Area Travel - AmericInn^® of Silver Bay, MN

Welcome to Silver Bay and Beautiful Minnesota!

Silver Bay was started in 1951 when the Reserve Mining Company began to clear land for their new taconite processing plant along the shores of Lake Superior. Homes were first occupied in 1952 along with the completion of the school and a shopping center, followed by the opening of the plant in 1956. By 1960 the population had grown to 3723 residents.

Tourism became the second industry for the community with the development of the Silver Bay Marina. The Marina became a destination for fishing, sailing and pleasure boaters. The community also became a hub for many of the trail systems that cross the North Shore.

When you stay at the AmericInn Lodge and Suites of Silver Bay, you will find the ATV/Snowmobile trail located just off the parking lot, miles of hiking and biking trails are located just up the road, and state parks and nature areas that provide fabulous scenery, a variety of wildlife and opportunities for memorable photos.

Quick Area Guide

• Lake Superior 1 mi
• Silver Bay Marina 2 mi
• Canadian Border 100 mi
• Hiking/Biking Trails 2 mi
• North Shore Mining Company 1 mi
• Boundary Waters Canoe Area-Ely 65 mi
• Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort 30 mi
• Gunflint Trail 60 mi
• Baptism River Waterfalls 3 mi
• Two Harbors 30 mi