Transportation from Duluth Airport to Grand Portage

Questions about how to get to the island and where to stay near points of departure.

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Transportation from Duluth Airport to Grand Portage

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There are 3 of us backpacking the length of the island in August, but have yet to figure out a good way to get back and forth from the airport (Duluth). Any suggestions? Apparently Happy Times Bus Tours used to travel that, but they no longer run that route. Renting a car and having it sit for the 8 days we are on the island seems silly.

We were planning on staying at the Lodge and Casino, but now I find out that it is "Rendevous weekend and everything in a 30 mile radius is booked!! HELP!!!
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What dates are you talking about?
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Let me know the dates and I might be able to shuttle you up there.
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Re: Transportation from Duluth Airport to Grand Portage

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You could check with Harriet Quarles in Grand Marais. She often shuttles people along the SHT and she does rides to Duluth at least once a week. 1-800-962-0409 or 218-387-1801
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Re: Transportation from Duluth Airport to Grand Portage

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We are flying in Aug 13th, getting the ferry the 14th leaving the island the 22nd flying out on Aug 23rd.

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Dang, I'll be out on the West Coast that week, so I won't be able to help you out. Sorry :(

Check out what Kevin L says above, and keep us posted on your progress and what you find.
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Re: Transportation from Duluth Airport to Grand Portage

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We will be staying in Grand Marais our first night (the 13th) and will need to get to the ferry the 14th. I haven't had a chance to try Harriot Quarels yet, will try there tomorrow and let you know what I find out.
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