10 Outdoor Activities in Grand Marais That You Shouldn't Miss

October 12, 2021 Leida Jutras

Grand Marais is a city in Cook County, Minnesota, United States. It is a northern village located on the shores of Lake Superior, and a vibrant, bustling town. The population was 1,351 at the 2010 census. It is also the county seat and sole municipality of Cook County. Prior to inhabitation by white settlers and prior to Minnesota’s statehood, Grand Marais was inhabited by the Anishinaable indigenous people, the thriving woodland people also known as the Ojibwe. The Ojibwe name for the area is Gichi-biitoobiig, which means "great duplicate water," "parallel body of water" or "double body of water" (like a bayou), a reference to the two bays which form the large harbor off Lake Superior.
Restaurants in Grand Marais

1. Voyageur Canoe Outfitters

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Voyageur Canoe Outfitters

Voyageur Canoe Outfitters is a Boundary Waters Canoe Area Trip outfitter with lodging at the end of Minnesota's Gunflint Trail. We offer canoe camping trips into the BWCA and Quetico Park in Canada. Experience wilderness lakes, excellent fishing for lake trout, walleye, smallmouth bass and northern pike. There are awesome opportunities to see timber wolves, moose, deer, beavers, loons and more. Voyageur is located 56 miles from Grand Marais, Minnesota on Saganaga Lake. We offer tow boat transportation, boat and motor rentals, cabins and more all in a wilderness setting. Where the Trail Ends Your Voyage Begins.

2. Joe's Inland Fishing

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Joe's Inland Fishing

a guided fishing trip in our Classic 165 Alumacraft. Equipped with a 50HP 4-stroke and up-to-date electronics. We also supply rods & reels, bait, tackle and life vests. Catch and Release or take them home. We clean and package your catch upon request. If you don't want to touch your bait or fish I'll do that for you. Joe's Inland Fishing service is located just 5 minutes from Grand Marais, a

3. Fly Box & Company

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Fly Box & Company

Fly fishing, outdoor recreation, gifts and apparel in Grand Marais, Minnesota. We'll help make your next North Shore adventure unforgettable.

4. Gunflint Lodge

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Gunflint Lodge

The Towering Pines Canopy Tour at Gunflint Lodge, located 43 miles up the Gunflint Trail, is one of the most fun things to do in Minnesota! Our Towering Pines Canopy Tour is a first for Minnesota. The tour features eight zip lines spanning the boreal forest canopy. Spend a little over two hours gliding high amidst old-growth white pines and spectacular wilderness vistas.

5. Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

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Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply is where your Grand Marais outdoor adventures begin! Our retail store has high quality gear and clothing, hand-picked by our staff. If you're itching to get outside, ask about our guided tours, including fishing, kayaking, rock climbing, paddle boarding, canoeing and hiking. In winter we have ice climbing, snow shoeing, cross-country skiing and ice fishing. Or you can rent the equipment you need to create your own adventure. If you are new to the area, make us your first stop to get the local secrets for an exciting and fun visit to Grand Marais.

6. Hungry Jack Outfitters

318 S Hungry Jack Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604-2013 +1 800-648-2922 [email protected] http://www.hjo.com/rates/#partial
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Hungry Jack Outfitters

7. Seagull Canoe Outfitters

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Seagull Canoe Outfitters

Seagull Canoe Outfitters is located on Seagull Lake in the very NE corner of MN. We have access to Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area and Canada's Quetico Park from our location on the end of the Gunflint Trail. Both areas are protected wilderness areas with hundreds of lakes interconnected by trails called portages. The fishing is incredible for walleye, smallmouth bass, lake trout and northern pike. You sleep in a tent under a starry night sky. You travel by canoe from lake to lake. Loons and moose are frequent sightings. Please visit our website.

8. Artists Point

Grand Marais, MN
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Artists Point

Reviewed By karensSouthernIN - New Albany, United States

I thought this was an artsy place to shop until we got there and found out it’s more for climbing, walking, and enjoying the scenery!! We loved it. We climbed all over the rocks & took tons of pix. You could spend a couple of hours climbing or just sitting on a rock and watching the waves rol in. We walked to the lighthouse at the other end too. There’s also a rocky beach to enjoy if you like. There is a good-sized parking lot with free parking and there is no cost to visit this place. Highly recommend it!

9. Honeymoon Bluff

Clearwater Lake Road , near Flour Lake Campground Going off Gunflint Trail for 27 miles, Grand Marais, MN
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Honeymoon Bluff

Reviewed By 92lisab

A bit of a hike, but so worth the steps to reach the summit! You can see a wide vista, birds, bees, wild flowers, lakes, feel the fresh breeze and just simply experience nature in it's finest

10. Border Lakes Tours & Guide Service

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Border Lakes Tours & Guide Service

ADVENTURE AWAITS! Visit the BWCA, hike the Superior and Border Route Hiking Trails! Day tours and multi-day trips for all ages and abilities! Experience the Best of the North Country by Canoe or by Foot Border Lakes Tours and Guide Service offers guided trips into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Superior National Forest, Superior Hiking Trail, State Parks and other natural attractions in the area. We provide the best equipment available. We also provide a a tasty catered lunch for full day tours! Easy? Challenging? You tell us and we'll help select the perfect route. You've heard about the Boundary Waters... and the Superior Hiking Trail. Now is the time for you, your family and friends to experience these beautiful areas - first hand. Spend a day with us and you'll be hooked on the wilderness! We will take you to places where you will definitely want to return. We make it easy, fun and safe!!

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