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3 05, 2022

Fall River Waterfall
Fall River Waterfall

Fall River Waterfall

Jaye2022-05-03T19:57:43+00:00Activities & Attractions, Grand Marais, Waterfalls|

On the outskirts of Grand Marais, you will find the Fall River Waterfall. This once-hidden waterfall is located just past Highway 61 about 2 and a half miles from Grand Marais. The Fall River Waterfall cascades down 30 feet just a few feet from the river's mouth flowing into Lake Superior. This waterfall is not found in a State Park and, until recently, was a well-kept secret. Previously visited mostly by locals and Lake Superior kayakers who would often camp at the mouth of the Fall River. As of 2021, this section became a little more well-known and less off-the-beaten-path. [...]

22 03, 2022

North Shore Waterfall Season
North Shore Waterfall Season

North Shore Waterfall Season

Jaye2024-03-19T15:42:59+00:00Activities & Attractions, Waterfalls|

The North Shore Waterfall Season is a short but incredible time of the year when the spring snowmelt suddenly brings once-frozen area waterfalls to life. The North Shore often receives over 100 inches of snow in the winter. As this snow melts in the spring, it finds its way into the rivers and streams traveling to Lake Superior. Along the way, the sudden increase in water flow finds its way over the area's waterfalls. And when the water melts away from established streams, it often forms its path to the Big Lake. These seasonal streams flow over the cliffs [...]

2 03, 2022

Sisu + Loyly Nordic Sauna
Sisu + Loyly Nordic Sauna

Sisu + Loyly Nordic Sauna

Jaye2023-09-21T15:50:06+00:00Activities & Attractions, Grand Marais, Local Businesses|

Located on the shores of Lake Superior, near downtown Grand Marais, you will find Sisu + Loyly Nordic Sauna. Opened in 2021, the sauna provides a unique experience complete with breathtaking views of Lake Superior's East Bay. A Sauna Revival Using a sauna for health and wellbeing has been a tradition in Nordic countries for centuries. The tradition came to the US with the many Finnish immigrants who decided to settle in the Duluth area. There was once a time when many traditional community saunas dotted the Duluth hillside as recent immigrants created the traditional sauna experience [...]

8 12, 2021

Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort
Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort

Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort

Jaye2024-02-15T19:27:26+00:00Activities & Attractions, Lutsen|

Perhaps the most popular wintertime activity for North Shore residents and visitors is alpine skiing and snowboarding at Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort. This family-owned and operated resort has been a North Shore staple since 1948! It's a place where locals and visitors test their skiing and snowboarding skills with Lake Superior sweeping along the background. The resort is mid-America's largest and tallest ski destination with runs and activities for all ages and skill levels. Mountain Stats Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort reaches a vertical rise of 1,088 and features 95 runs designed for all skill levels. From the beginner run [...]

15 10, 2021

Duluth Children’s Museum
Duluth Children’s Museum

Duluth Children’s Museum

Martha Finley2021-11-16T02:38:59+00:00Activities & Attractions, Duluth|

The Duluth Children’s Museum was created in 1930 to be a place where children are free to learn and imagine. Their mission is to engage children in hands-on learning through creative play and interactive exhibits. History of the Children's Museum The museum was established by Mabel McKinney Wing in 19030 as a resource for children and teachers during the Great Depression. She wanted children to be able to access educational opportunities beyond the resources of the school. The museum was originally located in a classroom in the Salte school until 1954. In 1954 the Chisholm Family offered their home at [...]

12 10, 2021

Grand Marais Art Colony
Grand Marais Art Colony

Grand Marais Art Colony

Martha Finley2023-02-21T15:54:58+00:00Activities & Attractions, Grand Marais|

What started as an eight-week summer course has now prospered into the longest-lived art colony in Minnesota. Since 1947, the Grand Marais Art Colony has been living up to its motto of “Nurturing Creativity on the North Shore.” Cultivating a relationship between outdoor inspiration and artistic pursuit is their goal. The art colony lets artists, experienced or not, step outside their comfort zone to create art. With its stunning views of Lake Superior and the North Shore, the art colony draws inspiration from the wilderness on the North Shore. The art colony features year-round art classes. These include hands-on [...]

12 10, 2021

North House Folk School
North House Folk School

North House Folk School

Martha Finley2023-02-14T14:34:07+00:00Activities & Attractions, Grand Marais, Local Businesses|

More than 30 years ago, a gentleman named Mark Hansen moved to the North Shore to build birch bark canoes. Once he arrived, a connection was made to the area, magic happened and Hansen stayed to build one of the most vibrant non-profit organizations in Minnesota: North House Folk School. Traditionally speaking, a folk school is a place where people come to learn new skills or expand the knowledge they have on a certain trade or concept. On the local level, North House Folk School brings instructors from around the world to teach traditional northern crafts. Started by Mark [...]

7 10, 2021

Duluth Haunted Ship
Duluth Haunted Ship

Duluth Haunted Ship

Jaye2024-03-21T15:29:28+00:00Activities & Attractions, Duluth, Spooky Places on the North Shore|

It's baaaack! Duluth's favorite haunted Spooky Season attraction is back! What does a city do when its historic Iron Ore floating museum is reportedly haunted? Decorate it, throw in some actors, and welcome hundred of visitors on board each night for a true scare. The William A Irvin floating museum usually acts as a look into the rich iron ore mining history along the North Shore. But, each October, it transforms into the Duluth Haunted Ship. History of the Haunted Ship The Haunting of the William A Irvin was an area hit since 1992. It started as a marketing [...]

2 09, 2021

Fall Colors on the North Shore
Fall Colors on the North Shore

Fall Colors on the North Shore

Jaye2024-03-21T18:04:20+00:00Activities & Attractions, Nature|

Once September rolls around the questions about Fall Colors on the North Shore begin. When will they start? Why do leaves change colors? Have they started? When will they hit their peak? Where is the best place to go to see them? So in this post, we will be answering those very questions, and more! Fall Colors on the North Shore: When Will They Start? Fall Colors on either side of Temperance Road near Tofte Answering this question is usually one big guess, with some basic knowledge and science to back up our response. It's vague, but [...]

1 07, 2021

Geocaching on the North Shore
Geocaching on the North Shore

Geocaching on the North Shore

Jaye2021-07-07T20:41:36+00:00Activities & Attractions|

A couple placed this geocache after getting engaged at the Grand Marais Lighthouse Two loons spotted while geocaching at the GM Rec Park Recently, we added "Go Geocaching" to our list of Free Things to do on the North Shore. This family-friendly activity came highly recommended by many but was something we hadn't actually tried ourselves. So, this week, we decided to go Geocaching! This is our experience Geocaching on the North Shore. What Is Geocaching Explore Minnesota describes it as "a global scavenger hunt in the modern era". To start your journey, download the official [...]

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