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Sign for "Wharf" in Ranier, Minnesota, near Rainy Lake, with an ice cream cone graphic and text: "Open Every Day, Memorial Day to Labor Day." Colorful wooden signs list various ice cream flavors by the waterfront. | Rainy Lake, MN

The Wharf Ice Cream Shop

Sign for "Wharf" in Ranier, Minnesota, near Rainy Lake, with an ice cream cone graphic and text: "Open Every Day, Memorial Day to Labor Day." Colorful wooden signs list various ice cream flavors by the waterfront. | Rainy Lake, MN

A sweet stop along the Rainy Lake waterfront, The Wharf Ice Cream Shop serves up classic ice cream treats in a fun. Connected to Rainy Lake Inn & Suites and next to Loony’s Brew, Cantilever Distillery, Ranier Beach. Perfect for families, boaters, and anyone craving a scoop while exploring Ranier. Grab a cone and enjoy the views of Rainy Lake. 🍦🌊

Open Memorial – Labor Day

A person in a gray sweatshirt receives ice cream from a smiling worker in a pink shirt and cap at a Rainy Lake walk-up window. The worker is handing over a cone through the window counter, bringing sweet joy to this Minnesota moment. | Rainy Lake, MN

2065 Spruce Street, Ranier, MN, United States, Minnesota

218-286-5699

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