Visit Cook Cnty, MN

Please join us for the official Grand Opening of the new Charlie's Alpine Bistro at Lutsen Mountains this Friday, August 15 from 2-4pm. visitcookcounty.com/articles/post/…

Morning Edition is live from @WTIPradio in Grand Marais today! @CathyWurzer will speak with the mayor and Visit Cook County’s exec director, we hear from the state fire marshal about the Lutsen Lodge investigation, we go hunting for agates, and much more! #MPRNews

While much of the state is without snow, Northeastern Minnesota remains snow-covered with a bounty of winter activities to enjoy! #onlyinmn #donorthmn @exploreminnesota visitcookcounty.com/articles/post/…

Saunas are a hot topic this season! Have you tried one yet? To inspire you, check out this article in The New York Times about the benefits of sauna culture and Lake Superior featuring our very own Sisu and Löyly Nordic Sauna. 👏 #donorthmn nytimes.com/2024/12/18/tra…

Just one week away from the 6th annual Dark Sky Festival! You won't want to miss this year's event featuring presentations from NASA, the UMD Planetarium, @striboutdoors & more. Dec. 12-14, 2024. Also, shout out to our sponsor the @startribune! ow.ly/t4gI50Ulhcg

Have you ever found your own Christmas tree in the forest? For as little as $5 you can embark on a memory-filled adventure out into the forest to find the perfect Balsam fir tree. Learn more about what is required and some tips for success on our blog visitcookcounty.com/blog/post/how-…

Support local makers, crafters, and small business this holiday season. With over a dozen events, there are many ways to discover local makers. Check out our round-up of holiday events, we know you'll find an event you'll love! #CraftyNovember visitcookcounty.com/blog/post/holi…

Don't miss out on these two biking events coming to the Gunflint Trail this fall. The The Gunflint Scramble returns Oct. 5, 2024 with registration capped at 100 riders and Bearskin Lodge is bringing a NEW bikepacking experience in September. ow.ly/WHov50T8R8l

Big news for Grand Marais! A new Adaptive Kayak Launch has been installed in the Grand Marais Campground. There are only 4 of this type of dock in the state of Minnesota and only one on the North Shore! #onlyinmn #donorthmn @exploreminn visitcookcounty.com/articles/post/…

🎉 We are proud to be #1 in taxable retail sales per capita in Minnesota! When you shop in Cook County, you're not just finding unique treasures, you're also supporting our community. #NTTW24 #onlyinmn #donorthmn ow.ly/7ybm50RT5aF

Did you know that 90% of sales in Cook County, MN come from visitors like you? That's a huge economic impact, supporting our local businesses is keeping our community thriving! Thank you for choosing Cook County, Minnesota! #NTTW24 #donorthmn #onlyinmn ow.ly/aFIH50RNKu6

We hope you'll join us from 3-6pm today as we celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week at the Visit Cook County office. We will have refreshments, our new economic impact report, and more to share with visitors, locals, and business owners. visitcookcounty.com/articles/post/…

Did you know that visitor spending generates $164 million in economic impact annually? That means more support for businesses, more jobs, and more reasons to visit and explore everything Cook County has to offer! #NTTW24 #donorthmn #onlyinmn

🎉Come celebrate with us at the Visit Cook County Open House on May 23rd from 3-6pm! 🎉 We'll be raising a toast to the $220 million economic impact that visitors and locals have brought to our community! ow.ly/rN0650RNJoU

When you visit Cook County, you're not just making memories, you're making an impact! In 2022, visitor spending generated $220 million in economic activity. That's money that goes directly back into our community, supporting jobs and services. Thank you for investing in us!

These are all incredible spots to visit on your next trip up the shore! @exploremn #onlyinmn #donorthmn forbes.com/sites/jaredran…

Join us and embrace the sounds of the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday, May 18th at the Arrowhead Center for Arts in Grand Marais, MN! Get your tickets now! 🤠 visitcookcounty.com/event/grand-ma…

Experience the breathtaking beauty of #NorthShore waterfall season in Cook County! From frozen sculptures in early spring to the raging flow of the late spring melt, there is something truly magical about the waterfalls here. #donorthmn #WaterfallSeason visitcookcounty.com/plan/seasons/w…

Discover the vibrant public art scene in Grand Marais, Minnesota! On your next visit, take a tour of the public art around town. Share your experiences with #donorthmn and celebrate the beauty of public art! 🎨🌟 visitcookcounty.com/things-to-do/a…

Join us on Poplar Lake tomorrow for the Poplar Plunge and raise money for the Gunflint Trail Fire Department! Event kicks off at 12pm with two locations to plunge: White Pine Lodge MN and Poplar Haus @gunflinttrail57 visitcookcounty.com/event/poplar-p…