Cove Point Lodge North Shore Blog
Chasing Waterfalls – Temperance River State Park
We've been doing more dodging of raindrops than chasing waterfalls this week, so we're looking back on some time we spent in the Temperance River State Park last spring.Temperance River State Park has just about everything you could ask for - forestland filled with...
Chasing Waterfalls – Beaver River Falls on the Superior Hiking Trail
More daylight means more trail time this month! Spring is in the air, and calling to us, so we couldn't resist a late afternoon hike out to the Beaver River Falls along the Superior Hiking trail. We love this hike, and suggest bringing plenty of water and a snack,...
Paper Birch – A Nature Study
Though melting quickly, we found snow in the Superior National Forest this on our venture inland from the lodge and Lake Superior. While hiking along the Tomahawk snowmobile trail in Isabella, we took a moment to get up close and personal with one of our favorite...
Split Rock Light House – A Must Visit on the North Shore!
More than 35 light house keepers and their families have lived at Split Rock Light House. This week, we were lucky enough to experience this historical gem with the current light house keeper, Hayes Scriven. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park is just under 7 miles...
Chasing Waterfalls – Illgen Falls at Tettegouche State Park
Stepping onto the trail from the parking area, the sound of moving water catches your ear. When we visited this week, it was a sunny day, 44 degrees, with layers of thin white wispy clouds painted across the light blue sky. There is still snow on the trail to...
Spring Today, Winter Tomorrow
With spring in the air, birdsong in the forest, and the snow rapidly receding, we'd planned to do some waterfall chasing to check on the spring thaw, but we instead, we were gifted a fresh blanket of snow! So, it's time to get our boots back out of the closet,...
Open Air Living in 2021. Friluftsliv is the Life for Us!
It’s Wander Freely Friday at Cove Point Lodge! The North Shore is full of adventure, vistas and views, quiet spots to reflect, and fresh forest air. When you arrive, we’re happy to help get you on your way to your best day with one of our printed seasonal adventure...
Why Winter, Why the North Shore?
When you think of vacation, what do you envision? Sun, waves, good food, change of scenery? This is what you’ll find in the winter at Cove Point Lodge. The twinkle of the sun off the waves of the unfrozen lake is mesmerizing in the winter as well as in the summer....
Recipe for the Perfect Staycation
You don't need to travel far to reap the benefits of a vacation. If you're looking to cut back on your travel plans, but still want to get away, here are the ingredients you need. Get away: The North Shore is a quick road trip, just perfect for slipping away...
R&R Never Felt So Good
The news is full of crushing stories, and the impact of politics, world events, virus updates, closures, and limitations on ‘normal’ life. At Cove Point Lodge, there is room for you to safely find your inner peace and comfort that can help you restore the energy...
