Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
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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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Visitor Alert!Construction InformationWatch here for information about a project that will improve accessible trails and facilities in both the Campground and Trail Center areas. Construction plans are still being formulated, but we expect to see work happening later in the summer/early fall. |
Park Notes
Virtual Tour:Take a virtual tour. It's a great tool to help you plan your next trip to the park! Lighthouse Information
Photo Opportunities:Find great places to take photos of the lighthouse. (Minnesota Historical Society) 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. 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 218-595-ROCK (7625). Bike Parking:Bike parking 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 the park office. Birders:Bird Checklist Gift Cards:Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card. Firewood Restrictions Information:Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Learn more and review vendor lists. |
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Hours
Best time to contact the park: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, with extended hours during the summer season. As of 5/3/13, the park phone # has changed (see below)!!!
Contact
3755 Split Rock Lighthouse Road
Two Harbors, MN 55616
tel: 218-595-ROCK (7625)
email: mailto:SplitRockLthouse.StatePark@state.mn.us
Getting There
Located about 20 miles northeast of Two Harbors on MN Highway 61.