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Embark On This Waterfall Loop In Minnesota To See 8 Breathtaking Scenic Falls

Alright folks, let’s talk waterfalls.

Because when it comes to Minnesota, our minds zip straight into the North Shore.

I get it—the beauty of the state’s waterfalls along this picturesque stretch is unparalleled.

But here’s the kicker: Minnesota is not just a one-trick pony.

Oh no, it’s a treasure trove of waterfalls scattered across its vast terrain.

So, I’m about to unveil a waterfall loop that will take you on a grand tour of some of the most stunning falls in the Land of 10,000 Lakes .

And for our friends residing in the southern part of the state, this is going to be a revelation of sorts.

From familiar favorites to hidden wonders, this scenic Minnesota waterfalls road trip is slated to stun and amaze.

Now, this Minnesota waterfall loop is no measly stroll in the park.

It traverses a wide stretch of southern Minnesota, starting from the bustling cityscape of Minneapolis and quickly heading west.

The route chalks up to about 340 miles.

Perfect for a reviving weekend getaway , wouldn’t you agree?

So, buckle up because we’re in for a wild ride!

Minnehaha Falls

Let’s kick off our journey with a crowd favorite: Minnehaha Falls.

Standing tall at 53 feet, this urban waterfall is a beloved retreat for the city slickers looking for a quick respite in nature’s lap.

The trails around the waterfall offer panoramic views from both the top and bottom.

And let me tell you, the tranquil Minnehaha Creek makes for a postcard-perfect backdrop.

No wonder the Minnehaha Falls is the poster child for Minnesota waterfalls.

Vermillion Falls

Moving on, we head east into Hastings.

Here, tucked away in the cityscape, you’ll chance upon Vermillion Falls.

This 35-foot waterfall cascading down the Vermillion River is a common pitstop.

While you’re here, explore the intriguing ruins nearby.

There are serene spots near the falls perfect for a picnic or a quiet moment of contemplation.

Don’t miss out on the myriad wonders Hastings has to offer.

Hidden Falls

Our next stop is southwards, at the Nerstrand-Big Woods State Park.

The park is famed for the Big Woods biome it preserves over its sprawling 2,800 acres.

But the star attraction is the Hidden Falls.

This tiny waterfall, a mere 20 feet, nestled amidst the lush woods, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.

It’s like finding a secret candy bar in your coat pocket, just much, much wetter.

The perfect place for a family picnic or a sneaky hide-and-seek game.

Just remember, no peeking at the falls until it’s your turn to hide!

Caron Falls

Next, we head towards Northfield, Minnesota.

Here, another secret waterfall awaits—Caron Falls.

What it lacks in height, it compensates with its serene tranquility and seclusion.

It’s a perfect spot to soak in the serene ambiance and the gently flowing waters of this tree-lined creek waterfall.

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Let’s not forget, folks, that the journey to Caron Falls is half the fun.

It’s a little like a treasure hunt, but instead of a chest of gold, you’re rewarded with a breathtaking waterfall.

And trust me, there’s nothing quite like the sound of water hitting the rocks, a symphony of nature if you will.

This quaint spot is not just for the outdoorsy types but for anyone who appreciates beauty.

Minnemishinona Falls

Our next stop is Minnemishinona Falls.

Tucked away just outside of Mankato, this 42-foot waterfall is a well-kept secret.

A scenic overlook leading to a walking bridge offers stunning views of the deep gorge that the waterfall flows into.

As one of the tallest falls in southern Minnesota, it’s a sight to behold.

Minneopa Falls

Close by, we have the more popular Minneopa Falls at Minneopa State Park.

This waterfall boasts two drops—one a modest few feet, and the other a dramatic 40 feet drop into a rocky gorge.

A trail leads down into the gorge for a closer look, but the best views are from the scenic stone bridge that crosses the waterfall.

The park is teeming with picnic spots for munching on sandwiches while you soak in the beauty of the falls.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can explore the bison drive that’s home to a herd of, you guessed it, bison!

Just keep your snacks to yourself, or you might just get more interaction with the wildlife than you bargained for!

Red Rock Falls

Next up, we have Red Rock Falls.

Located in the lesser-known Red Rock County Park in quaint Sandborn, Minnesota, this waterfall flows into a deep, rock-lined gorge.

It may be small, but it’s a sight for sore eyes.

And don’t let the size fool you!

Red Rock Falls, while not a Niagara , has a charm that even the grandest waterfall might envy.

The gorge, with its rock-lined sides, has a secret garden vibe.

It’s the perfect spot for a family picnic.

Kids will love the adventure, adults will appreciate the tranquility, and your camera will thank you for all the stunning shots!

Ramsey Falls

Last but certainly not least, we have Ramsey Falls at the sprawling Alexander Ramsey Park.

From trails to picnic areas to a zoo, this park has it all.

But the pièce de résistance is the ruggedly beautiful Ramsey Falls.

This tall waterfall makes a dramatic drop into a rocky gorge below.

It is a sight to behold from any distance, and a hike to the top of the waterfall is a thrill not to be missed.

And there you have it!

Eight stunning waterfalls, one unforgettable journey.

Check out the full route, including driving directions, on this interactive map .

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We just loved the cave and our guide. Totally fascinating. The number of steps they highlight is not too bad, as they are spread out. Guide was informative and patient- allowing us enough time to take in this amazing place. Also loved the selection of stone artifacts and items in the gift shop.

There were a lot of interesting features in this cave (fossils, echo chamber, waterfall, spring, etc) ! It had a little bit of everything. I think my favorite was the purple phosphorus deposits and how it absorbed the UV light & glowed. It was fine for our 8 year old and I carried the 4 almost 5 year old down a couple of the staircases just so we were not going too slow but the 4 year old did a lot of it herself also.

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Minnesota waterfall awards, 12 of the best falls across the state.

By Simon Peter Groebner • Star Tribune •  May 3, 2024

By Simon Groebner Star Tribune •  May 3, 2024

Why are we obsessed with chasing waterfalls? After all, when faced with a drop in elevation, what a Minnesota river does next — with the possible exception of the Devil’s Kettle — is fairly predictable.

But whether our favorite waterfalls are on North Shore rivers making rapid descents to Lake Superior, or southern Minnesota creeks beating their way to the Mississippi, or even on underground streams, each has its own impressive geology, its own personality, its own story to tell.

A waterfall is often the prize at the end of a long journey, a satisfying climax to a road trip or hike. Some of our favorites even double as refreshing swimming holes. All belong to the public, but we pause for a reminder that getting closer to waterfalls can be tricky — even dangerous — so tread lightly and use your head.

Read on for 12 of the biggest, most interesting and/or visually pleasing falls in the state — along with an award for each one.

Video by Aaron Lavinsky, Star Tribune.

Drone photography and videography made possible through the permission of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Trails.

Tallest inside the state

High falls of the baptism river.

Unlike the twice-as-tall High Falls of the Pigeon River, this also-imaginatively named cataract in Tettegouche State Park is the tallest one entirely within Minnesota’s borders. It’s the picture of a mountain falls, with mineral-reddened water descending in two or three chutes. Below, the Baptism River might be shallow enough not only for your sacrament of choice, but wading closer for full immersion.

