Fall 2025 - Flipbook - Page 5
From Duluth to Grand Marais and
beyond, autumn here is quieter than
summer—crowds
thin,
seasonal
businesses savor their last weeks, and
the landscape turns into a living
postcard.
Scenic Drives
Autumn on the North Shore is a
patchwork of gold and crimson
stitched against the deep blue of
Lake Superior—once you see it, you’ll
carry it with you all winter
inviting visitors to browse, chat, and
take home a piece of the North
The classic choice is Highway 61 itself, Shore’s creative spirit.
hugging the lake past rocky cliffs and
small harbor towns. For a slower pace, Seasonal Sips and Treats
try the Honeymoon Trail between
Lutsen’s Caribou Trail and Tofte’s Coffee shops like Java Moose in Grand
Sawbill Trail, with a sweet stop at Wild Marais and Timber Coffee Company in
Country Maple Syrup for fresh syrup Silver Bay roll out autumn drink
and maple candies. Farther north, the menus—maple lattes, spiced teas, and
Susie Islands Overlook near Grand rich mochas perfect for warming up
Portage offers one of the season’s after a morning hike. Pair your cup
most breathtaking views.
with smoked fish from Two Harbors or
a slice of wild blueberry pie, and
Elevated Views
you’ll understand why locals love this
time of year.
For a true
