WELCOME TO

Lake County

wild. rugged. north.

Infinite adventures from
the North Shore to the Boundary waters

Lake County in Minnesota sits along the Lake Superior North Shore from Knife River to Little Marais. It extends north to the Canadian Border, near Ely, MN, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Lake County boasts four gorgeous state parks, including Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, Gooseberry Falls State Park, Tettegouche State Park, and George Crosby-Manitou State Park. Our state parks offer many miles of scenic hiking trails featuring rivers, waterfalls, and deep forests.

You’ll find breathtaking views of the Lake Superior shoreline, excellent lakeshore resorts, hotels, campgrounds, and endless outdoor adventures! We welcome you to Lake County.

There's snow place like lake county.

When the snow falls, northern Minnesota transforms into a winter wonderland. From snowshoeing or hiking through our scenic state parks, blazing new trails on a sled, or simply soaking in the magical beauty of new-fallen snow, Lake County makes the ultimate winter adventure destination.

Browse our Winter Adventure Guide for winter activity recommendations and tips for a grand up-north getaway.

Bike, Ride, or ski: Just get outside!

Ice Fishing

Snowmobiling

Fat-Biking

snowshoeing & winter hiking

ATV & OHV Riding

Parks & Trails

Curling

Nordic Skiing

Winter Waterfalls

Everyone can do their part to Care for Lake County by following our Leave No Trace principles.

Take the Pledge and receive a free sticker and a mini North Shore hiking guide!

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Featured events

Voyageur Artists Winter Market

Dec 1 23

Voyageur Artists Art Center in Two Harbors

This holiday season, shop for unique gifts or something special for yourself at the Voyageur Artists Winter Market! It's a great way to support local artists and shop for the holidays! The dates and hours will be: Friday, December 1st: 10 am to 6 pm Saturday, December 2nd: 10 am to 6 pm Sunday, December [...]

Naughty but Nice Gin Tasting and Food Pairing

Dec 1 23

The Tipsy Mosquito in Two Harbors

Head to the Tipsy Mosquito for a festive and indulgent evening with two amazing cocktails and food pairings! Tickets are $45 per person and must be ordered ahead of time. This event is on Friday, December 1st, and goes from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Julebyen

Dec 2 23

Knife River Recreation Center in Knife River

Come visit us on December 2nd and 3rd for the annual Julebyen! Julebyen (pronounced YOOL-eh-BE-en) means "Christmas Village". Julebyen is a centuries-old Scandinavian and German tradition celebrated with ethnic foods, crafts, holiday decorations, and music. You'll find local vendors to shop from, train rides, great food, and plenty of activities for the whole family! [...]

Voyageur Artists Winter Market

Dec 1 23

Voyageur Artists Art Center in Two Harbors

Meat Raffle Fridays - American Legion Post 109

Dec 1 23

American Legion Post 109 in Two Harbors

Join us every Friday night for a meat raffle at American Legion Post 109! Click here for more information! Click here for other events in Lake County!

Naughty but Nice Gin Tasting and Food Pairing

Dec 1 23

The Tipsy Mosquito in Two Harbors