Getting there: It’s a vigorous 45-minute hike from the Superior Hiking Trail lot on Hwy. 1 — or take the easier 1.5-mile trail from the main entrance of Tettegouche.

Photo by Aaron Lavinsky, Star Tribune

High Falls of the Pigeon River

The tallest waterfall in Minnesota has an asterisk: This international torrent is shared with Canada. At 3,200 gallons per second, it’s a powerful symbol of peace. The spray hits your face before you even reach the overlook on the U.S. side. A rainbow might emerge from the deep, churning gorge. No wonder the Anishinaabe and French famously portaged their canoes through these parts: There’s no navigating this craggy river.

Getting there: At Grand Portage State Park on the tip of Minnesota’s Arrowhead, there’s a 1-mile round-trip hike (paved and boardwalk) to the falls.

Video by Aaron Lavinsky, Star Tribune

Most aesthetically pleasing

Minneopa falls.

A 10-foot upper falls and 39-foot lower falls carve out a wide bowl in the sandstone of Minneopa State Park. When Minneopa Creek is running high, the face of the lower falls is almost a perfect square. See it from above, or take the stairs down to get up close and personal. Stick around and try to spot the reestablished herd on the park’s Bison Drive.

Getting there: Minneopa’s southern section, 3 miles west of Mankato.

Photo by Bre McGee, Special to the Star Tribune

Most unexpected

Ramsey falls.

The lush Ramsey Park in the town of Redwood Falls is a surprising oasis amid southwestern Minnesota’s plains. Here, Ramsey Creek twists through a slender gorge, culminating in this rugged 30-footer. Cliff jumping has long been banned, but able hikers might wade into the creek below for an immersive view.

Getting there: In Ramsey Park, head to parking lot No. 4 for the observation deck, or lot No. 3 to walk there via a suspension bridge through the woods.

Video by Simon Peter Groebner, Star Tribune

Most underground

Niagara cave waterfall.

Deep below the karst landscape of southeastern Minnesota, water from subterranean aquifers has carved out vast limestone caverns. That explains the “Goonies”-esque flume that gives Niagara Cave its name. The dramatically lit plunge is a highlight on a fascinating one-hour, half-mile guided tour, which includes fossils, rock formations, 275 stairs and a wedding “chapel.”

Getting there: Tours of the cave outside Harmony are offered daily May-Aug. and weekends in April and Sept.-Oct. ($20.95)

Photo by Brian Peterson, Star Tribune

Weirdest falls

Devil’s kettle.

In an M.C. Escher-esque optical illusion, one of two descending halves of the Brule River seems to disappear into a cauldron of volcanic rock. Or does it? Scientists recently used dyes to prove what happens to the diabolical cascade, but honestly, we don’t want to know. We’re content with leaving it a fun, confounding mystery.

Getting there: At Judge C.R. Magney State Park, hike a mile up the rocky Devil’s Kettle Trail (two hours roundtrip), then down 175 stairs.

Most historic

Vermillion falls.

It’s the only waterfall in Minnesota that’s 500 feet downstream from an Applebee’s. But once you’re ensconced in the winding overlook trails at Vermillion Falls Park in Hastings, you’d hardly know it. This Vermillion River beauty once powered the 1853 Hastings Mill, still in business and looming over the falls. Look for the spired ruins of the nearby Ramsey Mill, which burned in 1894.

Getting there: Vermillion Falls Park is just off Hwy. 61 in Hastings.

Video by Simon Groebner, Star Tribune

Most interactive

Hidden falls.

These not-quite-hidden falls are at the crossroads of trails in the hardwood- and wildflower-filled Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. The site is often just a dry ledge, but when it’s been raining, the seasonal Prairie Creek unfurls a broad, smooth aquatic curtain. Kids and adults can walk into the shallow creek and splash in the thin wall of water.

Getting there: Take the park’s gentle, half-mile Hidden Falls Trail.

Photo by Jeff Wheeler, Star Tribune

Most iconic

Gooseberry falls, approx. 30 feet (middle falls).

Beloved Gooseberry is up there with the Split Rock Lighthouse as a visual symbol of Minnesota. And the whole Gooseberry River estuary is fun to explore, with a series of four cascades hurtling toward Lake Superior, plus ancient lava flows, river islands and pedestrian bridges galore. And explore people do, with more than 750,000 visitors every year.

Getting there: Gooseberry Falls State Park is 12 miles north of Two Harbors.

Most secluded

Wolf creek falls.

While most waterfalls immediately resume as a river, this lovely one in east-central Minnesota issues into a deep, cliff-ringed lagoon, where we could while away a summer afternoon. The creek then trickles into the Kettle River, downstream from the Hell’s Gate rapids. Howling coyotes, not wolves, ushered us away at dusk.

Getting there: Hike the Quarry Loop and Wolf Creek trails in Banning State Park (a 3.7-mile loop), or it’s a 1-mile hike from Robinson Park in Sandstone.

Most adventurous

Illgen falls.

Illgen might be our personal favorite falls on the North Shore: an intimate spot for a vigorous swim. View it safely from above, or climb down to the rocks below and jump into the punchbowl. We can’t swim all the way to the falls without being forced back by the Baptism River’s powerful flow, but it’s fun trying. Fair warning: The trail is steep, rocks slippery and current strong. Intermediate hiking and swimming skills a must.

Getting there: Find the less-used side entrance to Tettegouche State Park, 1.5 miles west of Hwy. 61 on Hwy. 1.

Photo by Stephen Regenold, Special to the Star Tribune

Minnehaha Falls

Helping usher Minnehaha Creek waters from Lake Minnetonka to the Mississippi, and celebrated in Longfellow’s poem “Song of Hiawatha,” Minnehaha Falls is a historic symbol of Minneapolis, enthralling 19th-century visitors and still drawing daily crowds. Please don’t take your engagement photos in the steep rock shelter behind the falls, although many have.

Getting there: Minnehaha Regional Park, 4801 S. Minnehaha Drive, Mpls.

Simon Peter Groebner is Travel editor for the Star Tribune.

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Minnesota Waterfall Map: Chase Waterfalls with this Digitial Map

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If you like waterfalls, then a road trip to Minnesota will not disappoint.

With over 100 known waterfalls throughout the state, there are plenty of waterfalls to keep you busy for any entire waterfall chasing adventure.

The majority of the waterfalls are located in the northern part of the state, but you’ll also find gems in urban and other regions around the state.

If you want a great road trip, check out the North Shore of Minnesota from Duluth to Grand Portage. We did this trip in July 2020 and loved every minute of it. So many waterfalls and many are easily accessible from the road.

This map was created with the help of the book Waterfalls of M innesota by Lisa Crayford. This is a must-have book to keep in the car with you when you head out on your Minnesota waterfall adventures. It gives detailed instructions for finding each waterfall location. Which can be difficult for some of the remote waterfalls.

