Grand Marais MN Real EstateThe county seat of Cook County in Minnesota is Grand Marais?a city with a population of approximately 1,400 people. In French, the name Grand Marais stands for ?big marsh? but without a marsh in the area, it is speculated that the early settlers used the word Marais for harbor or haven, which would translate to ?big harbor?, which is something Grand Marais certainly does have. In Ojibwe, Grand Marais is called ?Kitchi-Bitobig? which translates to ?double body of water? which is a reference to the two bays that form the large harbor of Lake Superior at Grand Marais.Grand Marais is located on the north shore of Minnesota, against the majestic Lake Superior. Lake Superior is the largest of the Great Lakes and is the largest fresh water lake in the world by area, the third largest by volume. Grand Marais is a well known entry point for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. There are lots of activities in and around Grand Marais. The Superior Hiking Trail passes close to the city as well as Judge C.R. Magney State Park with Devil?s Kettle waterfalls. Also near by is the Isle Royale National Park and the Cascade River State Park. Hiking is big in the area of Grand Marais and the Border Route Trail, a 65 mile long hunting trail as well as the Gunflint Trail, the Kekekabic Trail and Eagle Mountain, which is Minnesota?s highest point, and the Superior Natural Forest are all nearby. Of course if hiking isn?t your thing, there are always the many aquatic activities that can be done on the nearby lake. Of course, there leaves something to be said for the scenic vista of the area as well. A pristine harbor, hiking trails, streams and waterfalls all lend themselves to one of the most breathtaking views in the country. This small harbor city has a lot to offer?plenty of shopping and proximity to Canada as well. Just a short drive and you can spend the day in another county. Grand Marais is a cultural melting pot?the community is committed to the arts and to local culture which is evident by the wide variety of activities, performances and workshops that are featured in the town. Real estate in Grand Marais is a hot commodity?this larger center on the north shore of Minnesota lends itself to small town living coupled with the convenience of urban living. Rural and urban collide to form this spectacular small city on the coastline of Lake Superior. |
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