The Middle Shore

Lou’s Smoke House
Smoked giant shrimp and Lake Superior trout. 1319 Hwy. 61, 218-834-5254

Judy’s Cafe
Muffins, tasty hash browns, and pork tenderloin done right. 623 7th Ave., 218-834-4802

The Vanilla Bean Bakery & Café
The best homemade baked goods this side of Duluth. 812 7th Ave., 218-834-3714

Sonju Trail/ Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast
The two-mile roundtrip hits Two Harbors’ highlights: the Edna G., Lighthouse Point with its charming B & B, and Burlington Bay. 218-834-4814

Betty’s Pies
Of the more than forty choices, the blueberry-peach crunch is one of our faves. 218-834-3367

GOOSEBERRY FALLS

Northern Rail Traincar Suites
Rail buffs will love the seventeen classy rooms in renovated boxcars. Hwy. 3 at Hwy. 61, 877-834-0955

Rustic Inn Café
The breaded walleye is a delight, the French apple pie with crumb topping sublime. 2773 Hwy. 61, 218-834-2488

Gooseberry Falls State Park
With three sets of raging waterfalls, it ranks high on the wow factor. 218-834-3855

Grand Superior Lodge
Choose its spacious lake homes. Steps from Superior, they can be rented in smaller configurations for just two. Breakfast at Splashing Rock restaurant for French-press coffee and wild rice–blueberry–cranberry pancakes. 2826 Hwy. 61, 218-834-3796

SILVER BAY

Split Rock Lighthouse
Sitting atop a sheer 130-foot cliff since the 1920s, it’s open to visitors. 218-226-6372

Gitchi-Gami State Trail
When completed, it will stretch eighty-six paved miles to the Canadian border. Access the prettiest section (eight miles) at Split Rock Lighthouse or the Beaver River Trailhead (Beaver Bay).

Cove Point Lodge
The guest rooms, coveside cottages, and dining room all offer wild Superior views and a refined Northwoods ambience. 218-226-3221

Lemon Wolf Cafe
A great joint for a beer and hearty fare. 605 Town Rd., 218-226-7225

Lake Superior Sausage Company
Bill Jordan makes more than 100 types of sausage, great for grilling. 218-226-3540

TETTEGOUCHE STATE PARK

AmericInn Lodge & Suites
Whirlpool and fireplace suites, plus an indoor pool and water slide for when the weather’s foul. 150 Mensing Dr., 218-226-4300

Tettegouche State Park
The Big Kahuna: home to Minnesota’s second-highest falls, Palisade Head, and rugged 1.5-mile Shovel Point Trail. 218-226-6365

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center
Take an environmentally focused course or hike the trails. Co. Rd. 6, Little Marais, 218-353-7414

SCHROEDER

George H. Crosby-Manitou State Park
The Manitou River rushes through a deep gorge. Hike the steep trails, and you’ll earn your dinner. 218-226-6365

Satellite’s Country Inn
Stop for heavenly hand-breaded fried herring, homemade bread, and raisin pie. 9436 W. Hwy. 61, Schroeder, 218-663-7574

Temperance River State Park
Boasts the North Shore’s highest point: Carlton Peak, 1,526 feet. 218-663-7476

TOFTE

North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum
Learn about the days when Tofte’s inhabitants lived off the lake. 7136 W. Hwy. 61, 218-663-7804

WatersEdge Trading Company
A nice mix of clothing, gear, and gifts. 7124 W. Hwy. 61, 218-663-7021

Bluefin Bay
Pleasant staff, great views, an array of services. 7198 W. Hwy. 61, 800-258-3346

The Bluefin Grille
Offers delicious fare, with a generous serving of Superior.

Coho Cafe & Bakery
A truly delightful spot. Fruits of the Forest bread pudding won our heart. 218-663-8032

Superior Hiking Trail
Head a few miles up the Sawbill Trail (Co. Rd. 2), then hike the short, scenic, and steep path to Britton Peak.