Map of Minnesota Waterfalls

How to Use This Map : Click on the icon on the top left-hand corner. You will now see a list of all of the waterfalls in Minnesota. For more info on each, click on the map icons. To see the map in more detail, click on the  [ ]  in the top right-hand corner. This will open a larger map where the details of each point can be found by clicking on the location point name in the list on the left. You can also save the map for your own use by clicking the⭐ next to the map name. This will save the map to your Google Maps, where you can make a copy and use it for your own trip planning. To view the saved map on your phone, open Google Maps, click “saved” on the bottom, and then “maps” on the lower right. For offline viewing refer to steps 5-7 in How to Create a Custom Google Map .

Minnesota Waterfall Facts

How many waterfalls are in minnesota.

There are over 100 known waterfalls in Minnesota that are accessible to the public.

What is the tallest waterfall in Minnesota?

High Falls on the Pigeon River is the tallest waterfall in Minnesota.

Located on the border of Canada and Minnesota near Grand Portage, High Falls tumbles 92-120 feet down. This waterfall can have a significant flow of water especially in the spring and early summer. Therefore, you may want to carry a rain jacket with you when you view the falls.

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Tips for Visiting Minnesota Waterfalls

Use a map that doesn’t rely on cellular service.

Cell service can be intermittent when traveling anywhere, so it’s not recommended that you rely solely on your phone’s maps system.

Here are two things you can do to help make sure you don’t get lost:

• Have a paper map with you. You can use your trusty old road atlas .
• Before you leave for your trip, download a map of the area in either Google Maps or Apple Maps so you can use it offline (when you don’t have cellular service).  This is a critical step for any road trip adventure.

Don’t Follow Google Maps Blindly

While we love Google Maps we have found that it takes us on some strange routes while traveling in more rural areas.

Google seems to want to take you on the most efficient route regardless of the type of road or road blockages you may encounter. We’ve been directed to go down dirt roads that were not passable with our two-wheel drive van and had to turn around.

Therefore, be mindful of where Google is telling you to go and don’t be afraid to override the given directions

Leave No Trace Behind

One of the ways we can make sure these beautiful areas can be enjoyed by all is to leave no trace when visiting. Other than some footprints, the next person to view the waterfall should have no clue that someone was here before.

Therefore, pack out what you brought in. This includes any toilet paper if nature calls while you are on the trails. A plastic ziplock bag is perfect for packing out used toilet paper.

Get Minnesota Waterfall Guide Book

The book Waterfalls of MInnesota by Lisa Crayford is a great resource for anyone exploring Minnesota’s delightful waterfalls.

This book gives details on each waterfall including, GPS coordinates, detail directions on how to find the falls, walking distance to falls, and trail condition. It also give tips on viewing each one and has some lovely pictures.

Bring Bug Spray

Many of these waterfalls are located in areas that are prone to having a large mosquito population. One of the worst things is getting to a waterfall and not being able to enjoy it because you are getting eaten alive my mosquitos.

Be Mindful of Private Property

The waterfalls noted on the map are all currently on public land or accessible with a fee. When exploring these waterfalls, there may be private land around the waterfall.

Be mindful of any private property or no trespassing signs. Out of respect for property owners, do not venture into these restricted areas while on your waterfall adventure.

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The kids are barely out of school for the year, and your already looking for ways to keep your kids entertained. Why not take a family road trip to check out what some have called the 'ultimate waterfall' road trip up in Northern Minnesota.

Not many would think of waterfalls when they think of Minnesota, let alone Northern Minnesota, but there are plenty of waterfalls along the arrowhead region of the state, and what's great is that many of them are in places where everyone can enjoy their majestic beauty. Here are 7 state parks you drive to and thru to check out the 'ultimate' Minnesota waterfall road trip!

Grand Portage State Park

You can either start at Grand Portage or end there, as it's home to Minnesota's tallest waterfall! The MnDNR page for Grand Portage says it best! "Take in the majesty and scenic wonder of Minnesota's tallest waterfall! Three viewing decks at High Falls provide park visitors with various vantage points for photography or quiet contemplation." Just know that Grand Portage right now has got ALOT of water flowing over the falls, you will get wet, and rainjackets are recommended.

Judge C.R. Magney State Park 

Judge C.R. Magney State Park boasts waterfalls, and it falls along the Superior Hiking Trail. You might have already been to the 'Judge' before as it is home to Devil's Kettle, where the Brule River splits in two, and on one side it's the traditional waterfall, while the other side plunges into a hole, and doesn't seem to meet back up with the Brule. Visitors should note that this spring, with all the rain, portions of the park are still closed due to high water and washouts, along with some construction going on. This would be one of those stops you'd want to call ahead and see what's open and what isn't.

Cascade River State Park

This is one of the most convenient state parks to run across as you can check out a TON of attractions in an hour. The MnDNR recommends if you've only got a little bit of time to simply "Discover the Cascades, a series of five small waterfalls, and the Cascade Falls on a half-mile hike on the Cascade River Lower Loop." This park also is dealing with high water, but so far none of the trails are closed, and you can still get around, but with all of that water, the water is really flowing over the falls. You might want to dress appropriately, as you might be getting wet.

Temperance River State Park

Located in Silver Bay, off Highway 61, you can take in a milder flowing waterfall along the Temperance River, skip rocks in the gorge, or simply relax along the beach. The waterfall at Temperance isn't as spectacular as some of the other parks but it's worth a stop for all of the views available to those who want to get out and enjoy Minnesota during summer. You'll find a nice view of the waterfall in the Upper Gorge portion of the park. Currently, there aren't any high water warnings in the park but call ahead to check.

George H. Crosby Manitou State Park 

George Crosby offers another grouping of cascades to check out for fans of waterfalls. The MnDNR page lists them as something to "enjoy...after a gorgeous hike through a rugged landscape." No posted high water issues at this State Park, and it offers up chances to trout fish for those looking at giving that a try.

Tettegouche State Park

Perhaps one of the most known of the listing of State Parks featuring waterfalls along the North Shore/Arrowhead region, Tettegouche offers fans of waterfalls some really breathtaking sights. The Baptism River flows through Tettegouche and offers those willing the walk a chance to view "the Cascades Waterfall" surrounded by stately pine trees. Unfortunately due to all the rain, the DNR website states that "the High Falls bridge is CLOSED due to flood damage." Hopefully, they can get the bridge back open later this summer.

Gooseberry Falls State Park

The furthest South, therefore closest to us, State Park is Gooseberry Falls. It's wildly popular, and often a stop either coming from or to the Split Rock Light House. Not only does the park offer camping and hiking, but it also has an electric vehicle charging station and fat bike trails for use.

Go in any order you want, but this might be one of those trips that you take once or every year with your family or friends as waterfalls are always different every time you see them.

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You've probably heard of Gooseberry Falls. Or visited Minnehaha Falls, if you live in the Twin Cities area.

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But that's just scratching the surface for what Minnesota offers when it comes to waterfalls. This list aims to highlight easily accessible, but perhaps less-visited, waterfalls across the state.

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These falls aren't so hidden, located inside Nerstrand State Park , but they are pretty. The park "is comprised of the largest remnant of Big Woods vegetation in Minnesota," according to Explore Minnesota .

