This One Little Minnesota Town Is A Nature Lover’s Dream
With a nickname like Land of 10,000 Lakes, it’s no wonder that Minnesota is an oasis for nature lovers from far and wide. On top of our lakes, we have more than 60 state parks, a stunningly beautiful national park, the Boundary Waters, and more. That doesn’t even cover the many towns that are surrounded by natural beauty. One of our favorites is a North Shore destination that is a nature lover’s dream. Take a look:
Grand Marais, Minnesota is one of the prettiest towns along Minnesota's North Shore. You'll find it 110 miles north of Duluth on Highway 61.
This little town has long been a stopping point for North Shore explorers. Even without the beautiful location on Lake Superior, its charming downtown would still make it worth the stop.
But perhaps the town's greatest treasure is its natural beauty. Panoramic views of Lake Superior are beautiful, especially from popular outlooks such as Artists Point.
And if you'd rather stay in the car, the Gunflint Trail is a beautiful drive — especially in the fall. Many consider it the best place to spot a moose in Minnesota!
All in all, Grand Marais is the perfect place to visit if you're a nature lover in Minnesota. We recommend planning your trip soon for a front-row view of the changing leaves!
Have you been to Grand Marais? What’s your favorite thing to do there? Let us know in the comments below! And if you love Minnesota’s small, nature-filled towns, check out your article about Minnesota’s most naturally beautiful town.
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
