Amazing place to say we had such a lovely experience. Food is fantastic, the scenery and staff are…read moresecond to none!

Just Ok but could be so much better. Cabin #4 was our cabin. It was overall ok on the inside…read more Outside though terrible weeds 6' high over grown infront of cabin blocking view of the lake. So avoidable and wouldn't you think the owner would care about the customer experience for $500 a night. We did mention it to the front desk and the response was "we will let grounds know". Had they kept up on simply mowing and weed whipping it would be a non issue. Pretty disappointing for a place with so much respectable history.

Relaxing. Great views. I would stay again. Bring your own pillows. There were not many bugs,…read morebeing June.

We really enjoyed our stay at Bluefin Bay! Waking up to the sunrise over the water was such a…read morehighlight, and the beach was beautiful. The nightly s'mores were a fun touch, and the pool and hot tub were relaxing, with a pretty walkway leading to them. Our room was comfortable, with cozy beds and extra bedding, which we appreciated. We loved that the main lodge had hot coffee and ice water available - as well as games and loves to check out! That said, the exterior is starting to show some age, with weeds throughout the grounds and overgrown bushes making the sidewalks feel crowded. A window on our room was broken and the indoor pool was out of commission. While the activities are a great perk, one was full before I could attend, and the yoga class I signed up for didn't have an instructor show up. Overall though, it was a relaxing and enjoyable stay and I'd happily come back again!

The best resort if you are looking for a quiet, warm, and welcoming home away from home in the…read morebeautiful northwoods! Enjoy the lovely and affordable cabins, some with all modern amenities and some are more rustic. Plenty of activities for everyone--fishing, paddling, hiking, swimming, skiing, snowshoeing... wonderful place to visit for all seasons! Kids-friendly and a strong family feel! The resort owner is the most friendly, helpful, and welcoming person! Come see the sunset and breathe the sweetness of the forest for yourself!

We had an amazing visit in the middle of cold MN winter. But the hospitality and cabin were 100%…read morewarm and cozy. Our cabin was spotless, bedding super comfy, beautiful view, and fully stocked kitchen, bathroom, and lounging areas. The only challenge for us, if at all, was our wimpy vehicle didn't do well on slippery spots. But our hosts were super helpful and totally available. They pulled us out of the snow and even provided taxi service so we could go out for a nice dinner. Sheri & Sandy really know how to make guests feel welcome. Can't wait to go back!

Do not overlook this spot! We stopped in after a long day of hiking and the food blew me away. The…read moreMalts are absolutely incredible. I truly don't think I've ever had a better Oreo malt in my life. We all ordered the portabella mushroom sandwich based on a recommendation from a friend and it didn't disappoint. It was flavorful, filling, and fresh. Everything we ate really hit the spot. We were seated immediately and had very kind and quick service. The interior is relaxed and cozy and perfectly embodies the up north, making it the perfect atmosphere for a laid back meal over some amazing food. I cannot wait to be back next time I'm up this far north!

Was a good time. It is a lot my standing tradition of the people I was with to fall all the time…read more Staff was nice food was good. And the place has so much to look at it can keep you busy. And entertaining

Just got back from another week at the new White Pine Lodge. Chris and Allison are just wrapping…read moreup their second season in running this wonderful place. Andy and Ida were no slouches, at all. Just saying that Chris and Allison are raising the bar. They have brought back the pizza dinners, they have brought back boat tours. All I see is they are improving the property, nicely. From what my brother has said, the camping hill is worth the money. They are both very nice to talk with, Chris tolerated my IT security suggestions, I am still a security nerd. If you haven't booked your time here, know that they are hitting the 12 month reservation wait list. Thank you Chris and Allison, and especially Clarence!

I love this resort. The cabins on the lake are fully decorated with everything to enjoy while…read morestaying there. The lodge is amazing. A huge fireplace of stone is charming and warm. The owners are so polite, welcoming and friendly. There are 3 rooms in the lodge. They have Happy Hour 4-6 daily serving their homemade pizzas for purchase, plus gift shop merchandise. The grounds are well maintained. Many type of water sports equipment for recreation. Open all year with reasonable prices to stay.

We've been coming here for years and have loved the experience each time. Great staff and beautiful…read morearea!

Fantastic hotel with cabins on the Clearwater lake. All…read morecabins have their own dock, which is amazing. They are all fully furnished and full of great kitchenware. Their outfitting possibilities are endless. The staff is absolutely amazing as well. They bake fresh pies, cookies and breads daily (like the founders used to do in the 1920's!). Highly recommend this amazing place for your Northern MN vacation!

