The 4.6-mile-longThree Forks and a Soak hikeoffers a fitting introduction to the region. On the trail, you’ll walk between sheer canyon cliffsides, make two river crossings and end up at Three Forks Hot Springs. At roughly 99 degrees year-round, the pools are heated by geothermal vents ...
Near the end of the Gunflint Trail is Gunflint Lodge, one of the few places “up north” that remains open year-round. Gunflint Lake is one of the Boundary Waters. The other side of the lake from the lodge is Canada. There’s more skiing or snowshoeing to be done there as well....
Popular snowshoeing options include guided tours, lake-to-lake routes, and portage trails through the forest. Tip: The Minnesota portion of the BWCA resides within Cook County and is home to the region’s Nordic-centric resorts, which include Lutsen, Grand Marais and Gunflint. Some resorts, ...