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All the United States Minnesota Grand Marais

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Grand Marais

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Grand Marais, Minnesota

Updated April 20, 2016

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Devil’s Kettle.

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Devil's Kettle

Half of a waterfall goes into the river while the other half seems to disappear.
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Naniboujou Lodge

Duluth mineral magnates built this charming art deco lodge to be their private clubhouse.
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Eagle Mountain

Minnesota's highest point is a scenic vista marked by a plaque and armies of mosquitoes.
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