6 miles NE of Grand Portage on Highway 61 on border of Canada and the U.S. 200 yards south of U.S. Customs.
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Grand Portage State Park has beautiful and accessible views, like the highest waterfall in the state. It is an easy one-half mile, wheelchair accessible paved trail to Partridge Falls. There is also a rugged 3.5-mile hiking trail to Middle Falls, with spectacular ridgetop views of Lake Superior and Canada. The spectacular scenery sets the stage for hiking, photography, picnicking, and more. This park is day use only and does not offer overnight camping.
Hours & Dates
Phone reservations can be made by calling 866-857-2757 (TTY: 952-936-4008) Apr–Sep, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Daily; Oct–Mar, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon – Fri and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat & Sun CT.Rates
Park permits: $35 annual, $26 second vehicle, $12 handicapped, or $7 daily.
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Attraction Attributes
- Accessible to disabled
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
Based on 195 reviews
We loved the trail and the waterfalls were very pretty. The trails are easy to walk on and without rocks or obstacles. Perfect for families or older couples as well as the average person. We...
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Ritamarie J,
September 17, 2020
We enjoyed the trail to the middle falls. It had some steep places and switchbacks but not too difficult. There were a lot of people on the shorter trail but it got less crowded the farther we hiked...
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MGMoss,
August 30, 2020
This forest is beautiful. It officially has my favorite waterfall in the state so far from the ones I've seen. The whole area is gorgeous and you see Canada on the other side which was a neat...
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desifoto,
August 26, 2020
We moved to Minnesota nine years ago and I am still surprised how many Minnesotans have never been to our favorite state park. This was our forth visit to Grand Portage. The High Falls is an easy...
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michaelparkguy,
August 23, 2020
It is almost a 3 hour drive to get here from Duluth but it is worth it for the views! This park is right on the Minnesota/Canada border and has the highest waterfall in Minnesota. It is a 1 mile...
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BVELock,
August 17, 2020
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