Grand Marais Minnesota Vacations
Many Grand Marais Hotels are Located Right on the Grand Marais Harbor
Grand Marais Minnesota vacations will put you in one of the most popular Minnesota tourism and vacation spots.
Grand Marais Mn is a "far above average" small town. The Grand Marais harbor on Lake Superior is a showcase for Grand Marais hotels, cafes and shops.
Artists began to flock to Grand Marais many years ago and the community is now a destination for travelers who want to enjoy the galleries, workshops and stages here.
Read what other travelers have to say about Grand Marais Minnesota vacations.
We've put Grand Marais on our list of 10 Best Vacation Spots.
Grand Marais Hotels and Lodging
Grand Marais Mn offers a wide variety of hotels, bed and breakfast inns and other and other vacation lodging. A couple of our top recommendations, both with views of the Grand Marais harbor are: Bed and Breakfast Inns in Grand Marais, Mn
A bed & breakfast inn may be the lodging you want for your Grand Marais Minnesota vacations...a destination of choice for many who are on a honeymoon, celebrating and anniversary or enjoying a romantic Minnesota getaway.
MacArthur House B&B is right in town and offers five large bedrooms and one two room whirlpool suite.
Grand Marais Resorts and Lodges
The famed Gunflint Trail extends from Grand Marais "into the wilds". Resorts and lodges along the trail are popular launching areas for Boundary Waters Minnesota vacations or an adventure in Voyageurs National Park. These lodges are also wonderful Minnesota vacation destinations for a family vacation or romantic getaway. Not just summer destinations, the lodges offer perfect fall and winter vacations. You can expect top notch accomodations, fantastic food and everything you need to get out on the lake for fishing or just enjoying the beautiful northern Minnesota scenery. If you've never seen a moose in Minnesota your best chance is in this area.
Here are just three of many lodges located just a few miles from Grand Marais Mn:
- Voyageur Canoe Outfitters: will prepare you for a top notch wilderness experience. They are helpful, competitively priced, and will guide you through everything needed for a successful excursion into the Boundary Waters. Voyageur is also a "5 Star" lodge to select if you want to hike local trails and explore local fishing. Come for fall colors; visit Chik Wauk Museum and Nature Center
- Gunflint Lodge: With spectacular views of Lake Superior, the lodge includes the main lodge and both large and small cabins with wood burning fireplaces for winter vacations. The spacious and clean rooms are a treat! Some amenities include complimentary canoes & kayaks, naturalist programs, horse back riding, fishing trips to Canada, pontoon and fishing boat rentals and guided hikes. Options abound: hike up to the High Cliffs, relax in the jacuzzi and sauna and indulge in the amazing food. Come in winter for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, dog sled rides and the Okontoe Horse drawn sleigh rides.
- Cross River Moosehorn Lodge: Situated on beautiful Gunflint Lake, come to experience the great kayaking, swimming, fishing and guided hikes. Highlights mentioned by those who have reviewed this lodge include the rustic yet comfortable accomodations and breathtaking decor, the spectacular food, incredible service, views of the lake and availability of boats and other amenities.
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Grand Marais Minnesota Vacation Rentals
These Grand Marais Mn Vacation Rentals are privately owned cabins and homes that are offered for rent. We've found that renting one of these is a perfect way to host a family reunion, a church or business retreat, a scrapbooking or craft retreat or any other type of gathering where you need both lots of room and the ability to gather in a relaxed and homey atmoshpere.
Some of these vacation rentals overlook Lake Superior, others are a "cabin in the woods." You can read through detailed descriptions and prices to decided which is right for the Grand Marais area gathering or vacation you are planning.
Grand Marais Mn is located close to the Boundary Waters Minnesota wilderness and many people stay in Grand Marais hotels and schedule day trips and hikes to explore wilderness areas of Minnesota.
Just 14 miles north of Grand Marais is Judge C R Magney State Park
Take a drive to Naniboujou Lodge for lunch or just to see the amazing decor.

What to Do and Explore and Where to Eat ...on a Grand Marais Minnesota Vacation
Things to Do in Grand Marais Mn: Visit the lighthouse on the Grand Marais harbor. Pack a picnic lunch and head to beautiful Artist's Point. Find some solitude with a short hike to Sweetheart's Bluff; this easy half-mile hike starts just behind the west end of the campground.
Grand Marais & Gunflint Trail Visitor Center offers all kinds of maps, brochures and guidebooks for your Grand Marais vacation.
Try the excellent smoked fish and some "Fish and Chips" at the Dockside Fish Market. Stop in for FREE samples at the Gunflint Mercantile Candy and Fudge Shop! The Lake Superior Trading Post overlooks the harbor and offers quality clothing and footwear as well as gifts, books, maps, camping gear, knives, toys, candy, candles, jewelry and much more.
The North House Folk School offers up to 100 different courses on a wide variety of subjects such as spinning wool and sailing.
Sawtooth Mountain Stables will get you out on a scenic, guided trail ride thru the Superior National Forest. Drive a bit north to the Grand Portage National Monument...a free attraction that features a recreated fur trading post and historical artifacts.
Grand Marais Restaurants: ther are many good restaurants and cafes to choose from. Some of our favorites are Angry Trout Cafe for wonderful, locally produced, food and great views of the harbor. We always stop there when in Grand Marais. The Crooked Spoon Cafe is another consistently good eatery. Chez Jude Restaurant and Wine bar is fine dining that is perfect for a special dinner. Our picks for quick treats and kid friendly stops include Sven and Ole's Pizza, My Sister's Place, World's Best Donuts and Sydney's Frozen Custard.
Enjoy your Grand Marais Minnesota vacation!
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