Guidebook for Cromwell

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Guidebook for Cromwell

Sightseeing

Great Swinging bridge and hiking trails. Be sure to check out Oldenberg point for a fantastic view of the river valley.
55 locals recommend
Jay Cooke State Park
780 East Highway 210
55 locals recommend
Great Swinging bridge and hiking trails. Be sure to check out Oldenberg point for a fantastic view of the river valley.
Try to find the fire tower in this great state forest filled with trails, wildlife, and skiing in the winter. If heights don't bother you... you can climb the tower almost to the top!
Fond du Lac State Forest
Try to find the fire tower in this great state forest filled with trails, wildlife, and skiing in the winter. If heights don't bother you... you can climb the tower almost to the top!
Cross the iconic bridge in Duluth from Canal Park and visit the beautiful beaches of Park Point on Lake Superior. Its 100% free!
24 locals recommend
Aerial Lift Bridge
Aerial Lift Bridge
24 locals recommend
Cross the iconic bridge in Duluth from Canal Park and visit the beautiful beaches of Park Point on Lake Superior. Its 100% free!
Step back in time. This magnificent 39-room mansion offers a rare and intact view of the early 20th-century life of one of Minnesota's most wealthy families.
47 locals recommend
Glensheen
3300 London Rd
47 locals recommend
Step back in time. This magnificent 39-room mansion offers a rare and intact view of the early 20th-century life of one of Minnesota's most wealthy families.

Essentials

Need food? Visit the Farmers Co-op in Wright. Its right down the road, less than a 10 minute drive. It will feel like you step back in time. They have bait too!
Farmers Co-Op Co
1398 Center Rd
Need food? Visit the Farmers Co-op in Wright. Its right down the road, less than a 10 minute drive. It will feel like you step back in time. They have bait too!

Parks & Nature

Great out door fun! Its not just for skiing and snowboarding. Check out the "Timber Twister" the Alpine Coaster, or the "Timber Flyer" Zip line. Also mini gulf, snow tubing, & mountain biking.
44 locals recommend
Spirit Mountain
9500 Spirit Mountain Pl
44 locals recommend
Great out door fun! Its not just for skiing and snowboarding. Check out the "Timber Twister" the Alpine Coaster, or the "Timber Flyer" Zip line. Also mini gulf, snow tubing, & mountain biking.
Interested in some snow sledding or ice skating? The hill at Pienhurst in Cloquet is perfect. Free to the public and one of my 10 year old's favorite place to visit in the winter. Bring your toboggan and ice skates.
Pinehurst Park Drive
Pinehurst Park Drive
Interested in some snow sledding or ice skating? The hill at Pienhurst in Cloquet is perfect. Free to the public and one of my 10 year old's favorite place to visit in the winter. Bring your toboggan and ice skates.

Drinks & Nightlife

One of the biggest casinos in Northern Minnesota. Its 20 minutes from the cabin. They have a great buffet & an even better "Seven Fires" restaurant. Plus all the games of chance you'd like to play. They also have a great golf course.
15 locals recommend
Black Bear Casino
1785 MN-210
15 locals recommend
One of the biggest casinos in Northern Minnesota. Its 20 minutes from the cabin. They have a great buffet & an even better "Seven Fires" restaurant. Plus all the games of chance you'd like to play. They also have a great golf course.
Sleek martini bar & nightclub featuring live jazz music, plus sushi, flatbreads & elevated bar fare.
11 locals recommend
Black Water Lounge: Temporarily Closed
231 E Superior St
11 locals recommend
Sleek martini bar & nightclub featuring live jazz music, plus sushi, flatbreads & elevated bar fare.
Enduring place with classic American dishes, quirky, old-timey decor & a seasonal roof deck. This is the iconic restaurant of Duluth. The famous Grandma's Marathon is named after it. Depending on the evening event you might find a busy dance scene, a sporting event, or live music.
18 locals recommend
Grandma's Saloon & Grill Canal Park
522 S Lake Ave
18 locals recommend
Enduring place with classic American dishes, quirky, old-timey decor & a seasonal roof deck. This is the iconic restaurant of Duluth. The famous Grandma's Marathon is named after it. Depending on the evening event you might find a busy dance scene, a sporting event, or live music.
Craft brewery offering pilsner & black ale among its flagship beers, with tours & a taproom
33 locals recommend
Bent Paddle Brewing Co. Taproom
1832 W Michigan St
33 locals recommend
Craft brewery offering pilsner & black ale among its flagship beers, with tours & a taproom

