Claire & Jenner's Guidebook
City/town information
Nestled along the North Shore of Lake Superior, Lutsen has much to offer year-round and is one of the best places to connect with nature.
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Lutsen
Nestled along the North Shore of Lake Superior, Lutsen has much to offer year-round and is one of the best places to connect with nature.
Awarded "America's Coolest Small Town" Grand Marais is a true gem along the North Shore. Just 17 miles north on HWY 61 of our home, located directly on the shore of Lake Superior, Grand Marais is the perfect place to do some shopping or grab a bite to eat.
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Grand Marais
Awarded "America's Coolest Small Town" Grand Marais is a true gem along the North Shore. Just 17 miles north on HWY 61 of our home, located directly on the shore of Lake Superior, Grand Marais is the perfect place to do some shopping or grab a bite to eat.
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Sightseeing
Less than 10 minutes north of Ham's Haus, Cascade River State Park offers spectacular waterfalls in the heart of the North Shore country. Hike up the hills of birch and spruce forests for scenic overlooks of Lake Superior. 18 miles of hiking trails; 17 miles cross-country ski trails, connecting to a network of 196 km of North Shore trails. 2 miles snowmobile trails.
Cascade Falls
Less than 10 minutes north of Ham's Haus, Cascade River State Park offers spectacular waterfalls in the heart of the North Shore country. Hike up the hills of birch and spruce forests for scenic overlooks of Lake Superior. 18 miles of hiking trails; 17 miles cross-country ski trails, connecting to a network of 196 km of North Shore trails. 2 miles snowmobile trails.
A must-do in Lutsen is to ride the Gondola up to the top of the Lutsen mountains! Less than 10 minutes from our home, this unique experience will give you panoramic Lake Superior and mountain views.
Additionally, the Alpine Slide during the summer in the Lutsen Mountains is the perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy.
Summit Express Gondola
445 Ski Hill RdA must-do in Lutsen is to ride the Gondola up to the top of the Lutsen mountains! Less than 10 minutes from our home, this unique experience will give you panoramic Lake Superior and mountain views.
Additionally, the Alpine Slide during the summer in the Lutsen Mountains is the perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy.
One of America's northern-most ski hills, Lutsen Mountains offers panoramic views of Lake Superior and features 95 runs across 4 mountains, with a maximum vertical drop of 825 feet. Less than a 10-minute drive from our home.
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Lutsen Mountains
467 Ski Hill RdOne of America's northern-most ski hills, Lutsen Mountains offers panoramic views of Lake Superior and features 95 runs across 4 mountains, with a maximum vertical drop of 825 feet. Less than a 10-minute drive from our home.
Gunflint Trail
Gunflint Trail2.0-mile out-and-back trail just north of Grand Marais. Considered a moderately challenging route, it takes about an hour to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
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Devil’s Kettle Falls
2.0-mile out-and-back trail just north of Grand Marais. Considered a moderately challenging route, it takes about an hour to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Tettegouche State Park
5702 MN-61Palisade Head
Black Beach
Oberg Mountain Trail Head
Superior Hiking Trail Oberg Mountain LoopI-Split Rock Lighthouse
3713 Split Rock Lighthouse RdGooseberry Falls State Park
3206 MN-61Just a few miles up Caribou Trail (CR-4) you can find the stunning Caribou Lake. There is no public beach, but there is public boat access.
Caribou Lake
Just a few miles up Caribou Trail (CR-4) you can find the stunning Caribou Lake. There is no public beach, but there is public boat access.
Food scene
Lutsen:
- Fika Coffee
- North Shore Winery/Sawtooth Mountain Cider House
- Papa Charlie's Tavern
- The Strand Waterfront Dining
- Moguls Grille & Taproom
- Summit Chalet at Lutsen Mountains
- Cascade Restaurant & Pub
Grand Marais:
- Sven and Ole's
- Voyageur Brewing (our favorite!)
- Hungry Hippie Tacos
- World's Best Donuts
- The Java Moose
- My Sister's Place
- Angry Trout Cafe
- The Fisherman's Daughter
- The Blue Water Cafe
- South of the Boarder Cafe
- Gunflint Tavern
- Birch Terrace Supper Club
-Shook Smoothies
- Sydney's Frozen Custard
- The Lunch Box
- Dairy Queen
- Subway
Tofte:
- Bluefin Grille
- Coho Cafe & Bakery
- Waves of Superior Cafe
Fika Coffee
Minnesota 61We have a reusable growler for you to use at Voyageur Brewing during your stay at Ham's Haus! We just ask that if you use the growler, you clean it out for our next guests.
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Voyageur Brewing Company
233 W Hwy 61We have a reusable growler for you to use at Voyageur Brewing during your stay at Ham's Haus! We just ask that if you use the growler, you clean it out for our next guests.
There are two locations of the Java Moose. The inside cafe is located at 218 MN-61, and the Outside Java (window location right by the water) is located at 10 S 1st Ave W.
Highly recommend the BWCA latte!
The Java Moose - Outside Java
218 S 1st Ave WThere are two locations of the Java Moose. The inside cafe is located at 218 MN-61, and the Outside Java (window location right by the water) is located at 10 S 1st Ave W.
Highly recommend the BWCA latte!
Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill
466 Ski Hill RdLocated in Lutsen Mountains
Cascade Restaurant & Pub
3719 MN-61Hungry Hippie Tacos
15 W Hwy 61Angry Trout Cafe
408 W Hwy 61Dockside Fish Market
418 MN-61North Shore Winery
202 Ski Hill RdBluefin Grille
7192 MN-61World's Best Donuts
10 Wisconsin StBlue Water Cafe
20 West Wisconsin StSHOOK | ADVENTURE FUEL
Fresh smoothies and tasty bowls
Groceries
Gene's Foods
431 Minnesota 61Cook County Whole Foods Co-Op
20 1st StClearview General Store
5323 MN-61Lockport Marketplace & Deli
5364 MN-61Trash Disposal
This is where our trash dropoff is located. You can tell the front desk that you are a guest of Ham's Haus as we have an account that is free for you to use. Please note that they do not recycle here and will not accept cardboard.
ISAK HANSEN HOME AND HARDWARE AND CUSTOM BUILDER
4921 MN-61This is where our trash dropoff is located. You can tell the front desk that you are a guest of Ham's Haus as we have an account that is free for you to use. Please note that they do not recycle here and will not accept cardboard.
Tofte Solid Waste Disposal Site. This is where you can drop your recycling off free of charge when they are open.
SUMMER HOURS (mid-May - mid-Sept):
Tuesdays 9-3
Thursdays 9-3
Saturdays 8-2
WINTER HOURS (mid-Sept - mid-May):
Tuesdays 9-3
Saturdays 8-2
198 Sawbill Trail
198 Sawbill TrailTofte Solid Waste Disposal Site. This is where you can drop your recycling off free of charge when they are open.
SUMMER HOURS (mid-May - mid-Sept):
Tuesdays 9-3
Thursdays 9-3
Saturdays 8-2
WINTER HOURS (mid-Sept - mid-May):
Tuesdays 9-3
Saturdays 8-2
Other activities
Superior National at Lutsen-Golf Course
5731 Minnesota 61Putt n Pets Mini Golf
2014 MN-61Year-round equipment rental from canoes, kayaks, ski equipment (downhill and cross-country), snowboards, paddleboards, bikes, winter fat tire bikes, snowshoes, and more.
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Sawtooth Outfitters
7213 MN-61Year-round equipment rental from canoes, kayaks, ski equipment (downhill and cross-country), snowboards, paddleboards, bikes, winter fat tire bikes, snowshoes, and more.