Knotted Pine Inn and Tavern in Isabella, MN offers basic cabins, a laid-back bar, kid-friendly service, and direct snowmobile trail access. Rated 4.6 from 152 reviews.
Visitors appreciate the laid-back atmosphere, cold beer, and welcoming staff at this rural inn and tavern. The convenient location on snowmobile trails and the affordable cabins draw outdoor enthusiasts, though some note the basic accommodations could use occasional upkeep.
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Knotted Pine Inn and Tavern is a rural inn located in Isabella, Minnesota, offering basic cabin accommodations alongside a laid-back tavern. The property is favored for its straightforward lodging options and easy access to nearby snowmobile trails, making it a practical choice for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to explore the local natural surroundings.
The tavern serves as a central gathering spot with a friendly, rustic atmosphere where guests can enjoy cold beer, pizza, and other drinks. Reviewers frequently mention the welcoming service, cozy environment, and amenities such as a pool table and darts. The bar attracts a variety of visitors, including snowmobilers and bikers, creating a community-oriented setting that some find a refreshing contrast to more commercialized venues.
While the cabins are described as affordable and clean, some reviews note minor maintenance needs, such as attention to pest control. Despite occasional issues, the staff’s responsiveness and accommodating nature have been appreciated, particularly given the challenges posed by the northern Minnesota climate.
The inn’s location along Highway 1 places it within driving distance of Duluth International Airport and near other outdoor activities like White Wilderness Sled Dog Adventures. Nearby accommodations include the Little Isabella River Campground. The property is well-suited to visitors seeking a simple, no-frills base for recreational activities such as snowmobiling, hunting, or exploring the rural landscape.
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Driving through the backwoods late at night, and we found a bar on the side of the road! We walk in, the cowbell goes off and everyone looks at us. Then we sit down, hang out, get some drinks and they turn on the background music This place was very cozy, and they had exactly what we wanted for beer. The staff and owner were great, and they had Terminator playing on the TV. Definitely worth stopping by if you are in this neck of the woods.
Stopped in with a buddy on our bikes today for a quick stop. Friendly service, cold beer, and cool little place. Stopping at these places is a fresh relief from commercialized places. It had a great neighborly feel when another biker stopped by needing a hand and the other customers jumped up to help. Great place and highly recommended if you're around.
$17 for a 14" sausage & mushroom pizza + 2*Dr Peppers was good value. Was able to top up my water + charge electricals. Some friendly locals at the bar
I love this resort for snowmobiling. We keep saying we should come up for ATV season. Owners are always super accommodating even when snafu's occur. Our crew tries to come annually and nobody has ever been disappointed. Affordable and clean cabins. Great bar at the resort. Right on the snowmobile trails and nice riding to everywhere in the area you want to visit. Definitely appreciate them!!! Always looking forward to more visits!
Friendly out of the norm bar in the boonies. Better than average bar pizza, and always COLD BEER! Really great owners who are as friendly, and always willing to help. I hope the Greenwood fire steers clear enough from the Knotted Pine, and everyone is safe! Whenever I travel out of Ely and down HWY1, I stop. Hang in there Scott, Dana, and staff.....you are in my thoughts.
Great charming little rustic spot for a bite and a drink when you get off the trails. Pizza and cheesebread hit the spot, great beer selection and plenty other drinks too including NA. Great decor, pool table and darts, and a piano!
We stayed over night wed. Two couples to grouse hunt..loved the area and the trails. We also had a pizza and some drinks in the lodge and the staff and people in the bar were very friendly..Our cabin could use a little tlc and a trap for the mouse..but overall we all enjoyed it.
Its winter in Northern MN and it can be hard to keep up with issues caused by the extreme cold. Knotted Pine took care of our issues in short order and was so very nice about everything. Great place, great location and great staff. Cannot wait to get back up there. Best pizza for miles!
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110 reviews Deep Lk Rd, Isabella, MN 55607, United States
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