Entertainment & Activities

They offer whitewater rafting, whitewater kayaking and canoe trips, snowshoe and cross-country ski trips, and guided nature hikes.
8 locals recommend
Swiftwater Adventures - Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking and Canoeing!
121 Vermillion St
8 locals recommend
They offer whitewater rafting, whitewater kayaking and canoe trips, snowshoe and cross-country ski trips, and guided nature hikes.
The Great Lakes Aquarium opened in 2000 and is located on the Duluth waterfront. A freshwater aquarium, its mission is to inspire people to explore their connection to Lake Superior and waters of the world.
37 locals recommend
Great Lakes Aquarium
353 Harbor Dr
37 locals recommend
The Great Lakes Aquarium opened in 2000 and is located on the Duluth waterfront. A freshwater aquarium, its mission is to inspire people to explore their connection to Lake Superior and waters of the world.
Enjoy the best sightseeing on Lake Superior and the Duluth Superior Harbor with Vista Fleet. Tour the Harbor and Lake Superior via ship.
15 locals recommend
Vista Fleet
15 locals recommend
Enjoy the best sightseeing on Lake Superior and the Duluth Superior Harbor with Vista Fleet. Tour the Harbor and Lake Superior via ship.
Seasonal narrated train tours follow a historic transport corridor for short, long, and themed rides.
19 locals recommend
North Shore Scenic Railroad
506 W Michigan St
19 locals recommend
Seasonal narrated train tours follow a historic transport corridor for short, long, and themed rides.
SS William A. Irvin is a lake freighter, named for William A. Irvin, that sailed as a bulk freighter on the Great Lakes as part US Steel's lake fleet. They offer daily guided tours.
9 locals recommend
William Irvin station
9 locals recommend
SS William A. Irvin is a lake freighter, named for William A. Irvin, that sailed as a bulk freighter on the Great Lakes as part US Steel's lake fleet. They offer daily guided tours.