I found a 4 day canoe trip including all equipment and good on amazon for $200 per person (not…read moreincluding tax and park fees, which is reasonable). A friend and I decided we would go on the trip and relax from the world (no internet/data near the Canadian border), especially our jobs and just relax. Overall, it was a great experience and we had a great time. I will have to warn you though, it takes a lot of patience and helps us realize that we take a lot of things for granted. For example, washing your dishes after every meal to avoid all the bugs and wild critters that will come sniffing out your food. We heard wolves at night which I thought was cool and I wasn't scared because they were clearly on the other side of the river (which was too damn cold for us to even stand near). The one thing we were surprised to learn about is that most people get their canoe flipped over.. which can be scary because you lose everything and risk hypothermia. We did not have that issue, however, we had major issues with the wind rocking us hard (super scary..) and forcing us back and making us do more work to row our way back up. Mac and cheese was a pain to clean, but everything else was ok. Starting a fire wasn't as easy either, prob wish I brought a gallon of gasoline honestly.. haha.. Basically, it was an amazing experience, I recommend everyone try it (without your kids if you don't have any experience as they will panic and flip the canoe). We enjoyed it so much, we decided that this should be a "once in a lifetime experience" for us.

First off, I have to say that the area and the location are fantastically beautiful. Just…read moregorgeous, and despite some of the problems we experienced with the outfitting company, it was a great trip. But be warned. I'd organized a bachelor party trip comprised of 6 people from all over the country. I'd been in close contact with Bonnie at the lodge and was calling every few days to check up on our progress as the departure date grew nearer. She assisted with route choice, the permitting process, and recommended gear, which we modified to fit our group's needs. It was going pretty smoothly. It did not go so smoothly when we showed up. Despite all the planning and communication, when we showed up they had no idea who we were, what we wanted, or showed any indication that the packlist information had been put anywhere except the trash. When I checked in, the woman who helped us found my name and got us canoes and paddles, then looked clueless when we asked where all the rest of the gear was. She had no record of any of the items we had reserved, nor was she able to locate one. After on-the-spot piecing together what we thought we'd needed after explaining the predicament to her, we loaded the canoes and were about to take off when I decided to double check the gear she'd given us. It turns out she hadn't included the stoves, pots, or cookwear, which was a problem not only because we'd specifically reserved them, but because we were heading into the back country for the next 5 days. When I brought this to her attention, she nonchalantly asked me if I'd like to rent that as well (despite my numerous calls and the conversation we'd had just 10 minutes prior indicating that yes, we would need them). The fact that she had almost sent us into the woods for almost a week with no food didn't seem to phase her. Eventually we got underway and ended up having a fantastic trip, but the lack of organization and follow-through on the outfitter is something that really bothered me. We're not expert canoers, though I am quite comfortable in the outdoors, but there should have been a bit more guidance than that. At the very least they should have had some record of the information we'd been giving back and forth over the last few months. Nice people, great location, terrible logistics.

Beautiful cabins along the Guntflint Trails. It is about 30-45 minutes from the town, which makes…read moreit the perfect escape. We stayed at the Towering Pines cabin and it was clean and comfortable. Even the beds were comfortable, which is one of my top priorities when traveling. Beautiful fireplace and the cabin overlooks Poplar Lake. Couldn't ask for a better spot to rejuvinate and relax. They are dog friendly (big and small dogs!). The staff were very helpful and took the time to explain and provide information. The lodge is closed during the winter months, but told us they could possibly open a cabin if we wanted to stay. Perfect place for snowshoeing and a hiker's dream. There are literally hundred of miles of trails. We saw plently of wild life and enjoyed the fresh air. If I could give them 100 stars, I would.

I really like the Nor'wester Lodge up on the Gunflint Trail, Carl and Luana are really nice. Clean…read morecabins right on the edge of the Poplar lake. It was quiet and relaxing, great place to have a campfire and sit around and joke and laugh. Charlie the black lab was great to play with the tennis ball. My brother brought his Vistabule camper and loved the lake side camping spot they got to stay in.

Our dinner was excellent and the atmosphere and staff were warm and welcoming. We highly recommend…read moreRaven Rock Restaurant and when we return to the area in the future Skyport Lodge seems like a wonderful place to stay.

Great stop off find on our way from our cabin stay to grand marais. It was our first time visiting…read moreand the bartender was also the server for the bar tops. He did a great job on a very busy shift. He handled all our requests and provided good insight on the menu. Food was excellent (both our kids ate their full meal which is a win!) and they had a small but solid beer list. We will definitely be returning next time we are in the area. Highly recommend! *of note, plan for a wait on busier nights. They have a game room and had a bonfire going and poured drinks for us while we waited. Wasn't an issue for us, but the wait was about 40min and climbing.