MARCELL MINNESOTA ~ 1-218-832-3735 or 1-888-832-3735

Discover northern hospitality in our 4 friendly “Edge of the Wilderness” communities of

 Marcell, Grand Rapids, Bigfork, & Effie.

 

      

 

All 4 communities are located on State Highway 38, the “Edge of the Wilderness

National Scenic Byway” which was Minnesota’s first “National Scenic Byway”. 

 

Beginning near the Mississippi river in Grand Rapids & ending in Effie, 47-mile long

Highway 38 passes over the Laurention divide (dividing water flow south to

the Mississippi River & north to Hudson Bay Canada), through

the Chippewa National Forest while winding around numerous primeval bogs,

sky blue lakes, crossing several streams & the untamed Bigfork River.

 

Explore forests of pine, spruce, birch & maple. 

View wildlife along or just off Highway 38 on back roads here in the Edge of the Wilderness.

Our area teams with wildlife including waterfowl, deer, bear, otter,

beaver, porcupine, fox, coyote, timber wolves, lynx, bobcats, & occasionally moose.

 

Birding enthusiasts find many of Minnesota's most sought-after birds right outside their cabins.

 

 We are home to the largest concentration of bald eagles & loons in the continental USA.

 

 

In friendly Marcell, Grand Rapids, Bigfork, & Effie you’ll find

great shopping in unique gift & antique shops,& stores both large & small.

 

Nothing like a meal of fresh fried fish, but while you’re here,

make sure you treat yourself to a hardy meal at one of the area’s fine

eating establishments, or play a round of golf at several challenging area courses.

               

Marcell community park has a paved walking & rollerblade trail, tennis courts, softball field,

 horse shoes, playground equipment, informational kiosk, & picnic grounds.

 

Essential nearby services include fuel, food, churches, hospitals, & emergency services. 

Marcell has a newly opened medical clinic, just 5 minutes from Big Timber.

 

Located 3 miles north of Big Timber in Marcell is the

“Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center”.

 At the Discovery Center, you can learn about wildlife,

history, obtain maps & gifts, fishing information, and more. 

While here you’ll want to visit the following places…

              

 

Forest History Center … Visit a turn of the century northern Minnesota logging camp

where you can explore interpretive trails, climb the fire tower, interact with

knowledgeable staff, & view museum exhibits showing the history of Minnesota forests

 from ancient times to the present.

 

Chippewa National Forest’s Lost 40… Explore this remote stand of virgin White

& Red Pines which because of a surveying error, was never logged.

A one-mile self-guided trail winds its way through these majestic 350 year old pines.

The Lost 40 is actually 144 acres!

 

           

 

Little American Falls… A beautiful waterfall on the north flowing Bigfork River near Effie.

Bring a picnic basket, camera, & your fishing pole as its good fishing just below the falls.

 

Judy Garland’s Birthplace & Museum…  Visit the house where ”Wizard of Oz” actress

Judy Garland was born.  A great museum.  Located in Grand Rapids.

 

Scenic State Park…  With its pristine lakes & virgin pines, this state park lives up to its name!

Scenic has a wonderful swimming beach & an awesome hiking trail named the “Chase Point Trail”

 Located south of Bigfork.

 

Suomi Hills… A primitive, non-motorized area set aside within the Chippewa National Forest.

It has 21 miles of trails & numerous small lakes. 

Sort of a miniature version of the Boudary Waters Canoe Area.

Suomi Hills has gorgeous fall colors & good grouse hunting!

Located a quick 10 minutes south of Big Timber.

 

Hill Annex Mine… The world’s largest open pit iron mine. Open for tours.

Located in Calumet, which is just east of Grand Rapids.

 

“The bargains are great on Highway 38”  This autumn, escape the drone of the city,

 pick up some treasures & experience the annual “Edge of the Wilderness” 47-mile long

fall garage sale scheduled for September 20 & 21.

Contact us via Email at: bigtimberresort@hotmail.com

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