LUTSEN MOUNTAINS SUSTAINABLE TOURISM

Experience Our Vacation Mountain

Lutsen Mountains offers the Midwest’s only true mountain ski experience with the vertical and variety to keep you exploring for days. Delivering a big mountain vibe with long runs, high-speed lifts, great snow and a modern resort village, Lutsen is an easy drive from anywhere in the upper Midwest, bringing you a mountain vacation without the hassle and expense of flying across the country. Factor in the spectacular scenery from slopes overlooking Lake Superior and Legendary North authenticity, it’s no wonder Lutsen has been the favorite destination resort for generations of skiers and snowboarders in the Midwest. Whether you’re looking for a family ski holiday, a romantic retreat or a weekend getaway with friends, you’ll discover a true mountain vacation with Midwestern hospitality at Lutsen Mountains.

In the past few years, over $25 million has been invested to enhance the Lutsen experience. New snowmaking and grooming equipment, the eight-passenger Summit Express gondola and the high-speed, six-person Caribou Chair and Raptor Express enhance the mountain experience.

Updated chalets, streetscaping and pedestrian-friendly courtyards are all finishing touches that reflect the experience. Plans of continued expansion and renovation ensure that Lutsen Mountains is staying ahead of the latest in mountain resort trends.

The Lutsen Mountains experience isn’t just about skiing and snowboarding. In fact, the mountain is open yearround with activities for the whole family. The Summit Express gondola is the most popular sightseeing adventure, whisking your group to the top of the mountain and one of the most stunning views on the North Shore. Gather to enjoy lunch with a view or venture over to one of several incredible lookouts. In the summer, the Alpine Slide provides a thrilling ride down the mountain that will put a smile on everyone’s face. And at the base of the mountain, Papa Charlie’s Tavern has become known as one of the best music venues in Minnesota, and the adjacent Legends Restaurant offers casual dining with outstanding views. There’s always an adventure to be had at Lutsen Mountains. Plan yours at Lutsen.com.

Keep Cook County

Wild For Generations

Cook County is so much more than a vast natural wonderland. It’s a collection of communities and people—both residents and visitors—who value the fine balance of wild space and sustainably curated development.

Leave No Trace

As you plan a visit, consider adopting a Leave No Trace mentality that enables you to use wild spaces ethically and sustainably.

By planning ahead to minimize your impact, being respectful of wildlife and other visitors, being responsible and safe with campfires and disposing of waste properly, you’ll be doing your part to protect the environment and preserve the unique beauty and majesty of Cook County.

Travel Sustainably

Cook County covers over 3,000 square miles of pristine wilderness, shoreline and developed communities. It’s safe to assume that all visitors will be driving from place to place while they’re here, but that’s certainly not the only way to travel around our communities. Try exploring our business districts on foot as much as possible.

Cyclists come to enjoy over 2,000 miles of potential rides. From the paved Gitchi-Gami State Trail, endless gravel roads and white-knuckle singletrack, the opportunities are endless.

During winter, snow blankets the entire region, averaging over 120” each year. Cook County is home to over 400 km of incredible cross country ski trails, making experiencing our wilderness an epic adventure.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

You’ll find electric vehicle charging stations throughout the region, and we’re adding more all the time. EV drivers can charge up at the following locations:

LUTSEN, TOFTE + SCHROEDER

• Lutsen Resort

• Lutsen Mountains

• Clearview General Store

• Arrowhead Electric

• Bluefin Bay Family of Resorts

GRAND PORTAGE

• Grand Portage Resort and Casino

GRAND MARAIS

• Grand Marais Recreation Area

• Grand Marais City Hall

GUNFLINT TRAIL

• Bearskin Lodge

• Rockwood Lodge and Outfitters