Minnemishinona and Minneopa falls — Mankato

Here's a two-for-one waterfall getaway in Mankato. The 42-foot Minnemishinona Falls were on private land for many years, but are now open for the public to view. Head a few minutes away to see the falls at Minneopa State Park , and check out the bison herd while there.

Wolf Creek Falls — Sandstone

These falls along the Kettle River sit in Banning State Park , and there are plenty of other activities nearby: rock climbing, paddlesports, hiking, even old quarry ruins to explore.

High Falls — Grand Portage

Minnesota's tallest waterfall is on the Canadian border inside Grand Portage State Park . But at 120 feet, the High Falls are worth the trek.

Vermillion Falls — Hastings

This 35-foot waterfall sits in downtown Hastings , a 30-minute drive down the Mississippi River from St. Paul, making it ideal for a quick daytrip from the Twin Cities.

Winnewissa Falls — Pipestone

Pipestone National Monument is full of Native American culture , both current and historic, as well as the Winnewissa Falls. One viewpoint takes visitors up a staircase carved into the natural rock formations .

Ramsey Falls — Redwood Falls

These rocky falls run inside the " Little Yellowstone of Minnesota " (aka Ramsey Park), which also hosts a campground, a trout stream, zoo, scenic overlooks and hiking trails.

Hidden Falls — St. Paul

Another falls named for their concealed nature, the urban Hidden Falls sit on the Mississippi River inside their namesake regional park, which was established in 1887 as one of four original park areas in St. Paul, according to the National Park Service .

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13 Gorgeous Waterfalls To Explore In Minnesota

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When you think of majestic, thundering, awe-inspiring waterfalls, Minnesota may not jump to mind. But it should. You likely know the mighty Mississippi originates in Lake Itasca and that Minnesota is the land of (more than) 10,000 lakes. What most people don’t know, and only a local could tell you, is that many of the state parks are built around the best and brightest of these soothing yet exhilarating natural creations. This volcanic region formed billions of years ago, the same one responsible for agate formation.

From Duluth, drive north along Minnesota’s State Highway 61 to see most of these waterfalls. Hikers follow the Superior Hiking Trail inland, with camping spots along the route, to discover these waterfalls. It’s common to use mile markers along the North Shore to quickly identify your stops. 

Pro Tip: Springtime and after heavy rains are the best time to visit.

1. Gooseberry Falls State Park (Mile 39)

If you love waterfalls, you will be in your own personal heaven with the five located here. Its Native American name is “Gitchi Gami.” At full flood (in the spring), they are spectacular. The park covers 1,600 acres and offers 20 trails for hikers and bikers to explore. There are campsites available and it is one of the most popular parks in Northern Minnesota.

Great news for families: the middle falls are accessible for both strollers and wheelchairs. A gentle slope allows accessibility to different parts of the waterfalls. The visitor center has informative exhibits, a gift shop, and restrooms.

2. Split Rock Falls (Mile 51.3)

West of 61, south of the Split Rock Visitor Center (with amenities), it’s the hiker’s choice whether you take the 1-mile or 5-mile trek to Split Rock Falls. The best way to identify you’re in the right spot is the sign for “Split Rock River.” Park the car along the highway, climb through birch trees a half-mile, take the right fork, and you’ll reach the 20-foot waterfalls tumbling over grey rock. 

If you hike in another 0.8 miles, you’ll spy a red rock gorge with twin red pillars and 50-foot cliffs. If you go further still, you’ll see additional waterfalls along the trail before you reach the river where the true seekers of great Lake Superior views will get wet crossing the river (only when it’s low water, never while it’s rushing) to the high east trail.

3. Beaver River Falls (Mile 58.7)

One of only two waterfalls, it’s possible to drive by along Lake Superior’s North Shore, the Beaver River drops in sections a total of 300 feet above the Highway 61 bridge. For the best photographs, take the pedestrian walkway on the north side of Highway 61.

4. Cascade Falls (Mile 59.4)

Tettegouche State Park contains four waterfalls: Cascade, Two Step, High Falls, and Illgen.

Three trails along the Baptism River allow you options for waterfall choices based on the time you have available and the amount of energy you’d like to expend. The main trail starts with an uphill climb and seemingly never-ending stairs which leads to the Two Step Falls.

If you catch your second wind, and you should, make the effort to get to the High Falls, at 100 feet, which can be viewed from below or from above via a swing bridge. Remember, it’s 3 miles downhill, which typically goes faster than the way up. 

I would not consider any of these three waterfalls accessible to those with limited mobility, though the trail from the visitor center to the Cascade Falls, the smallest of the three, is less strenuous and 2 miles round trip. 

To take the easiest route to reach the Illgen Falls, drive to Mile 70.7, catch a parking spot at the pull-off, and hike 0.2 miles. In spring, this 40-feet high waterfall rushes across the entire ledge. When the river is slower, you’ll view a steady cascade down the center.

5. Caribou River Falls (Mile 79)

If you’re ready for about 150 more stairs, this 1.2-mile hike will take you up nearly 100 feet in the first half mile past the first bench on the spur trail. Make a right and you’ll find the 35-foot falls over gray basalt rock framed by cedar and pine. Keep in mind that this wayside is seasonal. It’s not plowed or accessible during winter. 

6. Cross River Falls (Mile 80.6)

Hop back in the car and back into the parking lot where restrooms and picnic tables can be enjoyed before or after witnessing these 100-foot falls roll down and under the roadway before dropping beneath the bridge on the south side. 

7. Temperance River Falls (Mile 86.6)

Temperance river state park .

Minnesotans’ tongue-in-cheek sense of humor may be displayed by the name of this river. Said to originate because it’s the only river that empties into Lake Superior without a (sand) bar, there’s nothing moderate about the river itself. Eight deaths have been reported here in the past two decades, so it may not be a good place for children or dogs.

 But if you’d like a 2-mile hike with three waterfalls, this is a great stop for adults. The river has carved out gorges for the Upper Falls, Hidden Falls, and Lower Cascades to traverse. The simplest waterfall to see is the Lower Cascades that flow directly into Lake Superior, just a quarter-mile loop.

After parking along the highway, look up through the narrow gap before going up often slippery stone steps to the cliffside overlook. Follow the river through stands of cedar to the Upper Falls.

The fun part is watching the water rushing through the gorge.

There are restrooms and a visitor center store.

8. Onion River Stair Step Falls (Mile 99.8)

More stairs await you to hike a little more than a mile above the river to the cascades, then beyond the river’s mouth about a half-mile to see Stair Step Falls. They’re best seen in spring, not only because the rush is that much more dramatic, but because vegetation makes it harder to spot or photograph in summer or fall.

9. Cascade Falls And Cascades (Mile 107.3)

Cascade falls, cascade river state park.

On a 2-mile stretch of river flowing into Lake Superior sits a 900-foot descent. Within the last 400 yards to Lake Superior are four cascades, the highest falls rising approximately 30 feet. There are trails on either side of the water with a bridge, making it possible to loop your way across the river. 

