Ruth Lake - Emily

Crow Wing County

Ruth Lake is located in Emily, Minnesota, 50 miles south of Grand Rapids. 106 miles to the east is Duluth and Minneapolis is 144 miles south. There are a few smaller airfields nearby, but the closest major airport is Duluth International Airport, which is typically just over two hours away. Urgent care can be provided at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, 25 minutes away. Snacks and groceries can be found at Lake Country Foods & Gas Inc., only a mile away. Many highly rated restaurants are nearby, such as Diner’s Chicken Shack and Big Al’s Bar and Grill.

Lake Life

With 599 acres, opportunities for fun and excitement on Ruth Lake are endless. Great ways to enjoy the lake are boating, jet skiing, wakeboarding, and swimming. A public boat landing can be found on the northwestern side of the lake. Anglers looking to cast out a line have a chance to reel in northern pike, walleye, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and panfish.

Visit Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is an hour's drive from Ruth Lake and makes for a fantastic day trip! If you’re interested in learning the history of logging in this part of the state, head down to the Forest History Center. You can see a recreation of a white pine logging camp from 1900, listen to stories from loggers and forest service patrolmen from different eras, or get a bird’s eye view from a 100-foot fire tower. Follow the yellow brick road to the Judy Garland Museum, where you can get a glimpse at the world’s largest Judy Garland and Wizard of Oz museum! Here, you'll find artifacts from Judy's life and movies, like the world-famous ruby-red slippers. If you’re getting hungry, you can check out the great restaurants that Grand Rapids has to offer, like Mitu Srilankan and Indian Cuisine, Donkey Taqueria, and Heritage Restaurant.

Weekend In Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway while still offering beautiful, natural scenery. For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular, featuring a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state. Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours. Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way. When visitors are hungry and heading back to the city, there's something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

A Great Place To Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a vacation home, or a full-time retirement residence, Ruth Lake is a perfect choice for a peaceful and quiet lifestyle.