Tettegouche State Park, State park with waterfalls in Lake County, Minnesota.
Four inland lakes, waterfalls, and cliff formations shape the natural landscape within 9,346 acres of protected wilderness along Lake Superior's northern shore point.
The Tettegouche Club, formed by local businessmen, acquired the land from Alger-Smith Lumber Company in 1910 and maintained its preservation until 1971.
Native American tribes established the first trails through the region, creating pathways that modern hiking routes continue to follow across the park terrain.
The park maintains 22 miles of hiking paths, 12 miles of ski trails, and multiple camping options including drive-in sites and remote cabins near Mic Mac Lake.
High Falls on the Baptism River reaches 70 feet in height, marking it as the tallest waterfall completely contained within Minnesota's borders.
Location: Lake County
Inception: 1979
Address: 5702 Highway 61, Silver Bay, MN 55614
Phone: +12183538800
Email: tettegouche.statepark@state.mn.us
Website: https://dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00269
GPS coordinates: 47.33583,-91.19944
Latest update: May 22, 2025 12:23
Minnesota contains numerous locations away from the main tourist circuits. The state stretches from the shores of Lake Superior to the southern prairies, encompassing historic lighthouses, underground mines, waterfalls, and Japanese gardens. Visitors find both natural landscapes and cultural sites that tell the story of the region's history. Notable locations include prehistoric rock carvings at Jeffers Petroglyphs Site, where indigenous peoples left their marks thousands of years ago, and sacred trees of Ojibwe culture. The geological formation known as Devil's Kettle, a waterfall whose course puzzled scientists for years, attracts visitors interested in natural phenomena. Historic mines provide insight into Minnesota's industrial past, while lighthouses recall the maritime history along the largest of the Great Lakes.
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38.1 km
Split Rock Lighthouse
19.7 km
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Two Harbors Lighthouse
50.2 km
George H. Crosby Manitou State Park
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John Dwan Office Building
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Finland State Forest
25.9 km
Devils Island Light
45.6 km
Sand Island Light
42 km
Black Beach
5.9 km
North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum
38.5 km
Schroeder Lumber Company Bunkhouse
32.5 km
Lake County Courthouse and Sheriff's Residence
50 km
Bridge No. 3589
45.6 km
Isabella Ranger Station
39.8 km
Sevona Cabin
45.9 km
Two Harbors Carnegie Library
49.9 km
North Shore Adventure Park
6.3 km
Gooseberry Falls State Park CCC/WPA/Rustic Style Historic Resources
29.2 km
Pebble Beach
20.4 km
Split Rock Lighthouse Overlook
20.4 km
Finland Lookout Tower
13.6 km
Lady Slipper Lodge
29.2 km
Agate Beach
29 km
Flood Bay
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