The rock formations and zigzagging path between the cascades make this one of the most beautiful parks to visit.

10. Kadunce River Wayside Falls (mile 119)

9 miles northeast of Grand Marais, there’s a fun little (10-foot) waterfall that may be best seen by walking up the river in the summer. Other hikers report enjoying the path during winter, walking along the frozen river, and, of course, the more youthful or adept climb up the rockface to view it.

11. Fall River Falls (Mile 124)

Cyclists especially enjoy one of Minnesota’s legendary newly paved “Gitchi Gami Bike Trail” that passes directly in front of these Fall River Falls, 2.6 miles from Grand Marais. The views of Lake Superior definitely make it worthwhile for cyclists and hikers alike.

12. Devil’s Kettle Of The Brule River (Mile 150.3)

Judge c.r. magney state park .

Originally thought to have no bottom, the Devil’s Kettle seems to be on a permanent simmer as the water froths and spins. The hike over the Lower Falls offers great vantage points and then it’s hiker’s choice between the path to the river flowing over the Upper Falls or the path watching the other half of the river disappear into the Devil’s Kettle. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proved the Devil’s Kettle is an optical illusion. While the pool neither seems to fill nor show signs of water escaping, the DNR proved no water “disappears” underground.

Many people prefer to visit in summer or fall and, once again, there are more than 100 steps. Call before you go as summer closings are planned. The total distance is about 2 miles. You need a sticker to park.

13. High Falls Of The Pigeon River (Mile 188.7)

After the Devil’s Kettle, it’s a bit of a drive to Grand Portage State Park, right on the Canadian border, where you’ll find Pigeon Falls. Just a half-mile walk from the parking lot and visitor center, you’ll discover falls, cascades, and a footbridge over the river. Pigeon Falls, at 120 feet, is the highest of all Minnesota waterfalls and the largest. Multi-faceted, these falls come down the front and along the sides, providing a plethora of observation points. 

Follow the sound, you’ll find the falls. The land, leased by the state from the Chippewa Indians, must remain a state park. 

Sometimes called the “Niagara of the Midwest,” you’ll catch the spray from the falls from one of the two viewing decks.

For more experiences in Minnesota , check out these articles:

• 6 Beautiful Lake Towns In Minnesota
• 10 Adorable Small Towns To Visit Near Brainerd, Minnesota
• 9 Best Campgrounds In Southeast Minnesota

Gail Clifford, MD, a physician for 30 years, has traveled to five continents and has visited all 50 United States. An avid traveler, she happily goes on new adventures, especially for birthdays. Multi-generational travel remains a treasured pastime. She currently divides her time between Ireland and the U.S. You can experience more from Gail on her site ABLE Travel & Photo .

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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at [email protected] or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.

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THE GREAT NORTH SHORE WATERFALL TOUR OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:

• Luxury Roundtrip Transportation from the Twin Cities
• Overnight Stay at newly renovated Best Western Plus Superior Inn
• Lakeview Room in Downtown Grand Marais, MN
• Hiking and Exploration of Nine Waterfalls Along the North Shore
• Access to Seven Minnesota State Parks
• Optional Guided Hikes and Free Time to Explore Each Waterfall
• Naturalists to speak about Waterfalls and their Surroundings at Select Parks
• Coffee, Donuts and Savory Hand Pies for Breakfast on Saturday
• Lakeside Lunch Catered to State Park in Private Trail Center
• Pub Style Dinner at Voyageur Brewing Company
• Choice of Craft Beer or Non-alcoholic Beverage with Dinner
• Optional Late-evening Activities in Grand Marais
• Access to Hotel Amenities (Whirlpool, etc.)
• Deluxe Continental Breakfast at Hotel
• Free Time to Explore Grand Marais
• Gourmet Picnic Box Lunches on Sunday’s Travel Home
• Overnight Parking at Union Depot while you’re off Adventuring
• GetKnit Staff to Guide You

DATES: SAT. MAY 11 thru 12, 2024

(all dates have sold out), time: 7:30 am (sat.) thru 6:30 pm (sun.).

     Note: please arrive 20-25 minutes early for check-in

EARLY REGISTRATION PRICE STARTING AT: $319*

     Note: Price based on quad pricing, see package outline below, and doesn’t include 5.15% processing fee.

AVAILABLE PACKAGES:

• Quad Occupancy (4 people sharing a double queen room) – $319 Per Person
• Triple Occupancy (3 people sharing a double queen room) – $339 Per Person
• Double Occupancy (2 people sharing a king or double queen room) – $379 Per Person
• Single Occupancy (1 person in a king room) – $479 Total

*Multi-Occupancy Ticket Packages must be purchased together in same transaction.

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EVENT DETAILS:

Minnesota is home to many natural treasures, but at the top of that list is Lake Superior and the amazing state parks found along its shores! Each are filled with lush forests, roaring rivers, wildlife, and some of our state’s most impressive waterfalls. Join us on our beloved overnight adventure as we head north and explore nine of the biggest and best waterfalls along the North Shore of Lake Superior from Duluth to Grand Marais (and beyond!) . From exploring the diverse waterfalls and the parks they reside in to taking in the views of picturesque Lake Superior, enjoying some delicious meals and drinks to relaxing in your lakeside hotel room…this nature-lovers weekend getaway has something for everyone. Not only will you find fun and adventure, but GetKnit will plan all the details of your weekend “up north” so you can truly relax and enjoy this one-of-a-kind overnight experience.

Our weekend will begin bright and early on Saturday morning as we gather at St. Paul’s Union Depot where your local GetKnit Gurus will excitedly awaiting your arrival with donuts from A Bakers Wife and hot coffee – to start our day off right. We’ll be able to store your luggage safely below and then board our luxury coach bus that will whisk us away for our journey north to explore the waterfalls along the North Shore!  Once we’re on our way north, we’ll enjoy a savory hand pie of our choosing from The Buttered Tin !   At time of registration, you’ll be able to choose between their Ham and Pimento Cheese; Brie Cheese, Caramelized onion and Potato; or the Chorizo sausage, Cheese and Potato.

At each stop we will have time to explore the parks we’re visiting and hike to the waterfall at each location – either as a group or at your leisure. Organized hikes will be optional, as to best meet the goals of each guest. Your onsite Gurus will inform you of the length and level of intensity of each hike. Nothing will be too challenging or extreme so as to accommodate a wide range of strength levels.

Our first stop of the day will be Gooseberry Falls State Park, home to a three level waterfall that passes through a rocky gorge and is know as the “crown jewel of the north shore”. Here you’ll be able to explore the Gooseberry River as it plummets through the Upper, Middle and Lower Falls as the river makes its way to Lake Superior. After our time here, we will continue our way north to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park for a lakeside lunch in the rustic Trail Center catered in by local favorite, Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake . Our lunch buffet will feature a hearty buffet of fresh salad and three homemade soups including Smoked Butternut Squash, Creamy Chicken Wild Rice, Blue Ribbon Beef Chili with a delightful sweet treat to top of our meal! After lunch we’ll have free time to explore the rocky shoreline and take in views of the historic lighthouse atop the sheer cliffs of this beautiful park.

