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Grand Portage
National Monument |
The monument is located in northeastern Minnesota’s “Tip of the Arrowhead” within Grand Portage Indian Reservation, Grand Portage village, Cook County, Minnesota |
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| Grand Portage National Monument is an outdoor adventure that you won’t want to miss for your next family vacation. With so much to do in this national monument and the surrounding areas, you will not lack for adventure travel opportunities. There is history galore on the fur trade and the Ojibwe Indians, canoeing and kayaking, camping, wilderness exploration, backpacking, hiking, fishing, and unique winter festivals that will make this a special family adventure vacation. Check below for great Grand Portage National Monument information.
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Uniqueness - Located on the magnificent north shore and within the boreal forest of Lake Superior in northeastern Minnesota, Grand Portage National Monument preserves a vital center of 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st ce... (click here for more)
Facts - From Saturday of Memorial weekend through Monday of Columbus Holiday, Grand Portage National Monument is open daily 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The Grand Portage, Mount Rose Trail and hiking trails outs... (click here for more)
Be Equipped - Weather conditions change frequently, due to the site’s location on the north shore of Lake Superior. Cool onshore lake breezes are common in spring, summer and fall along with an occasional shower. S... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Remember that the animals are wild and should be kept that way. Do not feed or harass the animals.... (click here for more)
Fees - Entrance fees for families are $6.00 – day. For individuals, it is $3.00-day, for those 17 through 61 years of age. Credit cards are not accepted for the payment of entrance fees, however, personal an... (click here for more)
Camping - Located at Fort Charlotte are two primitive campsites. You will need to hike from four to eight and one-half miles to reach the western end of the Grand Portage near Fort Charlotte. Each campsite can ... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Grand Portage Indian Reservation, Grand Portage State Forest, Superior National Forest, and Isle Royale National Park are all close while Voyageurs National Park is about 300 miles west of Grand Porta... (click here for more)
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