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Cascade River State Park

Cascade River State Park

Cascade River State Park

Come to Cascade for the rushing river and grand waterfalls that lay within a gorge, lush with moss and ferns that grow on black volcanic rocks. Hike the trail through birch, spruce and white cedar; stop to see the views of Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world. Trails connect with the Superior Hiking Trail and the North Shore State Trail and offer great recreational opportunities to hikers and cross-country skiers. Drive-in and backpack campsites are available.

Highlights

  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Skiing (Cross Country)
  • Fishing
  • Waterfalls
  • Scenic Areas

Camping & Lodging

  • Summer/Winter – Drive-in – 40 Sites
  • Summer/Winter- Pull-Through – 4 Sites
  • Summer/Winter- Backpack Sites – 5 Sites
  • Summer/Winter – Group Camp – 2 Sites (Up to 20 People)

Facilities

  • Summer – Showers
  • Summer – Flush Toilets
  • Summer/Winter – Vault Toilets
  • Summer – Dump Station

Trails

  • Summer – Hiking – 18 Miles
  • Winter – Cross Country Skiing – 17 Miles
  • Winter – Snowmobile – 2 Miles
  • Winter – Snowshoe – Anywhere Except Groomed Trails

Getting There

10 miles southwest of Grand Marais, and approximately 265 miles from the Twin Cities. The office is located just off State Highway 61 at mile post 101.

Phone Number  (218) 387-3053

Park Information

Photo Source – Philip Schwartz

Reservations

Park Map

 

Content the property of Cascade River State Park and MN Department of Natural Resources. Photography the property of Philip Schwartz Photography.

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