After we’ve recharged with lunch, we will continue north to Tettegouche State Park . Before we arrive, we will make a quick pitstop at Beaver River Falls in Beaver Bay, MN. After we snap some pictures of this beautiful and accessible waterfall we will complete our trip to Tettegouche. Here we’ll have the opportunity to take a moderate .2 mile hike (roundtrip) to the cascading 40 ft. Illgen Falls on the Baptism River. After learning about the origins of where this waterfall gained its name you’ll have the choice of basking in the majesty of this lesser known waterfall within the park or taking a casual .6 mile (roundtrip) hike up river to check out “Devils Rock” before continuing our journey north.

Our journey continues to Temperance River State Park . Once we arrive at Temperance, we’ll be able to traverse the .5 (roundtrip) 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 that you’ll be able to seek out along your adventures.

We will complete the days adventures before relaxing lakeside in Grand Marais at Cascade River State Park . Here we’ll explore the rushing river and grand waterfalls that lay within a gorge, lush with moss and ferns that grow on black volcanic rocks. The .5 mile hike (roundtrip) along the gorge gives great vantage points of both the falls and Lake Superior in the nearby distance.

After we finish our days explorations, we will end up in downtown Grand Marais at Best Western Plus Superior Inn , our home away from home for the night. Here we will get checked into our newly renovated lakeside rooms and kick up our feet and relax. After some free time we’ll regroup and walk to nearby Voyageur Brewing Company . Here we’ll be invited to get comfy in their taproom filled with Northwoods charm and be welcomed with a family style appetizer spread of cheese curds and Caesar salad. For our next course (chosen at time of registration) we will enjoy a delicious dinner featuring of your choice of: Pulled Pork Sliders: three pork sliders with cabbage, BBQ sauce & garlic mayo. Served with kettle chips; Salami Flatbread: salami, fresh mozzarella, basil & tomato sauce; Thai Chicken Tacos: two flour tortillas filled with grilled chicken with ginger, garlic, Sriracha slaw & sesame seeds. Served with tortilla chips; Perch Tacos: two flour tortillas filled with lightly breaded & fried perch with cabbage, arugula, tomatoes & sweet chili sauce. Served with tortilla chips; Cheese Flatbread: tomato sauce & fresh mozzarella; Vegetarian Tacos: two flour tortillas filled with arugula, cabbage, jackfruit, diced tomato, jackfruit & sweet chili sauce. Served with tortilla chips. With dinner you’ll be able to order up a delicious craft beer from Voyageurs wide selection or a non-alcoholic beverage. After dinner, we will be treated to our final course: a house-made sweet treat and then the rest of the night is yours to do with what you will! Explore some other local hangouts and watering holes, enjoy local music at nearby Gun Flint Tavern and Brewery, take a moonlight walk along the lakefront, or just head back to the hotel for a well-deserved early night in. Your GetKnit Gurus are happy to make suggestions and join in your evening excursions!

After a good night’s rest, a scrumptious continental breakfast will be waiting in the hotel lobby upon waking. Once you fill up your belly and take in the sunrise over the big lake, we’ll re-group for our second day of “waterfall hunting” where we’ve saved the best three for last! Should you decide you’d prefer a quiet morning in town, you’re more than welcome to stay back at the hotel and meander through town at your leisure, as we’ll be returning to Grand Marais before heading back to the Cities.

A short 30 minute drive further north will bring us to Judge C.R. Magney State Park , which is home to the infamous Devils Kettle. The 1.8 mile (roundtrip) challenging hike leads from the trailhead upstream along the Brule River to the falls, where the river splits around a mass of volcanic rock. Half of the river plunges 50 feet into a pool, while the rest pours into a huge abyss. Following our time here, we’ll continue our journey along the ridged and beautiful coastline to our most northern spot just shy of Canada — Grand Portage State Park. Here we will walk through the lush forest on a paved 1 mile (roundtrip) path to enjoy several dramatic views of Pigeon Falls, Minnesota’s tallest waterfall coming in at 120 feet.

After our adventures north we will head back to Grand Marais to pick up some delicious boxed lunches featuring an array of handmade wraps. At time of registration you’ll choose from a chicken caesar, BLT, BBQ pulled pork, or Veggie – all served with kettle chips, pickle, apple and cookie. Your Gurus will get those for you and serve them to you on the bus as we start our travels south. After a quick 35 minute drive, we will make another quick pitstop at Cross River Falls for some photos of this unique fall as it makes its way into Lake Superior. Just down the road from Cross River Falls we will make our final waterfall stop of the day, for a visit to local favorite Caribou Falls which is located off the Superior Hiking Trail. Here we’ll enjoy an epic 1 mile hike (roundtrip) that takes you atop the river gorge of the Caribou River that leads to the breathtaking views of both the falls and great vantages of Lake Superior. A perfect waterfall to end our epic adventure.

We will then board our comfortable bus for the last time and finish our journey home to the Twin Cities. We’ll be home in time for dinner at approx. 6:30 PM. The memories of all of the grandeur and beauty will live on in our memories and photos — leaving us with the satisfaction that we fully embraced all our great state has to offer in this weekend getaway to northern Minnesota!

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR OVERNIGHT:

FEATURED PARTNERS:

• A Baker’s Wife – Minneapolis, MN
• The Buttered Tin – St. Paul, MN
• Gooseberry Falls State Park – Two Harbors, MN
• Split Rock Lighthouse State Park – Beaver Bay, MN
• Sir Benedict’s on the Lake  – Duluth, MN
• Tettegouche State Park – Silver Bay, MN
• Temperance River State Park – Schroeder, MN
• Cascade River State Park – Lutsen, MN
• Voyageur Brewing Company – Grand Marais, MN
• Best Western Plus Lakefront Inn – Grand Marais, MN
• Judge C.R. Magney State Park – Grand Marais, MN
• Grand Portage State Park – Grand Portage, MN

MEET-UP LOCATIONS:

Union Depot Lot C 390 E Kellogg Blvd St Paul, MN 55101

FINE PRINT:

Must be 21+ to attend event | No cancellations, refunds, or credits for future events | May transfer your ticket to another individual that is 21+ | Ticket is good for one individual | Event is rain or shine |  Rates are per person and based on single, double, triple, or quadruple occupancy | Rooms are either double queen rooms  or kings and we will do our best to accommodate your requests  |  Each guest must purchase a ticket | Multi-Occupancy Ticket Packages must be purchased at the same time  |   Three beds in a room or cots are not available | Guests will be responsible for any damages or costs charged to their hotel rooms |  A  5.15% processing and credit card fee is applied to each ticket   |  All participants will need to sign our event waiver –  sent digitally after purchase | Organized hikes are optional and you can explore on your own based upon the time at each park we visit |  No organized hikes exceed 1.8 miles (roundtrip) and most are between .5 to 1 mile (roundtrip)  |  Paths at the majority of the parks are a combination of packed dirt/rock paths and wood stairs – some have fully paved pathways  |   It is each guest’s sole responsibility to use their judgment in interpreting their physical restraints so they can safely enjoy this outdoor adventure |   If you have any specialty food requests, please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to event date at [email protected] so we can do our best to accommodate. Otherwise, we cannot guarantee any substitutions. 

