Come spend your Minnesota family vacation this winter at Sugar Lake Lodge

Looking for a fun, relaxing Minnesota family vacation this winter? Ruttger's Sugar Lake Lodge offers many fun unique winter activities that all members of your family will enjoy.

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Snowmobiling

Trails start right here! Maps are available at the front desk. Gas is available at the Pokegama Lake Store (Hwy 169, 2 miles north of Co Rd 17). Many area trails now require a trail pass (available on line at www.wildlifelicense.com or at the Front Desk).

Rapids Rental – 218-326-0397 or 800-542-0036
115 SE 11th Street
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Call for details

Guided Snowmobile Trips – Take a guided snowmobile tour through scenic northern Minnesota backcountry. Half-day and full-day trips are available. One of our expert guides will help you explore the untamed wilderness! Trail dinners and bon fires available.

Skiing

Cross Country Skiing – Trails at Sugar Hills (2.5 miles away). We also have a trail map of the different area trails (214 kilometers in the surrounding area). Some trails, including Sugar Hills, require a ski pass (available on line at www.wildlifelicense.com or at the Front Desk).

Itasca Trail Sports – 218-326-1716
316 NE 4th Street
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Following rates are approximate- please contact them for more specific rates
$20.00 / day / ski rental (includes boots, waxless skis, poles)

Glen's Army Navy: – 218-326-1201
701 NW 4th St
Grand Rapids 55744
Rate for ski rental: $10 per day, includes boots, skis, and poles.

Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding

Mount Itasca (17 MILES) –218-256-1053
Equipment Rental available call for details

Giant's Ridge (65 MILES) – 218-865-4143 or 800-688-SNOW

Other Winter Activities

Skating & Broomball – The lighted rinks are located in front of the Main Lodge on the lake. A heated, lakeside warming shack is provided. Broomball equipment is available.

Sliding Areas – Located by #8 Green (across from the Main Lodge) and by #9 Green (by Jack’s Grill). Sleds are available at the front desk.

Ice Fishing – Heated icehouses are located in front of the Main Lodge on Sugar Lake. Each handles up to six people with bait & equipment provided. Contact the front desk for details. Fishing licenses are available on line at www.wildlifelicense.com or at the Front Desk.

Bonfires – Our bonfire pit is located in front of the Main Lodge near the lake. Fires can be started upon request. Bonfire pits are also located behind the townhouses (one per complex).

Guided Sled Dog Tours – Experience northern Minnesota’s winter wonderland in a way most people never have – by dog sled! While mushing through the woods, there is no noise except the occasional creaking pine, crunching snow, a command from the musher or the breathing of the dogs. We can help you to plan a tour for your family or a group event. It will be the highlight of your winter vacation. Please call ahead to book your trip.

Suomi Hills Kennel – 218-244-1265
Joel Kersting, Professional Musher
37515 Orange Lake Road
Deer River, MN 56636
or
Great Outdoors Equipment – 218-326-9775
Dan Bergerson, Professional Musher
31331 Henselin Road
Grand Rapids, MN 55744

Babysitting Services – Vacationing with the family, but want an evening alone? Or, perhaps you would like to go on a snowmobile ride without the kids. We can help you arrange for a babysitter.

Board games, Puzzles, VCR, DVD & Movie Rentals – Available at the front desk.