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Gooseberry Falls State Park

Hwy 61, Two Harbors, MN 218-834-3855
218-834-3855
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Type: State Parks, Biking Trails
Activities: Hiking
Description: This North Shore park is home to a spectacular four-level waterfall, scenic overlooks and is ideal for trout fishing.
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Ottawa, Canada
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70 reviews 70 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

Be prepared to share the space as there are many visitors at any one time. Very well organized and an awesome gift shop!! Staff is knowledgeable, want to help and do everything to make your visit an excellent one. Be sure to enjoy the trails as it is very safe for family outings. Well marked with plenty of interesting signs... More

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Apple Valley, Minnesota
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28 reviews 28 reviews
21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

The park, falls, trails, etc are beautiful. We spent a lot of time looking at the falls, wading in the water looking for rocks, skipping stones, etc. The trails are nicely groomed, with wooden plank walks over boggy areas. Unfortunately, they are continuing to pave parts of the park, taking away from the natural environment. Despite this, it is still... More

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Las Cruces
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40 reviews 40 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

It is worth the short hike to the falls, and you can view the falls from either above or below. There is also a nice visitor center and gift shop.

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Bemidji, Minnesota
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

This is a great park. The falls and trails are fasinating. Lots of people here and kids having fun. Put this on your must-do list. It is not too far from Duluth for a day trip.

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Farmington, Minnesota
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23 reviews 23 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

Loved the peaceful sound of water! The visitor center is amazing! The hike to the falls is easy and a short distance from the parking lot. I've been here many times and I would recommend going in the Spring when the water is high.

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Granite Falls, Minnesota
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47 reviews 47 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013 via mobile

Easy to get to off the highway. Helpful guides. A few steps to do, but worth the hike. Very majestic sight on the north shore.

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Iowa
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77 reviews 77 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

We camped 3 nights over Memorial Day Weekend. It was a bit cold but no rain!!!!! The camping sites were very nice (maybe a titch closer to neighbors than we are used to at state parks) and they graciously allowed us to use 2 full size tents as we have 5 children. We've had problems in other states with that.... More

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Clemson, South Carolina
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15 reviews 15 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

My wife and I stubbled across the Falls Rest Area at around 4 PM. The visitor center was closing, but we walked the Falls Loop Access Trail. The trail was very well maintained with wooden boardwalks. There were also many areas where you could access the water.

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Estherville, Iowa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

When visiting the North Shore, make sur to visit Gooseberry Falls It is simply an amazing site to experiance for all the family.

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Two Harbors, Minnesota
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26 reviews 26 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

I love this place it is the best place to visit during the winter or the summer. It is a wonderful place to visit if you enjoy great views and enjoy being surrounded by nature.

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