Tony, hwy 2 is basicallly a straight shot into Duluth... haha. And it's just over 2 hours if you don't drive like a puss. I usually make it out there twice a year.
Also I was just about to call mark and ask him if the tow rope is actually going in this year, thanks for reminding me haha.
But pretty much the hill up there is what you make of it. If you go in expecting an amazing park, you're going to have a bad time. But if you just want to have fun it's awesome, everyone knows everyone and its just a super good vibe out there.