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1. Cascade River State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Lutsen Mountain Tram ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Lutsen Mountains

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4. Cascade River

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5. Oberg Mountain Loop

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6. Lockport Marketplace and Deli

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7. Cascade Lodge Restaurant

Category: Unique Accommodations
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8. Fika Coffee

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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9. Moguls Grille and Tap Room

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10. North Shore Winery

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Lutsen, Minnesota, is a town, a resort, and a mountain all rolled into one. A popular ski destination, Lutsen offers great skiing, an excellent golf course, fantastic hiking through the Lutsen Mountains, and a range of charming businesses along Highway 61, which is also Lutsen’s downtown. Lutsen is a 4-hour getaway from Minneapolis.

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