Jay Cooke

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Trailblazers: this park is a must! Park trails link up to the Willard Munger State Trail at the north edge of the park; perfect for backpackers, bikers (both mountain and tour), hikers, horseback riders, and skiers.

Check out the wildflowers in the spring, and the vivid colors in the fall.

Walk on the swinging suspension bridge high above the raging St. Louis River.

Visit the historic cemetery and the gorge at Thomson Dam.

Swinging bridge featured on WCCO
Who is Jay Cooke? 5:05 mp3 narrated by Kris Hiller, Park Naturalist

Virtual Photo Tour: Get low at the St. Louis River gorge or see up high from Oldenburg Point. Plus, get a look down the Willard Munger State Trail. High-speed | Dial-up/ accessible

Tell me more about this park's wildlife, history, geology and landscape.

Visitor Alert!

Camper Cabins:

New Camper Cabins Available: Three new camper cabins have arrived and are finally open for visitors to reserve. Check out the park campground map for locations of the new cabins. All the park's camper cabins have electric and heat and will be available to rent year-around. Reserve Now.

Park Notes

Gift Cards:

Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card this holiday season!

Firewood restrictions information:

Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Complete information and lists of vendors and locations where approved firewood is available are posted on the DNR Web site.
More information
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Camping and Lodging Reservations:

Reservations can be made 1 day to 1 year in advance. Make a reservation now for a Campsite, Camper Cabin, or the Group Camp. Reservations may also be made by calling 866-857-2757.