Programs & Services
Park Office |
By the Swinging Bridge |
Stop here for vehicle permits, camping registration, and information about the park. Visit the Nature Store and view interpretive exhibits. The office is open year-round. | |
Visitor Center |
Park Office |
Includes interpretive displays, Nature Store gift items, bathrooms, and vending machines. | |
Interpretive Exhibit |
Park Office |
Displays include seasonal information, park history, wildlife and geology. | |
Naturalist Programs |
Check at Visitor Center |
Programs are available year-round. School and group programs can be arranged by calling the park. | |
Historic Site |
Pioneer Cemetery, Swinging Bridge, Grand Portage Trail & CCC structures |
Pioneer Cemetery is located along Highway 210, about 1 mile west of the park office. The Swinging Bridge, which spans the St. Louis River, is located 1 block from the park office. The Grand Portage Trail, located 5 miles east of the park office, was used by voyageurs to maneuver around the rocks and rapids of the St. Louis River. Other sites include several buildings in the park built during the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) era that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. | |
Gift Shop |
At Visitor Center |
Groceries |
Within 5 Miles |
Located in the town of Carlton. | |
Rentals |
Snowshoes |
Please visit park office. | |
Firewood |
At Park Office |
Available year round. | |
Ice Sales |
At Park Office |
Available on a seasonal basis, Memorial Day to Labor Day. | |
Restaurant |
Within 5 Miles |
In the town of Carlton. | |
Public Phones |
Park Office |
Phone located in picnic shelter. | |
Other |
Geocaching Demo Park |
Geocaching: Bring your own GPS unit or use one of the park's hand-held units for free. As time permits, park staff will be available to give you helpful tips and geocaching information. | |