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1 01, 2020

Cascade River State Park
Cascade River State Park

Cascade River State Park

Martha Finley2022-04-20T17:39:12+00:00Grand Marais, Lutsen, State Parks, Waterfalls|

Want to see a beautiful waterfall without much effort? Look no further than the gorgeous waterfalls at Cascade River State Park. Cascading down 30 feet, the Cascade River Falls is a sight to see. Conveniently, the falls are located a short, easy walk from the wayside rest/parking area located right on Highway 61 between Lutsen and Grand Marais. With easy parking and just a short hike to the falls, it's no wonder this is a very popular North Shore destination for many visitors all year round. The waterfall isn’t all there is to see and do in the park, however. [...]

1 01, 2020

Temperance River State Park
Temperance River State Park

Temperance River State Park

Martha Finley2022-04-11T14:48:04+00:00Schroeder/Tofte, State Parks, Waterfalls|

Temperance River State Park is a unique park with a trail that winds along the edge of the Temperance River. Located near Schroeder, Minnesota, the park has plenty of hiking trails and beautiful scenery. Visiting this state park should be at the top of your North Shore to-do list. Our Favorite Things to Do in Temperance River State Park 1. Hike to the Hidden Falls: With trails winding along both sides of the beautiful Temperance River, taking this hike is a no-brainer. Hike the trail to the Hidden Falls or the Superior National Forest and be ready for some beautiful scenery [...]

1 01, 2020

George Crosby Manitou State Park
George Crosby Manitou State Park

George Crosby Manitou State Park

Martha Finley2021-02-25T23:04:54+00:00Beaver Bay/Silver Bay/Finland, State Parks|

Looking for a state park that's off the beaten path? Perhaps, on with fewer visitors per year than other North Shore state parks? If that's what you desire, look no further than the George Crosby Manitou State Park. This unique and lesser-known state park is located near the town of Finland. The park is located north of Highway 61, away from Lake Superior. Because of its location, it doesn’t receive as many visitors as the more popular state parks located along Lake Superior. With less human traffic, you are more likely to spot wildlife like deer, bear, moose, hare, red [...]

1 01, 2020

Tettegouche State Park
Tettegouche State Park

Tettegouche State Park

Martha Finley2022-04-27T20:41:55+00:00Beaver Bay/Silver Bay/Finland, State Parks, Waterfalls|

Tettegouche State Park encompasses over 9,000 acres of pristine wilderness. Located near Silver Bay, Minnesota, the park offers a variety of activities for visitors. It is home to several lakes and rivers, as well as miles of scenic hiking trails and a beautiful visitor’s center. It is home to Shovel Point, Palisade Head, and the now-gone Sea Stack. Our Favorite Things to do in Tettegouche State Park 1. Take a Hike: Hike up to the High Falls waterfall, the highest waterfall located entirely within Minnesota. Or, head over to one of the six inland lakes contained within the park. They are [...]

1 01, 2020

Minnesota State Park Hiking Club
Minnesota State Park Hiking Club

Minnesota State Park Hiking Club

Martha Finley2021-10-05T16:40:19+00:00Activities & Attractions|

Did you know that the Minnesota State Park system has a hiking club that features 68 hiking trails scattered in state parks throughout Minnesota? The trails highlighted in the Hiking Club are specific trails that lead hikers to the main attraction of each park. The trails are marked with hiking club signs, including a sign at the end of the trail (or at the turnaround point) with a password unique to the area. The club offers hikers a great way to explore some of the best and most popular attractions throughout the state. Trail highlights include everything from waterfalls, to [...]

1 01, 2020

Pincushion Trail System
Pincushion Trail System

Pincushion Trail System

Martha Finley2021-10-05T16:33:47+00:00Activities & Attractions, Grand Marais|

Because of its varied terrain, the Pincushion Trail system offers many acres and miles of trails. Trails for hikers, bikers, skiers, fat-tire bikers, birders, and more! Plus, it's high vantage point provides a spectacular overlook of the town of Grand Marais. For hikers, the 15 miles of Pincushion Mountain’s trails offer loops to Lake Superior’s North Shore, the Devil’s Track River, and more! Keep an eye out along the way for countless birch, aspen, and pine trees. Hikers can use either the cross-country ski or biking trails but must keep alert at all times. There are about six miles of [...]

1 01, 2020

Gooseberry Falls State Park
Gooseberry Falls State Park

Gooseberry Falls State Park

Martha Finley2022-03-22T20:02:31+00:00Beaches, State Parks, Two Harbors/Castle Danger, Waterfalls|

Gooseberry Falls State Park is known as the gateway to the North Shore and is one of Minnesota’s most popular state parks. It has a lot to offer and many things to see and do. Very easily, you could spend a whole day exploring the park and still not see everything. Accessing the park is easy! A large parking area is located a short drive off of Highway 61. The park is located in between Two Harbors and Beaver Bay and just a few miles from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Here is a list of our seven favorite things [...]

1 01, 2020

Temperance River Gorge
Temperance River Gorge

Temperance River Gorge

Martha Finley2022-04-11T14:57:45+00:00Activities & Attractions, Schroeder/Tofte, Waterfalls|

The Temperance River Gorge is a narrow river and waterfall section of the Temperance River located in Temperance River State Park. The water in the river flows through high-walled rock outcroppings. The gorge can be found above the parking area on Highway 61 and is viewable after a short hike. How the Gorge Was Created Have you ever wondered what the source of the Temperance River is and how it became so powerful? Or, how the beautiful cauldrons were created along the walls of the river canyon? The river's source is Brule Lake. It originates in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area [...]

1 01, 2020

George Washington Pines
George Washington Pines

George Washington Pines

Martha Finley2021-10-05T16:02:20+00:00Activities & Attractions, Gunflint Trail/BWCA|

Nowadays, it’s hard to find a place where you can be surrounded by enormous towering pines and still be able to navigate your way through a trail. However, the George Washington Pines Memorial Trail outside of Grand Marais lets you experience just that on a 2.25-mile trail. The George Washington Memorial Pine Plantation was established when 13 boys from the Grand Marais Boy Scout Troop #67 planted 32 acres of land with 14,570 Norway Pine and 7,500, White Pine, in 1932 after a 1927 fire. A short spur from the parking lot off the Gunflint Trail will lead you to a hiking loop. [...]

1 01, 2020

Wolf Rock
Wolf Rock

Wolf Rock

Martha Finley2021-02-23T23:02:55+00:00Activities & Attractions, Two Harbors/Castle Danger|

The Superior Hiking Trail offers visitors the opportunity to travel by foot to many unique places along the North Shore that would likely be inaccessible otherwise. The trail takes hikers past gorgeous lakes and waterfalls, up to incredible Lake Superior overlooks and through the beautiful Boreal Forest. Though the trail as a whole is something we recommend to all hikers who are able to explore, there is a list of trail sections that we prefer over the others. One of these sections leads hikers to Wolf Rock. Wolf Rock is a Superior Hiking trail overlook near Two Harbors that allows [...]

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