Breathtaking Views at Caribou Lake View Point

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the Lutsen Mountains area. Head east on MN-61 N (Lake Superior Scenic Byway) for approximately 3 miles. Look for the sign for Caribou Lake Road, where you will turn left. Continue on Caribou Lake Road for about 2 miles until you reach the parking area for the Caribou Lake viewpoint. You may need to park your vehicle and walk a short distance to the viewpoint itself. There are no fees for parking.

• Public Transportation

  Currently, public transportation options are limited in the Lutsen Mountains area. However, if you are staying at a local hotel or resort, ask if they provide shuttle services to nearby hiking locations including Caribou Lake. If shuttles are unavailable, consider calling a local taxi service or rideshare to take you to Caribou Lake Road. Once you arrive at the Caribou Lake Road intersection, you will need to arrange a pickup or walk a short distance to the viewpoint as there may not be a direct drop-off point.

• Walking

  For those who are already in the area and prefer walking, if you are near the Lutsen Mountains Resort, you can walk along the MN-61 N towards Caribou Lake Road, which is about a 1-hour walk (approximately 3 miles). After reaching Caribou Lake Road, follow it for another 2 miles to reach the parking area for Caribou Lake viewpoint. Be mindful of the traffic along the highway, and wear appropriate walking shoes.