It is easy to see why residents and visitors are drawn to Cook County. Among its treasures are four Minnesota State Parks along the north shore of Lake Superior, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and the Superior National Forest. Spectacular scenery includes rocky cliffs, lush forests, rushing streams, cascading waterfalls and quiet inland lakes. This rustic environment is home to elusive wildlife, such as moose, deer, wolves, bears and bald eagles and presents many opportunities to commune with nature.

Cook County communities are safe, friendly and welcoming. Lake Superior is lined with quaint hamlets and bustling communities known for their unique shops, restaurants and lodging facilities.

For ski buffs, Lutsen Mountain and its surrounding area offer alpine and cross-country skiing that is unmatched in the region. The Superior National Golf Course at Lutsen has been called so beautiful that "it's hard to keep your eye on the ball." Grand Portage, near the Canadian border, offers casino gaming and is a gateway to Isle Royale National Park.