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5. Lake of Isles (North) North Stonington (m)

6. Shennecossett Groton (c)

7. Richter Park Danbury (m)

8. Hotchkiss Lakeville (c)

9. Oxford Greens Oxford (m)

10. Gillette Ridge* Bloomfield (m)

Bayside Resort Golf Club in Delaware (Courtesy of Bayside)

1. Plantation Lakes Millsboro (m)

2. Bayside Resort Selbyville (m)

3. Baywood Greens Long Neck (m)

4. White Clay Creek Wilmington (m)

5. Bear Trap Dunes Ocean View (m)

Streamsong Red in Florida (Courtesy of Streamsong/Evan Schiller)

1. TPC Sawgrass (Players Stadium) Ponte Vedra Beach (22m)

2. Streamsong (Red) Bowling Green (T37m)

3. Streamsong (Blue) Bowling Green (T53m)

4. Streamsong (Black) Bowling Green (T67m)

5. The Park West Palm* West Palm Beach (T71m)

6. Bay Hill Club and Lodge Orlando (m)

7. PGA National Resort (Champion) Palm Beach Gardens (m)

8. Trump National Doral Miami (Blue Monster) Miami (m)

9. Innisbrook (Copperhead) Palm Harbor (m)

10. Camp Creek Watersound (m)

11. Hammock Beach Resort (Ocean) Palm Coast (m)

12. Hammock Beach Resort (Conservatory) Palm Coast (m)

13. TPC Sawgrass (Dye’s Valley) Ponte Vedra Beach (m)

14. Southern Dunes Haines City (m)

T15. Sandestin (Burnt Pine) Miramar Beach (m)

T15. JW Marriott Miami Turnberry (Soffer) Aventura (m)

17. PGA Golf Club (Dye) Port St. Lucie (m)

18. PGA Golf Club (Wanamaker) Port St. Lucie (m)

19. Juliette Falls Dunnellon (m)

20. Crandon Park Key Biscayne (m)

21. JW Marriott Marco Island (Hammock Bay) Naples (m)

22. Ponte Vedra Inn & Club (Ocean) Ponte Vedra Beach (c)

23. Orange County National (Panther Lake) Winter Garden (m)

T24. Gasparilla Inn & Club Boca Grande (c)

T24. Trump National Doral Miami (Golden Palm) Miami (m)

26. Riverwood* Port Charlotte (m)

T27. World Golf Village (King & Bear) St. Augustine (m)

T27. Orange County National (Crooked Cat) Winter Garden (m)

29. Celebration GC* Celebration (m)

T30. PGA Golf Club (Ryder)* Port St. Lucie (m)

T30. Evermore Grand Cypress (Links, formerly the New)* Orlando (m)

McLemore’s Highlands Course in Georgia (Courtesy of McLemore/Dave Sansom)

1. Sea Island (Seaside) St. Simons Island (T71m)

2. Reynolds Lake Oconee (Great Waters) Greensboro (m)

3. McLemore (Highlands) Rising Fawn (m)

T4. Kinderlou Forest Valdosta (m)

T4. Reynolds Lake Oconee (Oconee) Greensboro (m)

6. Sea Island (Plantation) St. Simons Island (c)

T7. Harbor Club Greensboro (m)

T7. Bear’s Best Atlanta Suwanee (m)

9. Reynolds Lake Oconee (The Preserve) Greensboro (m)

10. King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort* St. Simons Island (m)

11. Achasta Dahlonega (m)

T12. University of Georgia GC Athens (m)

T12. Reynolds Lake Oconee (National) Greensboro (m)

14. Cobblestone* Acworth (m)

15. Barnsley Resort (The Fazio) Adairsville (m)

Princeville Makai in Hawaii (Courtesy of Princeville Makai)

1. Four Seasons Resort Lanai (Manele) Lanai (35m)

2. Kapalua (Plantation) Maui (T40m)

3. Mauna Kea Resort Kohala Coast (T176m)

4. Princeville (Makai) Princeville (T184m)

5. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Kailua-Kona (m)

6. Mauna Lani (North) Waimea (m)

7. Wailea (Gold) Maui (m)

8. Ocean Course at Hokuala Lihue (m)

T9. Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa (Poipu Bay) Koloa (m)

T9. Wailea (Emerald) Maui (m)

11. Turtle Bay Resort (Arnold Palmer) Kahuku (m)

12. Mauna Lani (South) Waimea (m)

13. Kapolei Golf Club Kapolei (m)

14. Wailua Municipal Kauai (m)

15. Ko Olina Golf Club Kapolei (m)

Couer d’Alene Resort in Idaho (Courtesy of Cover d’Alene Resort)

1. Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort (Circling Raven) Worley (m)

T2. Ridgecrest* Nampa (m)

T2. Coeur d’Alene Resort Coeur d’Alene (m)

4. Sun Valley GC Sun Valley (c)

5. BanBury Eagle (m)

The Glen Club in Illinois (Courtesy of The Glen Club/Patrick Koenig)

1. Cog Hill GC (No. 4 – Dubsdread) Lemont (m)

2. TPC Deere Run Silvis (m)

T3. Stonewall Orchard Grayslake (m)

T3. The Glen Club Glenview (m)

5. Mistwood Romeoville (m)

6. Eagle Ridge (The General) Galena (m)

7. Preserve at Oak Meadows Addison (m)

8. Highlands of Elgin Elgin (m)

9. Thunderhawk Beach Park (m)

10. Harborside International (Starboard) Chicago (m)

11. Shepherd’s Crook* Zion (m)

12. Ravisloe Homewood (c)

13. Cantigny Wheaton (m)

14. Annbriar* Waterloo (m)

15. Blackstone Marengo (m)

The Pete Dye Course at French Lick Resort (Courtesy of French Lick Resort)

1. French Lick Resort (Pete Dye) French Lick (T167m)

2. French Lick Resort (Donald Ross) French Lick (c)

3. The PFAU Course at Indiana Bloomington (m)

4. Warren GC at Notre Dame South Bend (m)

5. Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex (Kampen) West Lafayette (m)

6. Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex (Ackerman-Allen) West Lafayette (c)

7. The Fort Indianapolis (m)

8. Brickyard Crossing Indianapolis (m)

9. Chariot Run Laconia (m)

10. Harrison Hills Attica (c)

Spirit Hollow in Iowa (Courtesy of Spirit Hollow)

1. Spirit Hollow Burlington (m)

2. Blue Top Ridge Riverside (m)

3. Bent Tree GC Council Bluffs (m)

4. Tournament Club of Iowa Polk City (m)

5. Finkbine GC Iowa City (c)

Firekeeper in Kansas (Courtesy of Firekeeper/Paul Hundley)

1. Firekeeper Mayetta (m)

2. Buffalo Dunes Garden City (m)

3. Sand Creek Station Newton (m)

4. Iron Horse Leawood (m)

5. Colbert Hills Manhattan (m)

Lassing Point in Kentucky (Courtesy of Lassing Point)