Food Scene

Featured on Diners, Drive-ins, & Dives, Gordy's Hi-Hat has some of the best burgers and shakes.
11 locals recommend
Gordy's Hi-Hat
415 Sunnyside Dr
11 locals recommend
Featured on Diners, Drive-ins, & Dives, Gordy's Hi-Hat has some of the best burgers and shakes.
Take a little stroll and enjoy Lake Superior. Be sure to walk down to the lighthouse and take a few photos. Eat at The Timber Lodge, Little Angie's or the Duluth-Famous Grandmas!
71 locals recommend
Canal Park
71 locals recommend
Take a little stroll and enjoy Lake Superior. Be sure to walk down to the lighthouse and take a few photos. Eat at The Timber Lodge, Little Angie's or the Duluth-Famous Grandmas!
A fantastic brewery on Lake Superior. Some of the best craft beers you'll ever find.
28 locals recommend
Canal Park Brewing Company
300 Canal Park Dr
28 locals recommend
A fantastic brewery on Lake Superior. Some of the best craft beers you'll ever find.
Located in the heart of the city, the award-winning Hanabi impresses with its traditional Japanese cuisine. The menu offers everything from sushi and teriyaki favorites to delightful fusion creations. There's an extensive list of sake and shochu to complement your food
13 locals recommend
Hanabi Japanese Cuisine
110 N 1st Ave W
13 locals recommend
Located in the heart of the city, the award-winning Hanabi impresses with its traditional Japanese cuisine. The menu offers everything from sushi and teriyaki favorites to delightful fusion creations. There's an extensive list of sake and shochu to complement your food
If you are looking for the best Eggs Benedict and Bloody Mary Bar on the weekends... check out Pizza Luce, their weekend brunch is amazing.
18 locals recommend
Pizza Luce
11 E Superior St
18 locals recommend
If you are looking for the best Eggs Benedict and Bloody Mary Bar on the weekends... check out Pizza Luce, their weekend brunch is amazing.
Artisanal pub grub & house-brewed beers served in a loftlike space with a festive atmosphere.
29 locals recommend
Fitger's Brewhouse Brewery and Grille
600 E Superior St
29 locals recommend
Artisanal pub grub & house-brewed beers served in a loftlike space with a festive atmosphere.
Tex-Mex food & a wall of tequilas in a festive space with Southwestern artifacts, music & a deck.
Little Angie's Cantina And Grill
11 East Buchanan St
Tex-Mex food & a wall of tequilas in a festive space with Southwestern artifacts, music & a deck.
There are two Black Woods in the area. One in Duluth and another (closer) one in Proctor. I love this place. Everything is made from scratch and delicious.
7 locals recommend
Black Woods Grill & Bar
2525 London Rd
7 locals recommend
There are two Black Woods in the area. One in Duluth and another (closer) one in Proctor. I love this place. Everything is made from scratch and delicious.
A revolving restaurant on top of the Radisson in Duluth! They feature American food and beautiful views of Lake Superior.
7 locals recommend
JJ Astor Restaurant and Lounge
505 W Superior St
7 locals recommend
A revolving restaurant on top of the Radisson in Duluth! They feature American food and beautiful views of Lake Superior.
A Duluth sports bar... or rather a sports bar with a Duluth feel. Chill haunt with Greek wood-fired pizza & other clever, seasonal bites, plus TVs & an outdoor patio
20 locals recommend
Tavern on the Hill
1102 Woodland Ave
20 locals recommend
A Duluth sports bar... or rather a sports bar with a Duluth feel. Chill haunt with Greek wood-fired pizza & other clever, seasonal bites, plus TVs & an outdoor patio
Contemporary tavern offering a bar area, eclectic American grub & a deck with harbor views. Located at the Peir B Resort near the harbor.
Silos Restaurant at Pier B
800 W Railroad St
Contemporary tavern offering a bar area, eclectic American grub & a deck with harbor views. Located at the Peir B Resort near the harbor.
Another Restaurant featured on Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives. Casual, enduring eatery providing locally sourced American comfort food & all-day breakfast.
64 locals recommend
Duluth Grill
118 S 27th Ave W
64 locals recommend
Another Restaurant featured on Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives. Casual, enduring eatery providing locally sourced American comfort food & all-day breakfast.
Buzzy scene in a converted warehouse with Italian & American fare & cocktails, plus special events.
7 locals recommend
The Malting Building
2907 Helm St
7 locals recommend
Buzzy scene in a converted warehouse with Italian & American fare & cocktails, plus special events.
Hungry for a Buffalo burger? On the way to Duluth check out the Buffalo House. Campground cafe dishing up comfort bites, burgers & steak, plus a full bar, in roomy, basic digs
Buffalo House
2590 Guss Rd
Hungry for a Buffalo burger? On the way to Duluth check out the Buffalo House. Campground cafe dishing up comfort bites, burgers & steak, plus a full bar, in roomy, basic digs
Hands down the best place to eat In cloquet!! Very friendly staff, excellent chefs, beautiful bar, fantastic menu. You will not be disappointed. Love it!!! Highly recommend dining here either by yourself, on a date, or with a large group.
Avenue C
Avenue C
Hands down the best place to eat In cloquet!! Very friendly staff, excellent chefs, beautiful bar, fantastic menu. You will not be disappointed. Love it!!! Highly recommend dining here either by yourself, on a date, or with a large group.
A meal served in a restored schoolhouse. The owner cooks a full Thanksgiving meal every Sunday. For $10 you'll be stuffed.
6 locals recommend
School House Cafe
14 Country House Ln
6 locals recommend
A meal served in a restored schoolhouse. The owner cooks a full Thanksgiving meal every Sunday. For $10 you'll be stuffed.
Great bakery and sandwich shop... we go there every time we pass through McGregor. You can't get out without buying a loaf of bread or some sweet rolls... check it out
6 locals recommend
McGregor Baking Co & Cafe
301 MN-210
6 locals recommend
Great bakery and sandwich shop... we go there every time we pass through McGregor. You can't get out without buying a loaf of bread or some sweet rolls... check it out
Catch the Street Car for the Northland’s best in food, drink and customer service. Whether dining inside or relaxing on the seasonal patio, you will find delicious daily specials and extensive breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu sure to satisfy.
8 locals recommend
Streetcar Kitchen and Pub
232 Chestnut Ave
8 locals recommend
Catch the Street Car for the Northland’s best in food, drink and customer service. Whether dining inside or relaxing on the seasonal patio, you will find delicious daily specials and extensive breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu sure to satisfy.

Shopping

The biggest Mall in northern Minnesota. Packed with stores of almost every make and variety. Its a destination for many in the Northland.
22 locals recommend
Miller Hill Mall
1600 Miller Trunk Hwy
22 locals recommend
The biggest Mall in northern Minnesota. Packed with stores of almost every make and variety. Its a destination for many in the Northland.