Fire near Lutsen Mountains at Caribou Highlands Lodge burns townhome

Lutsen Lodge owner charged for 2024 fire

The owner of the Lutsen Lodge has been charged after the resort burned down in 2024. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the story.

LUTSEN, Minn. (FOX 9) - A townhome complex operating as part of the Caribou Highlands Lodge near Lutsen Mountains caught fire Monday afternoon.

Lutsen townhome fire

What we know:

At around 1:57 p.m. authorities say a report was received that flames were visible from outside a townhome building.

FOX 9 has confirmed that several fire departments were called to the fire at the townhome complex operated by Caribou Highlands Lodge on March 16. Responding crews included the Lutsen Fire Department and first responders, Tofte Fire Department, Schroder Fire Department, Grand Marais Fire Department, Cook County Ambulance and the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.

One building containing three townhomes was completely engulfed, and two neighboring buildings were evacuated as a precaution, authorities have said.

Lutsen Lodge fire: Long road ahead after charges

Following charges related to a fire that burned down the historic Lutsen Lodge at Lutsen Mountains, FOX 9’s Rob Olson spoke with a Minnesota north shore journalist who details the long road ahead for the resort and accompanying trial.

Big picture view:

In February 2024, the historic Lutsen Lodge caught fire overnight.

Bryce Campbell, owner of Lutsen Lodge, was charged with arson and insurance fraud for his part in a February 2024 fire.

The year before, popular restaurant and bar on the resort, Papa Charlie’s, also burned down.

No charges were ever filed in that incident.

What's next:

FOX 9 will update this story as more information becomes available.