We have been hearing a lot of misinformation going around social media recently. Regarding both the wildfires in the area as well as the campfire ban. So, we wanted to make a post clarifying these things. We are also including a map of area wildfires to help ease your mind as to the location of the wildfires and what impacts they may have on your North Shore vacation. Please Note: The information on this post is current as of August 25, 2021, at 9:00 am. This article and map of area wildfires do not include any additional fires that may [...]

Hello all! It's me again, back with another campfire ban update. The situation on the North Shore is wavering between "Moderate" and "Very High" fire danger. Most of Northern Minnesota is experiencing drought conditions. This has spurred the company to make a very difficult decision. We will be enacting campfire bans whenever there is a fire ban in the area. Please read the following release from Cascade Vacation Rentals regarding campfires and the current campfire ban. Learn what that means for your upcoming visit. September 5th Update As of this morning, the campfire ban on private property has been lifted. [...]

The North Shore is known as a pet-friendly area. With miles of hiking trails loved by people and pooches alike, plus numerous pet-friendly restaurants dotted along the shore, it's a welcoming place for humans and canines alike. However, pets making their first or even their tenth visit to the shore are usually very unfamiliar with their surroundings. Nearby wildlife and other sights and smells may lure them away from their families. Or, startle them and cause them to run off. In the past year, the area has seen numerous reports of lost dogs. Some find their way home or are [...]