Ishkode Dispensary is owned and operated by the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa on the Vermilion Lake Reservation in Tower, Minnesota. "Ishkode" means "fire" in Ojibwe. As a tribal dispensary, Ishkode is exempt from Minnesota's state cannabis excise tax, typically saving customers around 22 percent compared to state-licensed stores. The dispensary sits at 1420 Bois Forte Rd — just off Highway 169, the main artery connecting the Iron Range to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Ely. Ishkode carries flower, edibles, vapes, pre-rolls, and accessories and serves as the northernmost licensed cannabis dispensary in Minnesota's arrowhead region.
Hours of Operation
Why Visit Ishkode Dispensary?
- 1Top-rated with 4.6 stars from 14 customers
- 2Tribal dispensary with potential tax savings and competitive pricing
- 3Free parking available on-site
- 4Serves both medical patients and recreational customers
- 5Wide selection including Flower, Pre-Rolls, Vapes and more
Tribal Dispensary
Bois Forte Band
💰 No state cannabis excise tax — tribal sovereignty
Amenities & Payment
Products Available
Menu (2 products)
Butters - 3.5g
Mac-1 - 3.5g
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Best buds I’ve smoked easily maybe cuz it’s -36 out whatever definitely worth it I suggest the hybrids
I probably wouldn't recommend prices are to high and I bought a disposable cart from there and within 2 days it was shot so I called to speak to a manager he wasnt in they left a not on his desk the employee said. But I have not got a phone call yet to right this wrong. Update. He called left a message on my phone and said I was fully refund lol I still have the empty cart at my home so did you ask for an ID when you gave this refund because I ever received one ill gladly bring you the cart that you still have done nothing about.
This is a great shop! Inventory grows each time I visit. The budtenders are always helpful.
They are more remote than NativeCare but it’s a great location, great vibe in the store and staff were so helpful and friendly! With all of the other things to see it was definitely the trip!
Welcoming environment.
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Simple shop. Minimal menu. 2xs as expensive as online purchases. Hopefully they change that soon. Not bad product tho. Nothing special either. Less u want to pass out immediately with thier indicas and hybrids.
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Staff was cool, good music, very reasonable prices, they had flower carts gummies everything! All made by native folks and the product was great and the branding was very unique and cool, which I liked compared to some of the other more corporate dispensaries I have experienced in other states. Let's just say I'll be back soon Thanks Ishkode crew!
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Bud tender was knowledgeable, carts were reasonably priced
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I've been in the shop about 10 times, haven't had a bad experience yet! Laid back atmosphere with good music and limited occupancy for easy conversation with the great staff. If you're thinking about a trip up to Fortune Bay, hit Ishkode first and make the safe bet with your money
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Knowledgeable and great customer service, Great products and HIGHly recommend!
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Thanks for dropping a review! Always good vibes here at Ishkode — hope to see you back soon for more!
Great selection + cool space!
Had what we wanted
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