Wolverine Cabin - Wonderful Rustic Retreat

Explore thousands of acres of public forest land and enjoy endless miles of some of the best recreational trails Minnesota has to offer. Step out of the Cabin, located in the middle of Lake County forested land, and right onto mountain bike trails, atv, snowshoe, snowmobile and ski trails . come to our rustic cabin prepared to relax, unwind, and enjoy/explore the wonders of the north woods. The Wolverine Cabin is one of 6 beautiful rustic cabins on 150 acres of private land. Surrounding windows offer views of pines & a glimmer of the North Woods. Perfect for solo adventures & couples willing to pack-in/pack-out. This cabin features a loft and a main floor. There is one double bed and one single. It also includes a kitchenette and wood heater. This cabin was featured in 1983 Popular Mechanics, and a 1992 wolverine movie: “Running Free.” (sleeps 3-4 people) Outside the cabin we have picnic table, fire ring, and outhouse. This is bear country so please store food inside. A rundown of the basics: Bathrooms: the cabin does not have indoor plumbing , but is located near a pit toilet/outhouse, which is available year-round. Capacity: Can sleep up to 5 people. Additional overnight guests are not allowed. Cooking: All cabins have a picnic table and fire ring with grill grate for outdoor cooking. Basic indoor kitchen as well. Electricity: Indoor lighting, electrical outlets as well as Wifi. Water: no running water in the cabin but there are multiple wells onsite, water jugs are provided at check in. Heat: Cabins have a wood stove for heat. Split firewood is provided for use in the wood stove only. Firewood: Wood will be provided for the wood stove which heats the cabin. Dead and down wood can be collected from the surrounding forest for use in the fire ring. Boat House: Guests have access to our canoes. Life vests are provided and required while paddling, these can be found in the Boat House. Please return paddles and life vests to Boat House after use. Feel free to explore Sand River or Sand Lake, the Sand Lake public beach (Sand Lake Rustic Campground on Google Maps) is about a 30min paddle away. Please bring your own fishing gear and license if planning to fish. Wood Burning Sauna: Our sauna is available for guest use, split wood is provided for the wood stove at entrance to sauna. As the sauna heats up use the provided bowl and ladle to increase room temp and humidity by pouring water on hot rocks. Property Trails: Guests are welcome to explore our many trails on property. Expect rugged terrain on trails, close toed shoes are recommended. You will find signs with trail names along trail corridors, there are no maps on trail. Trails are available for year round use via hiking, mountain biking, snowshoe, and cross country ski. Trails offer views of glacial deposits, Cedar and White Pine stands, Black Spruce bogs, and wetlands. Nearby: Our property is the halfway point between Two Harbors and Ely. Whether you choose to spend your day on our property or go exploring nearby there is plenty to see. Ely is an entry point for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, has many of its own hiking trails, is home to the International Wolf Center, and the American Bear Center. Two Harbors offers views of Lake Superior, hiking on the Superior Hiking Trail, boat watching in the Agate Bay Harbor, and opportunities to take a ride on the North Shore Scenic Railroad. Food and Supplies: You will have to travel the 45 mins to Ely or Two Harbors for food and supplies. Available for guest 24/7 through email, text or phone. Nestled between Two Harbors and Ely this rustic retreat allows guest to be fully immersed in nature. Whether using your ATV or Snowmobiles on the thousand of miles trails nearby or using our private trail system for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Canoes available onsite and have direct access to Sand Lake and a river system that will take you miles without ever having to exit your canoe. In late summer early fall wild rice harvesting is available in the shallows of Sand Lake right off the front of our dock. To Ely: * Head southeast on Snowshoe Trail toward US for Service Hwy 15 *Turn left onto US for Service Hwy 15 5.6 mi *Turn left onto MN-1 W 25.1 mi *Turn left onto E Sheridan St 1.2 mi To Two Harbors *Head southeast on Snowshoe Trail toward US for Service Hwy 15 *Turn right onto US for Service Hwy 15 14.2 mi *Turn right onto Forest 11 0.7 mi *Turn left onto County Hwy 2/Forest Hwy 15 25.4 mi *Turn right onto 7th Ave 0.2 mi *Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto 6th St/Waterfront Dr 0.2 mi *Turn left onto 4th Ave Parking available directly in front of cabin. Leave No Trace practices strictly enforced, pack out what you bring in.

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Superior National Forest. The vacation home includes amenities such as a fireplace and a refrigerator.