Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Trip Planning Forum :: Transportation
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mjmkjun |
Compare prices. Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise & Dollar have always treated me fair & square. Others, no so much. If you've not made this drive before you are for a scenic treat with several luring stops/ scenic views along the MN-61 route. There are two ranger stations along that drive: Tofte & Gunflint--both with signage and close to the highway 61. Good options |
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adam |
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bruleman |
There is a guy who lived at Seagull Lake. It used to be operated as the Sea Island Lodge. He has float plane and lands on the Lake. I don't know that he offers to transport customers. His name escapes me, but I will think of it as soon as I send this mail. Are there any wilderness pilots that operate out of Duluth? It seems very likely to me that some fly from Duluth to Grand Marais, but does this solve your problem. Just thought I would pass along my experiences of over 60 years travelling to the BWCA. You might want to try Cory Christenson. He is a writer and BWCA guide who has lived in the area for many years. He and his wife operate a restaurant at the Grand Marais Airport. He has a website Christenson Guiding Service . Back in the 50's there was a doctor that owned a fishing camp on Brule Lake, who flew his own plane from Illinois to Brule, before it was incorporated in the BWCA. I am amazed at how things have changed over the last 60 years, or more. |
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lookout1 |
on your schedule? Nobody works for free, if they do, send them to my place |
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WhiteWolf |
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OCDave |
I'd schedule and hour each for Gooseberry Falls State Park and Tettegouche State Park. If you have time, include Temperance River State Park and both the Light houses; Two Harbors and Split Rock. Consider dining on the deck at Grandma's in Duluth. It is quite a sight to watch the lift bridge work as ships come into port. It also seems their beer is colder. Done right, the North Shore will make the cost of your rental seem well worth the investment. Good Luck |
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boonie |
I'm a KISS kind of guy; I'd just rent the car and simply be done with it. I live a 1200-mile drive from there (WV) and choose to drive. I have time, my own equipment, and it's a nice drive with great scenery. I live in WV and drive up through MI and across the U.P. Plus my schedule is my own. |
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OCDave |
johndku: "... Two harbors Light house is actually a Bed and Breakfast if you want to try something different. We stayed there 15 years ago and were very pleased. |
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old_salt |
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billconner |
You could ask an outfitter but pretty sure two shuttles is much more than car rental. |
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alpinebrule |
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gravelroad |
Harriet Quarles Transportation Professional shuttle service based in Duluth (would probably reduce your cost for Twin Cities > Duluth > Twin Cities): Groome Transportation |
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minnmike |
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Northwoodsman |
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Grandma L |
WhiteWolf: "Team member I was with last year for the Kruger Challenge from FL (Deke) used Harriet to get from Grand Portage to MSP. Don't know the cost but it has to be cheaper than a rental." Yup, Harriet is or at least was dependable. give her a call. |
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analyzer |
BuckSgt2034: "Will be flying into Minneapolis St.Paul and looks like I’ll be renting a car to reach Grand Marais. Hate to spend the money on the car to have it sit for 8 days, so I’m looking for more options. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks in advance!" I suppose one option is to pair with someone that already lives in the twin cities, and make it a 4 some, or whatever. There are lots of people on this site. I think there is a trip partner thread. You could post your plan and see if another 2-some wants to join you. It's a bit of a stretch, and some work trying to make it happen, but not out of the realm of possibility. |
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analyzer |
OCDave: " You can pick up your permit at the Duluth Pak, a block from Grandma's, but then I imagine you're going thru an outfitter, so that's probably not an issue anyway. |
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johndku |
OCDave: "Don't think of it as renting a car. Consider it the cost of admission to seeing the Lake Superior North Shore. Plan your trip so you can enjoy Duluth to Grand Marais during daylight hours. +1 to all of the above. We've spend a little extra time each of the last 3 years enjoying different parts of the North Shore. Spent a night in Duluth, the area immediately north of the lift bridge is pretty cool in summer, restaurants, shops and a Duluth Pack store, all in walking distance. We've done the Split Rock lighthouse tour, well worth it, and seen Gooseberry Falls also. I'd do them both again. Haven't seen Two Harbors lighthouse, maybe next trip. Also very easy to spend a full day/night in Grand Marais. Cool little town. |