Lake County Travel Guide

Minnesota

A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, dense forest, and a body of water.
A lighthouse on a cliff by a clear blue lake, surrounded by dense forest and a few buildings.
A lighthouse on a cliff surrounded by autumn foliage.
A coastal village with red-roofed houses on a cliff, a lighthouse, and a forested landscape.
A rocky cliff with a stone wall at the edge, dense forest, and a misty lake.

Popular cities in Lake County

A pebble beach leading to calm waters with a small island and forested shoreline.
Two Harbors
Known for Lakes, Waterfalls and Hiking
Experience the lake views, natural setting and museums in Two Harbors!

Reasons to visit

  • Gooseberry Falls State Park
  • Two Harbors Lighthouse
  • Stoney Point
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A sunset over a calm body of water with silhouettes of people on a pier.
Silver Bay
Known for Lakes, Beaches and Dining
Experience relaxing Silver Bay: its lake views, hiking, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Tettegouche State Park
  • Black Beach
  • Lax Lake
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A wooden pier extending into calm water with a forested shoreline in the background.
Ely
Known for Lakes, Wildlife and Nature
Explore Ely: its wildlife, lake views, camping and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Clear Lake
  • The Lodge
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A snow-covered forest with dense evergreen trees.
Finland
Known for Adventure and Natural parks
Love adventure and parks? Get away to Finland!

Reasons to visit

  • George Crosby Manitou State Park
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A calm lake with clear reflections of trees and sky, surrounded by rocky shores and dense forest.
Isabella
Known for Adventure and Natural parks
Experience Isabella: its adventures, parks and more!
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A beach with clear water, surrounded by dense forests and mountains in the background.
Beaver Bay
Known for Lakes, Friendly people and Beaches
Escape to romantic Beaver Bay! Enjoy its lake views, beaches and hiking.
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Stay near popular Lake County attractions

A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over rocky terrain with lush greenery around.
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Gooseberry Falls State Park

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You can take time to visit Gooseberry Falls State Park during your travels to Two Harbors. Wander the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this relaxing area.
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