Fortune Bay Resort Casino, situated on Lake Vermilion, is a popular destination in the Iron Range area, attracting visitors from the Twin Cities, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Northern Illinois. The resort offers a variety of amenities and activities suitable for families and adults alike. It features the only hotel-style accommodations on the lake, with 172 clean and spacious rooms that are a bit dated but well-maintained. The resort boasts a beautiful marina, well-maintained grounds with flowers, and a golf course known as The Wilderness at Fortune Bay, which many visitors find excellent and scenic. The casino provides a fun experience with around 500-550 slot machines, a blackjack pit, and a unique poker room. Although some found the casino a bit dated, it is smoke-free and offers lots of fun with many wins reported. Guests enjoy amenities like an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, arcade, and fitness center, making it a relaxing place to unwind. The resort also hosts a summer outdoor music series and offers year-round activities such as pontoon rentals, skiing, and snowmobiling. Dining options include a steakhouse, the Wilderness Grill, and a café, though some visitors noted that restaurant hours can be inconsistent, and website updates would help. Overall, Fortune Bay Resort Casino is seen as a tranquil, scenic, and fun place to relax, play golf, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Nice golf course view, it took forever for the water to heat up.. Steak House felt like you were in a cooler.. very chilly
July 2025
The rooms seem outdated. The quick service food wasn’t bad. Breakfast was decent for the price.
July 2025
Great Summer outdoor music series. Excellent golf course. Beautiful marina and nice campgrounds. Casino seems dated. We didn't spend the night so can't comment on the rooms.
