Witch Tree, Sacred cedar tree in Grand Portage, US
A northern white cedar tree grows from a granite rock formation along the Lake Superior shoreline, displaying gnarled branches and twisted trunk patterns.
French explorer Sieur de la Verendrye documented the cedar tree in 1731, noting it was already mature at that time, making it over 300 years old.
The Grand Portage Ojibwe people recognize this cedar as Manido Gizhigans, leaving tobacco offerings at its base for protection during lake journeys.
Access to the tree requires participation in guided tours with naturalists from Grand Portage Lodge due to preservation measures implemented by the reservation.
The cedar reaches only 15 feet in height due to environmental conditions, whereas normal northern white cedars grow between 50 and 80 feet tall.
Location: Cook County
GPS coordinates: 47.95830,-89.64170
Latest update: June 4, 2025 21:08
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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