Grand Marais, Gateway city on Lake Superior's North Shore in Minnesota, United States
The harbor of Grand Marais features natural rock formations that protect vessels from Lake Superior's waters while offering panoramic views of the shoreline.
Native Ojibwe people inhabited the region before French Canadian fur traders established a trading post in the 1700s, naming it Grand Marais, meaning Great Marsh.
The Grand Marais Art Colony operates as an educational institution, fostering artistic development through workshops, exhibitions, and community programs throughout the year.
Minnesota Highway 61, part of the North Shore Scenic Drive, provides direct access to Grand Marais and connects visitors to the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway.
The Fisherman's Picnic festival in August brings the community together with fish fry events, parades, and celebrations of the local fishing heritage.
Location: Cook County
Elevation above the sea: 188 m
Website: https://www.ci.grand-marais.mn.us
Website: https://ci.grand-marais.mn.us
GPS coordinates: 47.74921,-90.33310
Latest update: May 30, 2025 05:18
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