Rock climbing
Learn to geocache at Adventure Day
Snowshoe to the Baptism River
Learn about nature from a Naturalist
winter naturalist activities
Hike the Baptism River or forest trails
Year round fun in the winter
Climb the High Falls trails
Sharpen your photography skills
Don't miss Shovel Point
Interpretive exhibits
Contact Information
Tettegouche State Park
5702 Highway 61Silver Bay, MN 55614
The park is located 58 miles northeast of Duluth. Entrance to the park is 4 1/2 miles northeast of Silver Bay on U.S. Highway 61.
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This park is a spectacular destination. Hike out to the rocky, wind-swept Shovel Point or back into one of the four, quiet inland lakes. And, of course, don't miss the beautiful High Falls on the Baptism River, the highest waterfall fully inside Minnesota's borders. 23 mi of hiking trails, 12 miles of groomed ski trails and 12 miles of snowmobile trails. Hike-in to one of four rental cabins on Mic Mac Lake or drive to the Illgen Falls Cabin.
Dates
Park permits: $35 annual, $26 second vehicle, $12 handicapped, or $7 daily. Camping fees are separate.Book an online reservation 24 hours a day.
Phone reservations can be made by calling 866-857-2757 (TTY: 952-936-4008) Apr–Sep, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. D
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Seasonality
- Open in fall
- Open in winter
- Open in summer
On-Site Facilities & Services
- Located on a lake or river
On-Site Recreation
- Bike trail
- Canoes or kayaks available
- Cross-country ski trail (groomed)
- Hiking trail
- Lake/river access (boat ramp)
- Snowmobile trail (groomed)
- Snowshoes available
Green Practices
- Eco-friendly landscape/facility design
- Eco-friendly purchasing practices
- Energy efficiency/conservation
- Waste reduction/reuse/recycling
- Water conservation/wastewater management plan
Attraction Attributes
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Number/Type of Campsites
- Number of tent-only sites: 20
- Number of tent-only sites available in winter: 6
- Total number of campsites: 48
- Total number of campsites available in winter: 12
Campground Features
- 50 amp
- Camping accessible to people with disabilities
- Electric
- Flush toilets in campground
- Group camp facilities
- Hot showers in campground
- Lodge/central building
- Pets allowed in campsite
- Secluded campsites
Campground Type
- State Parks Campgrounds
Length of Stay
- Daily site rental
What's Nearby
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Get an up-close view of the middle falls at Gooseberry Falls State Park / Justin Pruden
Mickey's Diner in St. Paul / Jim Hoffman
At 60 feet high, the High Falls at Tettegouche State Park is the tallest waterfall within Minnesota's state border
Superior National Golf Course offers 27 holes of spectacular golf on the North Shore of Lake Superior / Wander the Map
There's nothing quite like an invigorating winter camping trip / © mumemories - stock.adobe.com
Victorian Bed & Breakfast decorated for the holidays / Lanesboro Christmas Inn Tour in Lanesboro
Silver Bay at Tettegouche State Park / Credit: Melissa Teng
The Gitchi-Gami State Trail on the North Shore / Credit: Waqar Ahmad
A moose stands by the road near Grand Marais / Jackie Scherer
White water kayaking in Kettle River Banning State Park / Jim Blake
A couple canoeing in the BWCA / Paul Vincent
A family kayaking on the Mississippi River / Chelsea and Eric Eul, Courtesy of Clear Waters Outfitting
Lutsen Mountains gondola / Buffalo Media Group
A packed Bar Lurcat patio in the summer / Krivit Photography, courtesy of Meet Minneapolis
Blue skies beckon at Voyageurs National Park / Credit: Paul Vincent