Hill Annex Mine State Park
Go down in history with a tour of the Hill Annex Iron Mine. On the 1 1/2-hour open pit mine tour, visitors make a spectacular descent into mining's past. Learn about the mine operation, the people who worked here, and where they came from. Discover marine fossils in northern Minnesota. Get a sense of the mine's deep, rich history. Learn how this National Historic Site played an important role in state, national, and world history.
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Park NotesBe fascinated. Check out the naturalist programs and other activities scheduled at the park. Tours:Hill Annex Mine State Park offers two different tours. Each runs 1.5 hours in length and is offered on Friday and Saturday, Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends. Fossil Hunt: Hunt for fossils from the Cretaceous era and best of all you can keep what you find! Historic Mine Tour: Board a bus to trace the route miners took to get to work at the mine. Virtual Tour:Take a virtual tour. It's a great tool to help you plan your next trip to the park! Gift Card:Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card. Don't move firewood!Burning non-local firewood can spread invasive species, and it's against Minnesota state law. Learn more. Always buy your firewood at the park, or from an approved local vendor. Find firewood vendors for Hill Annex Mine State Park. Birders:Get the Bird Checklist |
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Tours of Mine/FacilitiesHours
Best time to contact the park:
Memorial Day - Labor Day: Friday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Spring, Fall & Winter: Call Scenic State Park at (218) 743-3362 for more information.
Contact
Hill Annex Mine State Park
C/O Scenic State Park
56956 Scenic Highway 7
Bigfork, MN 56628
tel: 218-247-7215 or 218-743-3362
email: scenic.statepark@state.mn.us
Getting There
Entrance to the park is on the north edge of Calumet along State Highway 169, halfway between Grand Rapids and Hibbing.