Grand Portage Travel Guide

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Nestled in the northeastern corner of Minnesota, Grand Portage is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This small town is situated on the north shore of Lake Superior and offers stunning views of the largest freshwater lake in the world. Visitors can explore the Grand Portage National Monument, which preserves the history and culture of the Ojibwe people and the North West Company fur trade. The monument features a reconstructed fur trading post, a historic voyageur encampment, and a beautiful walking trail that leads to the High Falls of the Pigeon River.

For those seeking adventure, Grand Portage State Park is a must-visit destination. The park boasts miles of hiking trails that wind through dense forests, offering opportunities to spot wildlife and take in the natural beauty of the area. The centerpiece of the park is the High Falls, a breathtaking 120-foot waterfall that cascades down rugged cliffs. Visitors can view the falls from a scenic overlook or hike to the base for an up-close experience.

In addition to its natural and historical attractions, Grand Portage is also a gateway to the scenic beauty of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Outdoor enthusiasts can embark on a canoeing or kayaking adventure, exploring the pristine lakes and waterways of this remote wilderness area. Fishing, camping, and wildlife viewing are also popular activities in the region.

Alternative names: Elevation: 600 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 47°57'45"N, 89°40'52"W

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Grand Portage Top Attractions

Grand Portage Attractions - What to See and Explore

Grand Portage offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Witch Tree, Grand Portage Lodge & Casino, Mount Josephine. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Tree
Witch Tree
The Witch Tree as it is commonly known, also called Manidoo-giizhikens, or Little Cedar Spirit Tree by the Ojibwe First Nation tribe is an ancient Thuja occidentalis growing on the shore of Lake Superior in Cook County, Minnesota.
47°57'14"N • 89°41'30"W
Grand Portage Lodge & Casino
Gambling • Nightlife • Casino
Nature • Natural attraction • Mountain
Mount Josephine
Mount Josephine is a peak in the Sawtooth Mountains of northeastern Minnesota, in the United States. It overlooks Grand Portage Bay of Lake Superior.

Day trips

Grand Portage – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Grand Portage, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Greenstone Ridge Trail (Isle Royale National Park), Grand Marais Light (Grand Marais), Pincushion Mountain (Grand Marais).

41 milesE
Hiking, Outdoor activities, Park
Greenstone Ridge Trail, Isle Royale National Park
The Greenstone Ridge Trail is a 40-mile-long hiking trail on Isle Royale, in Lake Superior, northern Michigan. The island is within Isle Royale National Park.
34 milesSW
Museum, Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Grand Marais Light, Grand Marais
Grand Marais Light is located on the outer end of a breakwater on the shore of Lake Superior in the city of Grand Marais in Cook County, Minnesota, United States. It is located in USCG District 9.
32 milesSW
Mountain
Pincushion Mountain, Grand Marais
Pincushion Mountain is a peak in the Sawtooth Mountains near the midpoint of the southern boundary of Cook County, which is formed by the north shore of Lake Superior. Pincushion Mountain is accessible via hiking trail.
34 milesSW
City hall
Cook County Courthouse, Grand Marais
Cook County Courthouse in Grand Marais, Minnesota, United States, was built in 1911. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. When Cook County was first organized, county business was conducted in a trading post on a spit of land that extended into Lake Superior.
41 milesE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Siskiwit Lake, Isle Royale National Park
Siskiwit Lake is the largest lake on Isle Royale in Lake Superior. 4,150 acres in area, the lake has cold, clear water which is relatively low in nutrients.