Located high on the Laurentian Divide and midway across the historic Mesabi Range. Families will enjoy Buhl’s abundant recreational facilities and city infrastructure. The Mesabi Trail winds through Buhl offering visitors a panoramic view of the historic Grant Iron Mine. Along the trail is Stubler Beach, which offers a pavilion, swimming area, restrooms/changing rooms, and a fishing dock. Stubler and Judson Pits are stocked for trout fishing and you’ll find remote portage in lakes just north of the city. The City of Buhl also features a scenic walking trail which winds around Stubler and Judson Pits. Burton Park features three bocce ball courts, playground equipment, a pavilion, two baseball fields, a basketball court, restroom facilities and skateboard ramps. Coming in 2018….an 18 hole championship disc golf course at Judson Pit; now under construction. The campground offers eight rustic campsites with fire pits, elevated tent pads and a picnic area. The Buhl Library is home to the City’s most precious artifacts and is celebrating it’s centennial this year. Be sure to stop and sample Buhl’s famous water, named, “The finest drinking water in America”, which is taken from an underground glacial river 700 feet below the surface. Buhl Water is absolutely refreshing! We invite you and your family to visit Buhl and find out why the Iron Range is a great way to getaway!
Buhl has a Mayor-Council form of government consisting of the Mayor and four City Council persons, each having an equal vote. The City Council holds regular meetings. Meetings take place in the council room at city hall on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m.
