Split Rock Lighthouse State Park

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Split Rock Lighthouse

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This park is situated on the North Shore of Lake Superior. Perhaps best known for its historic lighthouse, this park offers numerous recreational opportunities. Visitors can cart-in their supplies to pristine campsites along Lake Superior. Scenic trails along the lake link up to the spectacular Superior Hiking Trail. Anglers cast their lines for lake trout, salmon, and brown trout. The rocky beach is perfect for skipping stones into Lake Superior.

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Photo Opportunties!

Find great places to take photos of the lighthouse. This link leads to an external site.

Gitchi-Gami State Trail:

The Gitchi-Gami State Trail section running from the Split Rock River into Gooseberry Falls State Park is now complete! This part of the longest paved section of the trail passes through Split Rock Lighthouse State Park and ends in Beaver Bay. For more information: Gitchi-Gami State Trail.

State Forest Campgrounds:

Split Rock Lighthouse State Park manages two State Forest campgrounds - Indian Lake and Sullivan Lake Campgrounds. Both campgrounds are located north of Two Harbors near Brimson, MN. Camping is first-come, first-served at these areas. The cost is $12/night for a regular campsite. To make reservations for the Indian Lake Group Campsite, please call the park office at 218-226-6377.

Bike Parking:

Bike parking or other non-motorized uses is available at the Trail Center within Split Rock Lighthouse State Park or in the lower picnic area lot at Gooseberry Falls State Park. For more information, please call 218-226-6377.

Birders:

Bird Checklist at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park.

Photo Slideshow:

Photos from the March 25, 2009 ice storm. Learn more about the ice storm impact.

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.
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Park Highlights:

check mark Tent Camping/Cart-in Sites

check mark Historic Lighthouse / History Center Tours

check mark Cross-Country Skiing

check mark Scenic Views of Lake Superior

check mark Waterfalls

check mark Picnicking Along Lake Superior Lakeshore


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Hours

Best time to contact the park -
Mid-October-Memorial Day: Daily, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Contact

3755 Split Rock Lighthouse Road
Two Harbors, MN 55616

tel: 218-226-6377

email: splitrock.lighthouse@dnr.state.mn.us

Getting There

Located about 20 miles northeast of Two Harbors on MN Highway 61.