SUSTAINABLE

Tourism

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