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Temperance River State Park

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Take the trail that winds along the edge of the Temperance River gorge and enjoy the rushing waterfalls surrounded by pine, spruce, cedar and birch forests. The rapidly flowing river has cut deep potholes in and along the riverbed. Hike the trail to Hidden Falls or connect up with trails into the Superior National Forest and the Cross River Wayside. Visitors come to camp and picnic along the shore of Lake Superior. Winter brings cross-country skiers and snowmobilers to tackle the hilly terrain. Carlton Peak, a recent addition to the park, is popular with rock climbers and offers even more recreational opportunities to park visitors.

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Visitor Alert!

Spring 2013

You will still find some snow in the woods around Temperance River but spring is beginning to arrive. The river has started open up and the water is racing through the gorge but you will want to watch out for icy patches on the trails.

Park Notes

Camping available year-round!

Camping at Temperance River State Park is available year-round. When the park office is not open, Minnesota State Park permit fees and camping fees are payable at the self-registration station located at the park office.

Please remember: A campsite may be occupied by a group of six or fewer people using one camping shelter. Groups of six or fewer traveling in one vehicle may have one additional tent with prior approval from park staff.

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Firewood Restrictions Information:

Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Learn more and review vendor lists.

Birders:

Bird Checklist This is a PDF file. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to download it. at Temperance River State Park.

Park Highlights

tree Rock Climbing

tree Fishing

tree Hiking

tree Camping

tree Many Scenic Areas Along River and Lake

tree Rocky Landscape


Events

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Find more State Park events on the DNR Events Calendar!

06/22/13

Temperance River State Park

Go with the Lava Flow: River Gorge Walk

06/28/13

Temperance River State Park

Backyard Birding


Hours

Best time to contact the park:

Summer: Daily, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Winter: Call Tettegouche State Park at (218) 226-6365.

Contact

Send mail c/o Tettegouche State Park
5702 Highway 61
Silver Bay, MN 55614

tel: 218-663-7476

email: info.temperanceriverstatepark@state.mn.us

Getting There

The entrance to the park is one mile north of the town of Schroeder on State Highway 61.
Physical Address: 7620 West Hwy 61, Schroeder, MN 55613