Cove Point Lodge North Shore Blog
Why get away from the snow, to ah….. MORE snow?
The winter vacationers to Cove Point Lodge don’t want you to know the secret. Winter up north is magical. Rivers are paused as the frozen water covers the rocky river bed, and the night stars twinkle under the shades of dancing northern lights. Lodge employees or...
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The Experts Spill Where Their Top-Stops are on the North Shore
Whether you are a seasoned traveler to the North Shore, or a novice who doesn’t know how to pack for the ever-changing weather patterns of the great lake, there are always gems to discover as you wind up and down Hwy 61. Here are a few places we have heard are your...
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Lake Superior Safety Tips
While the exact number isn’t known, there is said to be about 6,000 shipwrecks and 30,000 lives lost on Lake Superior. This data is not to be taken lightly. While finding a safe cove to splash in can be enjoyable in the heat of an August day, keep these things in...
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Packing Year Round for the North Shore
Packing for your vacation up north is never as easy as it sounds. Lake Superior provides its own weather bubble called the Lake-effect. In the winter that may mean more or less snow, or warmer temps near the shore, and in the summer cool breeze, fog or rain. So,...
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Lake Freighters and Salty Ships on Lake Superior: Schedule/Ship Watching Spots
The view from Cove Point Lodge is truly remarkable. From the sunrises and sunsets, to the weather rolling over the ocean-like waves. For newcomers to the shore, it may be surprising the number of large shipping vessels that travel the horizon. Lake freighters, or...
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