Minnesota is known as the land of 10,000 lakes, and with that comes over 20,000 trails to hike. Every town has some type of gorgeous trail to explore with unique features. We are always looking to explore new Minneapolis hikes, North Shore hikes and MN hikes in general! We bring to you some of our […]

Grand Marais MN of the North Shore may be a town of estimated 1,500 people, but it’s overflowing with trails to hike, waterfalls to follow, local foods to enjoy, art to discover and memories to be made. The following post features some of our favorite things to do in Grand Marais over the years. Voyager […]

One of the most exciting things about traveling is trying new food places and hidden eats that you do not have back home. I have traveled all over the United States and I can confidently say some of my favorite cuisine comes from small lake towns (Two Harbors through Grand Marais) along Lake Superior’s Highway […]

Shop Backcountry’s Massive Selection of Gear, Clothing, and Outerwear on Sale! To all my midwest readers, whoever said you had to travel internationally or fly out of state to enjoy one of the most scenic routes in America? Pack warm clothes, some snacks, a bottle of water and jump in your car to experience the […]

Are you a coffee lover who makes an effort to explore beyond Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts and Caribou Coffee? Lucky for you, Minnesota is sprinkled with local, family owned coffee shops across the state, with each cup of coffee different from the next. Whether you are the type of person who is accompanied to the beach […]

Are you looking for a beautiful, cozy getaway that won’t break the bank? My family and I were looking for a mini vacation that wasn’t too far of a drive for us. Little did we know, one of the most beautiful scenic drives in America was only 2 hours from home. I have always felt […]