Photography Parks Near Duluth

Discover 9 parks for photography within driving distance of Duluth

Pattison State Park

Superior, Wisconsin
15 miles away

"Duluth visitors often cross the bridge for a quick nature escape with waterfalls and swimming. The park is an easy add-on to a North Shore or Twin Ports itinerary."

A scenic Northwoods park known for Big Manitou Falls, the state’s tallest waterfall, and beautiful forested lake country.

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Amnicon Falls State Park

South Range, Wisconsin
18 miles away

"Duluth visitors can easily cross the bridge for a scenic Wisconsin outing. The park appeals to travelers looking to add a waterfall stop to a North Shore or Twin Ports itinerary."

A scenic Northwoods park known for its waterfalls, river scenery, and picnic-friendly day-use areas.

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Gooseberry Falls State Park

Two Harbors, Minnesota
27 miles away

"Duluth is the largest nearby city and a common starting point for North Shore trips. Visitors often pair a day at Gooseberry Falls with Duluth’s harbor, museums, and dining."

A North Shore park known for its waterfalls, Lake Superior shoreline, and scenic hiking.

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Split Rock Lighthouse State Park

Two Harbors, Minnesota
55 miles away

"Duluth is the largest nearby city and a popular starting point for a North Shore road trip. Many visitors combine a stay in Duluth with a day trip to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park."

A Lake Superior park known for its iconic lighthouse, dramatic cliffs, and scenic shoreline.

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George H. Crosby Manitou State Park

Silver Bay, Minnesota
56 miles away

"Duluth is the largest nearby city and a common starting point for a North Shore road trip. Visitors from Duluth often come for a day hike or a quiet overnight in a less crowded park."

A remote North Shore park with rugged hiking, old-growth forest, and the Manitou River.

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Copper Falls State Park

Mellen, Wisconsin
60 miles away

"Duluth visitors often head east for a change of pace from the Lake Superior shoreline to inland forest and waterfalls. Copper Falls is a favorite destination for scenic drives and outdoor recreation."

A scenic northern Wisconsin park known for waterfalls, gorges, and rugged forested trails.

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Cascade River State Park

Lutsen, Minnesota
83 miles away

"Duluth is the largest nearby city and a common starting point for North Shore road trips. Visitors from Duluth often come for a weekend of hiking, camping, and scenic driving along Lake Superior."

A rugged North Shore park known for waterfalls, gorge views, and forested hiking near Lake Superior.

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Grand Portage State Park

Grand Portage, Minnesota
110 miles away

"Duluth is beyond the 60-mile range but remains a major regional gateway for North Shore travel. Many visitors from the city plan an extended drive to reach the park and the Canadian border."

A scenic border park featuring Minnesota's highest waterfall and striking views of the Pigeon River.

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Judge C. R. Magney State Park

Grand Marais, Minnesota
110 miles away

"Duluth is a major regional origin point for North Shore travelers, even though the park is a longer drive away. Many visitors from Duluth plan an overnight trip to experience the park's unique waterfall and gorge."

A North Shore park known for Devil's Kettle, scenic river gorges, and rugged forested hiking.

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