Located about 58 miles (93) northeast of Duluth, Tettegouche State Park is one of eight state parks that make up Minnesota’s North Shore experience along Lake Superior.
Primary natural features
The park is home to four waterfalls including high falls, as the name suggests, the highest waterfall entirely in Minnesota territory.
Other interesting facts
The park’s name stems from the Tettegouche Club, an association of local businessmen who purchased the park in 1910 from the Alger-Smith Lumber Company. The Tettegouche Club held the park until 1971 when it sold the park to deLaittres family. In 1979, the state of Minnesota acquired several thousand acres from the Nature Conservancy, including the Tettegouche Club.
About the park
The park offers hiking, camping and rock climbing among it’s most popular features. In the winter, Tettegouche is a popular cross country ski destination.
Park Office
At Park Entrance
Stop here for park-specific and area tourist information. Park Office includes a rest area open 24 hours/day.
Visitor Center
In Park Office
Includes interpretive displays, bathrooms, and small gift shop.
Historic Site
Tettegouche Camp
This historic retreat dating back to the early 1900s is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Camp includes four cabins available for rent. Must walk or ski to cabins.
Rentals
Canoes and Snowshoes
Canoe rental is available from fishing opener to mid-October. Showshoe rental available in snow season. Check at park for rental information.
- Firewood: At Park Office
Available year-round. - Ice Sales: At Park Office
Available mid-April to mid-October.
Running water, showers and toilets available. For more information about Tettegouche State Park, Maps or to reserve a campsite visit the Minnesota DNR.
