{"id":12307,"date":"2021-07-10T10:32:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-10T15:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/?p=12307"},"modified":"2024-03-01T10:34:49","modified_gmt":"2024-03-01T16:34:49","slug":"things-to-do-at-temperance-river-state-park-along-mn-north-shore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/daytripper28.com\/things-to-do-at-temperance-river-state-park-along-mn-north-shore\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do at Temperance River State Park along MN North Shore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Temperance River is one of those magical places along MN\u2019s North Shore that never seems to get the fanfare that it deserves. Driving along Minnesota’s North Shore, the big names always stand out, like Split Rock Light House<\/a>, and Gooseberry Falls<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Near Grand Marais<\/a>, you always see cars lining the highway trying to catch a glimpse at Cascade Falls<\/a>. But Temperance River State Park is where you really should be looking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are so many things to do at Temperance River State Park its, hard to stop exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to do at Temperance River State Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lakeside Camping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Temperance River State Park campground is positioned on a narrow strip of land between Highway 61 and Lake Superior. While it may appear condensed on the map, the campsites all have a bunch of privacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can reserve early enough, you can also nab a handful of sites that sit alongside Lake Superior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are four different areas to camp in. First is the Upper campground. This is where you find most of the glampers in the electric sites. There is also a set of cart-in campsites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those unfamiliar with this style, it\u2019s a cross between Car Camping and Backpacking. The sites are a little way away from your car, and the park provides carts to transport your gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The upper Campground is also where you\u2019ll find the Ranger\u2019s Station flush toilets and showers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The other part of the campground is on the other side of the river, named Lower Campground. The lower campground is a little smaller and doesn\u2019t have electric sites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also another set of cart-in sites on that side of the camp. For those looking to visit both sides, the camps are connected by a footbridge over the gorge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Park also has backpacking sites, along the Cross River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temperance River State Park has no dump station. If you have a camper, you can fill up at any of the water pickets on the campground roads. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To dump, drive to neighboring State Parks, Tettegouche<\/a>, Cascade Falls<\/a>, or even down to Gooseberry<\/a> on your way back to the cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Related:<\/strong> Minnesota\u2019s North Shore Scenic Drive | Over 28 Different Stops Along Hwy 61<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Watch Sunrise on Lake Superior<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When staying at a state park, my favorite activity is to hit the trails at dusk and dawn. If you are an early riser, you must check out the sunrise on Lake Superior. There are a few trails that lead down to the Lake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Upper Campground, a short trail leads behind the campsites, and into a cove. This cove is rocky and has outcroppings perfect for exploring the rocky shoreline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also take the footbridge over to the Lower Campground. There you\u2019ll be able to see the mouth of the Temperance River and continue to the shoreline overlooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Trees<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Temperance River State Park this was a great spot to visit! #northshoremn<\/a> #mn<\/a> #exploreminnesota<\/a> #lakesuperior<\/a> #duluthmn<\/a> #mnstatepark<\/a> #camping<\/a><\/p> \u266c Buttercup – Jack Stauber<\/a> <\/section> <\/blockquote>