Smoke Blankets Northland’s Iconic Views | Duluth News

Smoke from raging wildfires in the Boundary Waters is blanketing the Northland, turning Lake Superior into a ghostly haze and obscuring iconic spots like Split Rock Lighthouse. While some visitors embrace the moody, artistic vibe for photos, others cut trips short due to poor air quality. Beachgoers like a couple from Eagan still enjoy the water, skipping rocks despite the smog. But further north, places like Lutsen Mountains and Grand Marais are shrouded in thick, choking smoke — so dense visibility from Pincushion Mountain is nearly zero. It’s a stark reminder of how wildfires are reshaping the region’s beauty — and breathing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0e977f902801e43e