Minnesota State Parks Near Grand Marais

Judge C. R. Magney State Park is one of Minnesota's most distinctive North Shore parks, best known for the unusual Devil's Kettle waterfall and the scenic Brule River gorge. Visitors come for dramatic geology, forested trails, wildlife viewing, and a peaceful setting near Lake Superior.

Cascade River State Park features the Cascade River’s series of rapids and waterfalls as it cuts through a deep, wooded valley before reaching Lake Superior. The park is popular for scenic hikes, wildlife viewing, camping, and access to some of Minnesota’s most striking North Shore scenery.

Temperance River State Park features a striking river canyon, scenic overlooks, and access to the rocky shoreline of Lake Superior. Its mix of waterfalls, forested trails, and picnic areas makes it a popular stop along the North Shore Scenic Drive.

Grand Portage State Park is best known for High Falls, a 120-foot waterfall on the Pigeon River, reached by an accessible paved trail and viewing platforms. The park also offers forested river scenery, wildlife viewing, and a strong connection to Ojibwe and fur-trade history.

Split Rock Lighthouse State Park combines Lake Superior scenery with one of the state’s most photographed landmarks. The park offers shoreline hiking, picnic areas, camping, and access to the historic lighthouse complex.

Tettegouche State Park is one of Minnesota's most scenic parks, featuring high cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and miles of Lake Superior shoreline. Its mix of forest, lake, and river landscapes makes it a favorite for hiking, photography, and outdoor adventure.

George H. Crosby Manitou State Park features dramatic terrain, dense boreal forest, and one of Minnesota’s most secluded park experiences. Its steep ridges, river gorges, and waterfalls make it a favorite for hikers seeking solitude and natural scenery.

Gooseberry Falls State Park is one of Minnesota’s most popular North Shore destinations, featuring the Upper, Middle, and Lower Falls of Gooseberry River. The park also offers Lake Superior views, picnic areas, and year-round outdoor recreation in a classic boreal forest setting.