoeing and kayaking
Boat and motor rentals, Pontoon boat rentals, Horseback riding, Fishing guide service and 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
Cook County Whole Foods Co-Op
Whether you’re grocery shopping or looking for a quick food stop along the North Shore, you’ll find organic, local and delicious food at ...
Whether you’re grocery shopping or looking for a quick food stop along the North Shore, you’ll find organic, local and delicious food at the Cook County Whole Foods Co-op. Open Sundays.
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20 E. 1st St., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2503
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
Cook County Airport & Seaplane Base – Grand Marais
Located 7 miles from Grand Marais, it is a full service, public use airport and seaplane base for the convenience, benefit and safety of general aviation ...
Located 7 miles from Grand Marais, it is a full service, public use airport and seaplane base for the convenience, benefit and safety of general aviation for Cook County, MN.
Facilities and Service:
5000' X 1 00' paved runway
Instrument approaches
Seaplane Base
1 OOLL and Jet-A fuel
FBO full service- engine and airframe- Roy Aero Service
Hangars for long term rent
Tie Downs and overnight hangar
Arrival/Departure building with flight planning, conference room and limited crew rest and shower
Aircraft rental, Scenic Rides- Sawtooth Aviation, LLC
Flight Instruction
Hours Attended:
Monday-Saturday 08:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Airport Communications:
CTAFIUNICOM 122.8; WXIAWOS 119.925 (218-387-1971);
Flight Service through Princeton Radio 122.3 (Grand Marais RCO)
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123 Airport Rd., Grand Marais, MN 55604 airport@boreal.org
218-387-3024
Cross River Heritage
For the Summer of 2020 the Center will be closed. We will miss you and we hope to welcome you all back in 2021.
The gift shop ...
For the Summer of 2020 the Center will be closed. We will miss you and we hope to welcome you all back in 2021.
The gift shop at the Cross River Heritage Center is one more place to find regional artwork. Beautiful, original, gifts created by regional artists are available for purchase. 3 floors of historical displays, as well as a travel information center and a gift store. Each year a new historical theme is represented with displays on the ground floor and permanent displays taken from the themes of previous years on the lower and upper floors. The building itself has an interesting history, with its distinguishing Tudor-style architecture, was originally built in 1929.
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7932 W. Hwy. 61, Schroeder, MN 55613
218-663-7706
Cook County Community YMCA
Indoor pool with waterslide and zero-depth entry play area. Sauna, Whirlpool, group exercise classes, cardio machines, weights, gymnasium, volleyball, pickleball, tennis and walking track. Drop-in ...
Indoor pool with waterslide and zero-depth entry play area. Sauna, Whirlpool, group exercise classes, cardio machines, weights, gymnasium, volleyball, pickleball, tennis and walking track. Drop-in childcare and daily passes available.
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105 W. 5th St., Grand Marais, MN 55604, info@cookcountyymca.org
218-387-3386
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