Things to do
Giants Ridge Recreation Area
6329 Wynne Creek DrSeveral activities no matter the season.
Lots of local shops for shopping. Try the Mealey's Sauna Shop or Steger Mukluks (the warmest boots you will ever wear). Or just walk up and down the streets and check them all out! Several unique restaurants.
21 locals recommend
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Lots of local shops for shopping. Try the Mealey's Sauna Shop or Steger Mukluks (the warmest boots you will ever wear). Or just walk up and down the streets and check them all out! Several unique restaurants.
International Wolf Center
1396 MN-169Interesting for all ages.
Soudan Mine
A US National Historic Landmark.
Local History. Free admission. Tour old buildings and learn of the area Finnish heritage. There is a gift shop and coffee.
6 locals recommend
Nelimark Homestead Museum
4839 Salo Rd Local History. Free admission. Tour old buildings and learn of the area Finnish heritage. There is a gift shop and coffee.
Totally worth the drive! So many bears! Great for any age!
29 locals recommend
Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary
12541 Nett Lake RoadTotally worth the drive! So many bears! Great for any age!
Leonidas Overlook
Minnesota 37Birds eye view of active mining operation.
U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
801 Hat Trick AveFor hockey lovers.
A look into iron mining from the beginning. Lots of information lots of activities. Recommend the trolley ride.
Minnesota Discovery Center Gift Shop
801 US-169A look into iron mining from the beginning. Lots of information lots of activities. Recommend the trolley ride.
Food Scene
Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium
955 E Sheridan StYummy food!
The Copper Nickel
111 N Main StGreat food. Classy atmosphere.
Trapline Liquor
4897 Hwy 21Just a few miles away. The convenience store is stocked with most necessities.