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Lake County

Adventures from Minnesota's
North Shore to the Boundary waters

From the Minnesota North Shore to the pristine Boundary Waters Wilderness, you’ll find infinite adventures in Lake County, MN. Just 20 miles north of Duluth, you’ll discover four gorgeous state parks, including Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, Gooseberry Falls State Park, Tettegouche State Park, and George Crosby-Manitou State Park

Explore breathtaking views of  Lake Superior and scenic hiking trails featuring rivers, waterfalls, and deep forests.

Additionally, Lake County offers excellent Lake Superior resorts, family-friendly hotels, North Shore campgrounds, and endless outdoor adventuresWe welcome you to Lake County.

Explorer's guide to North Shore waterfalls

Did you know there are more than 12 waterfalls in Lake County – more than any other county in Minnesota?

You’ll find off-the-beaten-path trails and falls to explore between the North Shore and the Canadian border. Check out the guide below and add these falls to your Minnesota waterfall-viewing bucket list.

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Everyone can do their part to Care for Lake County by following our Leave No Trace principles.

Take the Pledge and receive a free sticker and a mini North Shore hiking guide!

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Trending SPRING ADVENTURES

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Ultimate North Shore Road Trip

Plan the Ultimate North Shore Road Trip through Lake County, MN, this summer and be wowed by its ancient cliffs, hidden beaches, and stunning vistas. ...
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Explorer’s Guide to Waterfalls in Lake County

In early April, the spring melt gives way to raging waterfalls that start to erase the last remnants of winter. Although several outdoor activities halt ...
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Family-Friendly Itinerary: Two-Day Trip

Family-Friendly Itinerary north shore Family-Friendly Itinerary Two-Day Trip What To Bring: Sunscreen Snacks Swimsuit Towels Blanket DAY ONE Knife River Start the day traveling north ...
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Featured events

    Sauna Days
    May 2 25
    Larsmont Cottages in Two Harbors

    Rejuvenate & Relax with a Saunacation Sauna Days is an annual festival dedicated to all things Finnish. Enjoy three days of unique sauna sessions with [...]
    Waterfall Photography Workshop
    May 16 25
    Larsmont Cottages in Two Harbors

    A Two-Day Workshop with Master Photographers Hayes Scriven & Nicholas Narog. Discover the art of waterfall photography in this comprehensive hands-on workshop at Minnesota's majestic [...]
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Explore Our Communities

Beaver Bay

Beaver Bay

Beaver Bay The oldest settlement on the north shore Beaver Bay (pop. 121) was founded in 1856 by German immigrants. Visit the Tourist Information Center ...
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Knife River

Knife River

Knife River, MN, was settled by Captain Charles Anderson, a Norwegian seaman born in Oslo in 1840, and his wife Serene. Following the arrival of ...
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Fall Lake Township and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area

In the northern region of Lake County (just east of Ely, MN) you’ll find Fall Lake Township which encompasses a large portion of the Boundary ...
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Finland/Isabella

Finland & Isabella Rugged Wilderness & a Captivating History Finland From MN-61, just over eight miles north on Highway 1, you’ll find the community of ...
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Silver Bay

Silver Bay, Minnesota A north shore gem Silver Bay, nestled in the Sawtooth Mountains, was homesteaded by fisherman Oscar Pederson in 1920; the captain of ...
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Two Harbors

Two Harbors, Minnesota In the late 1800s, the area of Two Harbors was actually divided into two separate communities, Agate Bay and Burlington. In 1907, ...
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