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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North Shore Waste
North Shore Waste is Grand Marais' sanitation and garbage collection and drop-off option. We strive to provide exemplary service to our customers while ensuring our ...
North Shore Waste is Grand Marais' sanitation and garbage collection and drop-off option. We strive to provide exemplary service to our customers while ensuring our impact on the environment is minimized through composting, recycling, and eco-friendly practices. Roll-offs available. Electronic, appliance & construction disposal site.
Drop off trash in Lutsen at Isak Hansen's or at North Shore Waste in Grand Marais on Eliasen Mill Rd. Household/RV/Camper trash: $3.50 per kitchen size bag (max. 13 gal.) $7.00 per 30 gal. bag (lg. green or black bags)
North Shore Waste Open 8 am - 4 pm Mon - Fri, 8 am - 12 noon Sat.
Isak Hansen in Lutsen Open: 7:30 am - 5 pm Mon - Fri, 8 am - 4:30 pm Sat. and 9 am - 2 pm Sun.
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72 Eliasen Mill Rd, PO Box 1329, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-1029
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
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
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
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
Sawtooth Aviation
Minnesota North Shore scenic flights. Scenic airplane rides and tours available to fit your schedule. Moose scouting, Gunflint Trail, fall color tours, Lutsen, Grand Marais ...
Minnesota North Shore scenic flights. Scenic airplane rides and tours available to fit your schedule. Moose scouting, Gunflint Trail, fall color tours, Lutsen, Grand Marais and all the sights along the beautiful shore of Lake Superior.
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123 Airport Road, Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-370-0373
North Shore Winery & Sawtooth Mountain Cider House
North Shore Winery and the Sawtooth Mountain Cider House offer red, white and rosé wines, and hard ciders created with a local flair to experience ...
North Shore Winery and the Sawtooth Mountain Cider House offer red, white and rosé wines, and hard ciders created with a local flair to experience a taste of Lutsen!
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202 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen, MN 55612
218-481-9280
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
Poplar River Pub
The Pub has a delicious variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and Chef plates, along with serving Minnesota-made beer and spirtis.
The Pub has a delicious variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and Chef plates, along with serving Minnesota-made beer and spirtis.
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5700 W. Highway 61, Lutsen, MN 55612
888-887-5502
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
Points Unknown: Canoe, Snowshoe, Hiking and Sled Dog Adventures
Points Unknown offers unique, off grid lodging and activity experiences.
Mindful paddling ...
Points Unknown offers unique, off grid lodging and activity experiences.
Mindful paddling and hiking guide services Spring through Fall seasons.
Sled Dog Tours: Fall wheeled and Winter traditional Dog Sledding experiences.
River Canyon Snowshoe Treks to beautiful frozen river canyons and iced waterfalls. Difficult to reach in summer, they become fabulous snowshoe trails in winter!
All of these experiences offer lifestyle immersion programs that are educational in nature with a unique lodging option.
Logo shirts and hats available online and handmade beeswax candles for sale on site.
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linda@points-unknown.com * 82 Irish Creek Road, Hovland, MN 55606
218-370-0283
Sawtooth Mountain Clinic, Inc.
Sawtooth Mountain Clinic, Inc. is a 501©(3) not-for-profit federally funded Community Health Center offering primary, urgent, and emergency health care services Monday-Saturday.
Sawtooth Mountain Clinic, Inc. is a 501©(3) not-for-profit federally funded Community Health Center offering primary, urgent, and emergency health care services Monday-Saturday.
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513 5th Ave. W., Grand Marais, MN 55604
218-387-2330
Rocky Knoll Dog Boarding
You leave 'em, We love 'em! Rocky Knoll Boarding provides a safe, loving climate controlled environment with outdoor runs for your ...
You leave 'em, We love 'em! Rocky Knoll Boarding provides a safe, loving climate controlled environment with outdoor runs for your dog. Owner Josiah Avery is a Certified Pet Care Professional. Rocky Knoll Boarding Facebook Page
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1471 County Road 14, Grand Marais, MN 55604 rockyknollboarding@gmail.com
218-387-3568
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