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Spring & Summer at Lutsen

Your Basecamp for Adventure

Lutsen is the perfect, centralized location to start your adventure in the North Shore. Stay in our lodging with breathtaking views, and explore the beauty and excitement of the North Shore in the Spring. The opportunities are endless.

Ride our Summit Express Gondola

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Capture Breathtaking Waterfall Views

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Resort Experiences

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Summit Express Gondola Rides

Ride the scenic gondola 1,000 feet above Lake Superior to the summit of Moose Mountain. At the top, take in the views, hike trails, and eat at the Summit Chalet.

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Alpine Slide

Everybody likes a little thrill. Take a scenic chairlift ride to the summit of Eagle Mountain, then cruise a half mile alpine slide back down at your own pace.

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Superior Hiking Trail

Lutsen Mountains features several miles of hiking trails, including hiking along the famed Superior Hiking Trail.

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Poplar Waterfall

After the snow melts, experience the raw power of North Shore waterfall season – a fleeting yet unforgettable spring wonder.

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Jackpot Mountain Biking Trail

With no crowds and over 2,000 miles of potential rides, Cook County is a biker’s paradise. Make sure to participate in the annual Lutsen 99er.

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Superior National Golf Course

Located on the North Shore, Superior National Golf Course is one of the most scenic and fun golf courses you may have ever seen or played.

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Waterfall Season Package

Stay 2 Nights, Get 3rd FREE + Free Breakfast

Spring along the North Shore is at its best when the waterfalls are flowing. Stay two nights and enjoy a third night on us, with breakfast included each morning to fuel your next adventure. Spend your days exploring nearby waterfalls, hiking scenic trails, and taking in the fresh North Shore air. Then come back, relax, and do it all again tomorrow.

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Spring & Summer Dining at the Resort

Adventure works up an appetite. From coffee at the Warming Mug to lunch at Summit Chalet and dinner at Charlie’s, dining at Lutsen is easy, close, and built into your day.

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Weddings at Lutsen

At Lutsen Mountains, we specialize in hosting unforgettable larger weddings exclusively during the summer season. Nestled among the mountains and lush summer greenery, our resort offers a breathtaking backdrop that turns every wedding into a timeless memory.

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Bike Trail at Lutsen
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