A Winter Recreation Experience for Traditional Cross Country Skiing and
Snowshoeing Amidst The Majestic Red and White Pines of
Superior National Forest.
Rustic… Remote… Tranquil…Unforgettable!

Be sure to pack everything you need. The nearest stores are at least a half hour drive.

Packing checklist:  (To print out a PDF copy of this checklist click here)

• Pillow
• Sleeping bag or sheets/blankets (Click the cabin links on  our accommodations webpage for bed sizes)
  
  Our beds have zippered nylon clamshell liners over the mattresses. They are not waterproof though, so please bring appropriate mattress protection when necessary.  The Modern Log Home beds HAVE pillows and comforters; you still need to bring the sheets or a sleeping bag & pillow cases.  There is NO bedding on the Rustic Cabin beds.  Guests have been bringing their favorite bedroll to the NFL for years and it helps us keep costs down.   Linen rental is available at the rate of $16/twin and $22/queen for the Rustic Cabins.  Included are pillow(s), sheets, blanket/comforter and towel(s).  Sheet, pillow case and towel sets are available for the Log Home at $10/twin and $12/queen.  Please let us know at the time of reservation if you want bedding.
   
  
• Bath towel
• Personal toilet items – soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.
• Minnesota Ski Pass - Purchase Online from DNR or a mile down the road at the Knotted Pine tavern (don’t open until noon).  We groom the trails, but they are located on Superior National Forest land and are public.  We no longer sell ski passes at the NFL.  No pass is required on the snowshoe trails.
• Water bottle for cabin and trail
• Insulated cup for beverages around sauna and hot tub (glass & bottles prohibited in these areas)
• Flashlight or headlamp (It’s VERY dark on the grounds at night)
• Swimsuit for sauna & hot tub
• Water shoes or sport sandals for shower, sauna, polar plunge and hot tub activities
• Books & magazines
• Board games
• Snacks
• Wine, beer, spirits or soda.  Our cold well water tastes great – so no need for the bottled stuff.
• Extra shoes or slippers to keep your cabin floors clean, dry and free of sticky pine sap.
• Fishing gear - Minnesota fishing license - Online or at the Knotted Pine tavern
  Purchase bait in Two Harbors on your way up.  Once you're here, the closest live bait is in Finland - a half hour south on Highway 1.  In Finland there are 2 bait stores on the main drag: Maple Grove Motel and Finland Bait.
• Cross country ski equipment/waxes, snowshoes and other recreational gear - we do not have any ski equipment to rent or buy and a limited number of loaner snowshoes available
• Dressing for blisters (in case you overdo it in your new ski boots)
• Appropriate clothing (It's Minnesota - all weather is possible at all times - bring layers!)
• Fanny pack or backpack
• Cell phone – Verizon works – AT&T doesn’t – we have an emergency phone in the dining hall.
• Extra cash for tipping trail groomer, kitchen staff and musicians
• Food supplements for a restricted diet; a fridge, hot water and a microwave are available in the dining hall (we offer vegetarian alternatives at meals, but are too small to accommodate more restrictive diets)
• Your smiling face!