Gooseberry Falls - 12 miles
Split Rock Lighthouse - 19 Miles
Hiking, ATV/UTV & Snowmobile Trails - Silver Bay - 27 Miles
Palisade Head - 30 Miles
Golfing at stunning Superior National - Lutsen - 62 Miles
Lutsen Mountain Skiing - 64 Miles
Bear Sighting - Grand Marais - 82 Miles
Scenic Views - Everywhere! Check out the North Shore's 8 state parks!
Located on the edge of Two Harbors, the largest town on Minnesota’s North Shore and just 30 minutes north of Duluth, our Big Water Stays offer easy access to local shopping, dining, and year-round events. Explore iconic North Shore highlights, including the Edna G. Tugboar, Agate Bay, the historic ore docks, the breakwall, and the scenic Sonju Trail along Lake Superior’s shoreline. For trip planning, attractions, and upcoming events, visit the North Shore Explorer guide.
See some of our favorite go-tos below...
Harbor Rail Pub - live music, good drinks, & delicious full or 1/2 pizzas (our favorite pizza in town!). A local favorite hang out & our go to stop!
A popular destination for great bee, indoor/outdoor seating, live music, and food trucks. Castle Danger is dog friendly!
Vanilla Bean...wonderful brunch options...enjoy with coffee, a bloody mary, or a mimosa.
Paint Pouring with Patti - offering a variety of public and private painting classes. Patti painted the original artwork in the Nautical's primary bedroom bath!
Spokengear is
all things bicycles...sales, rental, & service. Bonus - Cedar Coffee Company is located here too - a great coffee shop with tasty bites.
For all you need to know to explore the trails - whether it's a day hike or overnight backpacking - visit Superior Hiking Trail website first!
Lake County Historical Society consists of the Lighthouse, Duluth & Iron Range Railroad, & the 3M Museam - all in Two Harbors.
Visit the seasonal farmers market every Saturday late May through October. Located in the Seagren's Hardware parking lot - so fun & yummy!