Tribal Dispensaries in Minnesota

Last verified: March 2026

Open to Everyone 21+

You do not need to be a tribal member to shop at a tribal dispensary in Minnesota. These dispensaries are open to all adults 21 and older — residents and visitors alike. They accept standard government-issued photo IDs and sell a full range of cannabis products including flower, edibles, concentrates, pre-rolls, and more.

How Tribal Dispensaries Operate

Minnesota's tribal nations operate cannabis dispensaries under sovereign authority. Under federal Indian law, federally recognized tribes can establish their own laws and regulatory frameworks on tribal lands. This is why tribal dispensaries were able to open before the state's licensing system was in place.

Key points about tribal dispensaries:

• Operate under tribal law, not state OCM licensing
• Located on tribal trust lands
• Open to all adults 21+ regardless of tribal affiliation
• Set their own product menus, pricing, and hours
• Revenue supports tribal communities and programs

Tribal Dispensaries Open to Visitors

Red Lake NativeCare Cannabis

The first legal cannabis dispensary in Minnesota. Red Lake Nation's NativeCare opened on August 1, 2023 — the same day possession became legal statewide under HF 100, and more than two years before state-licensed dispensaries began sales. NativeCare is located on the Red Lake Reservation in northern Minnesota and offers a full range of cannabis products.

• Location: Red Lake Reservation, northern Minnesota
• Opened: August 1, 2023
• Open to: All adults 21+

Fond du Lac ANANG Dispensary

The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa operates the ANANG dispensary in Cloquet, Minnesota. Located along the I-35 corridor between the Twin Cities and Duluth, ANANG is conveniently positioned for visitors heading to the North Shore or returning from Duluth.

• Location: Cloquet, Minnesota (Fond du Lac Reservation)
• Open to: All adults 21+

Shakopee Mdewakanton — Flame & Flora

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community operates Flame & Flora near the Mystic Lake Casino complex in Shakopee, just southwest of Minneapolis. This makes it one of the most accessible tribal dispensaries for visitors staying in the Twin Cities metro area.

• Location: Shakopee, Minnesota (near Mystic Lake Casino)
• Open to: All adults 21+
• Nearby attractions: Mystic Lake Casino, Canterbury Park, Valleyfair

What to Expect

Shopping at a tribal dispensary is similar to any licensed dispensary:

1. Bring valid ID — government-issued photo ID showing you are 21+
2. Check in — your ID will be verified at the door
3. Browse or ask for help — staff (budtenders) can help you choose products
4. Purchase — cash is widely accepted; some locations take cards
5. Products are packaged in sealed, labeled containers

Tribal Sovereignty and Cannabis

The legal authority for tribal dispensaries comes from tribal sovereignty — the inherent right of federally recognized tribes to govern themselves on tribal lands. While states can legalize cannabis within their borders, tribes can do the same independently. Minnesota's tribal nations chose to exercise this authority, making them pioneers in the state's cannabis landscape.

For the full history of tribal cannabis in Minnesota, including the legal framework and the role of sovereign authority, see our Tribal Nations and Cannabis page.

Official Sources

• Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM)
• Red Lake Nation
• Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
• Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community