The Best Hiking in Grand Marais

The town of Grand Marais on the North Shore of Lake Superior is two hours northeast of Duluth and about 4.5 hours from Minneapolis. If you're exploring the Northwoods, stop here for lunch and some exploring on Artists' Point.Located just blocks away from downtown Grand Marais, Artists' Point is p...

Superior Hiking Trail to Devils Track Lookout is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Grand Marais, Minnesota.

George Washington Memorial Pines Hiking Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Grand Marais, Minnesota.

Kadunce River Wayside Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Grand Marais, Minnesota.

Cool off in the summer on Kadunce River Wayside Trail, a hike with small waterfalls that is accessible for the whole family. Follow the trail itself, or navigate down to the riverbed and wade your way upstream!

The Kadunce River provides visitors with several waterfalls and rapids in the summer, and when the river freezes over in the winter, snowshoeing up the canyon becomes a possibility. The Kadunce River is located just north and east of Grand Marais on Highway 61. There is a pull-off parking lot on ...

Superior Hiking Trail: Cascade River Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lutsen, Minnesota.

Halfway between Schroeder and Grand Marais, Cascade is usually little more than a pit stop on a longer trip. Since the main cascades are just a quarter mile from the highway, there is usually little incentive to further explore the 5300 acre park. However, those who take the time to wander around...

Cascade Falls via Superior Hiking Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Grand Marais, Minnesota.

Blueberry Hill Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near East Cook, Minnesota.

Eagle Mountain Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Grand Marais, Minnesota.

This moderate hike takes you to the highest point in Minnesota, at all of 2,301 ft in elevation. The first part of the hike, which runs along Whale Lake, is a gentle upwards climb. You gain most of the hike's elevation in the final push to the top, within the last mile of the hike. Enjoy the view...

For those who enjoy waterfalls, the Devil's Kettle waterfall is a must see. The Devil's Kettle trail will lead you to perhaps one of Minnesota's most unusual waterfalls along the North Shore. This waterfall of the Brule River is unique in that the river splits into two; with one half dropping 5...

From Hwy 61 in Lutsen, you'll turn on Caribou Trail (Hwy 4). You'll drive about 4 miles and turn right for the public boat launch area. There will be a small parking area on your left before the boat launch. This trail is apart of the Superior Hiking Trail. Follow the short little trail up to the...

Caribou Lake to Lutsen Ski Resort is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Lutsen, Minnesota.

Getting to the trailhead:The trailhead for the Honeymoon Bluff trail is just off of Co 66 (Clearwater Rd) which is 30 miles up the Gunflint Trail. From Grand Marais, turn north on the Gunflint Trail (Co Rd 12) and go about 27 miles until you reach Co 66. Turn right and continue for 3.25 miles to ...