1. Park Mammoth* Park City (m)

2. Nevel Meade Golf Course Prospect (m)

3. Lassing Pointe Union (m)

4. Heritage Hill Shepherdsville (m)

5. Bardstown CC (Maywood)* Bardstown (m)

TPC Louisiana (Courtesy of TPC Louisiana)

1. The Country Club at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles (m)

2. TPC Louisiana Avondale (m)

3. English Turn Golf & Country Club New Orleans (m)

4. Carter Plantation Springfield (m)

5. L’Auberge Casino Resort (Contraband Bayou) Lake Charles (m)

Belgrade Lakes in Maine (Courtesy of Belgrade Lakes)

1. Boothbay Harbor Boothbay (c)

2. Cape Arundel Kennebunkport (c)

3. Belgrade Lakes GC Belgrade Lakes (m)

4. Kebo Valley* Bar Harbor (c)

5. Sugarloaf Carrabassett Valley (m)

The Links at Perry Cabin in Maryland (Courtesy of the Links at Perry Cabin)

1. Bulle Rock Havre de Grace (m)

2. Links at Perry Cabin St. Michaels (m)

3. Whiskey Creek Ijamsville (m)

4. Queenstown Harbor (River) Queenstown (m)

5. Musket Ridge Myersville (m)

6. P.B. Dye Golf Club* Ijamsville (m)

7. Worthington Manor* Urbana (m)

8. University of Maryland GC College Park (c)

9. Links at Lighthouse Sound Ocean City (m)

10. Rum Pointe Seaside Golf Links* Berlin (m)

Massachusetts

Miacomet in Massachusetts (Courtesy of Miacomet)

1. Cape Cod National Brewster (m)

2. Miacomet Nantucket (m)

3. Farm Neck Oak Bluffs (m)

4. Red Tail Devens (m)

5. The Ranch Southwick (m)

6. Crumpin-Fox Bernardston (m)

7. George Wright Municipal Boston (c)

T8. Cranberry Valley Golf Course* Harwich (m)

T8. Pinehills (Nicklaus) Plymouth (m)

10. Granite Links Quincy (m)

Arcadia Bluff’s South in Michigan (Courtesy of Arcadia Bluffs)

1. Arcadia Bluffs (Bluffs) Arcadia (T77m)

2. Marquette GC (Greywalls) Marquette (T107m)

3. Forest Dunes (The Loop Red & Black) Roscommon (T134m)

4. Forest Dunes (Weiskopf) Roscommon (T196m)

5. Arcadia Bluffs (South) Arcadia (m)

6. Belvedere Charlevoix (T178c)

7. Boyne’s Bay Harbor (Links/Quarry) Bay Harbor (m)

8. Eagle Eye Bath (m)

T9. Island Resort and Casino (Sweetgrass) Harris (m)

T9. Gull Lake View Resort (Stoatin Brae) Augusta (m)

11. Pilgrim’s Run Pierson (m)

T12. Sage Run Bark River (m)

T12. Harbor Shores Benton Harbor (m)

14. American Dunes Grand Haven (m)

15. University of Michigan GC Ann Arbor (c)

16. Boyne Highlands (Arthur Hills) Harbor Springs (m)

T17. Tullymore Golf Resort (Tullymore)* Stanwood (m)

T17. Hidden River Golf & Casting Club Brutus (m)

19. Diamond Springs Hamilton (m)

20. Pine Mountain Resort (Timber Stone) Iron Mountain (m)

The Classic at Madden’s on Gull Lake in Minnesota (Courtesy of Madden’s on Gull Lake)

1. Giants Ridge (Quarry) Biwabik (T122m)

T2. Breezy Point Resort (Deacon’s Lodge) Brainerd (m)

T2. Madden’s on Gull Lake (Classic) Brainerd (m)

4. Wilderness at Fortune Bay Tower (m)

5. Giants Ridge (Legend) Biwabik (m)

6. Chaska Town Course Chaska (m)

7. Meadows at Mystic Lake Prior Lake (m)

8. StoneRidge Stillwater (m)

9. The Wilds Prior Lake (m)

10. Rush Creek Maple Grove (m)

Mississippi

Fallen Oak in Mississippi (Jason Lusk/Golfweek)

1. Fallen Oak Saucier (T83m)

2. Mossy Oak West Point (T129m)

3. Old Waverly GC West Point (m)

4. The Preserve Vancleave (m)

5. Dancing Rabbit (Oaks) Philadelphia (m)

6. Shell Landing Gautier (m)

7. Dancing Rabbit (Azaleas) Philadelphia (m)

8. Grand Bear Saucier (m)

9. The Oaks* Pass Christian (m)

10. Windance Gulfport (m)

Ozarks National at Big Cedar Lodge in Missouri (Courtesy of Big Cedar Lodge)

1. Big Cedar Lodge (Ozarks National) Hollister (T167m)

2. Big Cedar Lodge (Buffalo Ridge) Hollister (m)

3. Big Cedar Lodge (Payne’s Valley) Hollister (m)

4. Branson Hills Branson (m)

5. Old Kinderhook Camdenton (m)

6. Swope Memorial Kansas City (c)

7. Ledgestone Branson (m)

8. Stone Canyon Blue Springs (m)

9. Missouri Bluffs St. Charles (m)

10. Rivercut Springfield (m)

The Wilderness Club Montana (Courtesy of The Wilderness Club Montana)

1. The Wilderness Club Montana Eureka (m)

2. Old Works Anaconda (m)

3. The Ranch Club Missoula (m)

4. Eagle Bend Bigfork (m)

5. Canyon River Missoula (m)

Landmand in Nebraska (Courtesy of Landmand Golf Club)

1. Landmand Homer (T40m)

2. Prairie Club (Dunes Course) Valentine (94m)

3. Wild Horse Gothenburg (113m)

4. Prairie Club (Pines Course) Valentine (m)

5. Bayside Brule (m)

Wynn Golf Club in Nevada (Courtesy of Wynn Golf Club)

1. Shadow Creek North Las Vegas (13m)

2. Cascata Boulder City (T196m)

3. Wolf Creek Mesquite (m)

4. Edgewood Tahoe Tahoe (m)

5. Wynn Las Vegas (m)

T6. Conestoga Mesquite (m)

T6. Incline Village (Championship) Incline Village (m)

8. Paiute (The Wolf) Las Vegas (m)

9. Coyote Springs Moapa (m)

10. Paiute (Sun Mountain) Las Vegas (m)

11. Rio Secco Henderson (m)

12. Paiute (Snow Mountain) Las Vegas (m)

13. TPC Las Vegas Las Vegas (m)

14. Oasis (Palmer) Mesquite (m)

15. Reflection Bay at Lake Las Vegas Resort Henderson (m)

New Hampshire

Omni Mount Washington Resort in New Hampshire (Courtesy of Omni Mount Washington)

1. Omni Mount Washington Resort (Mount Washington) Bretton Woods (c)

2. CC of New Hampshire Sutton (c)

3. Owl’s Nest Thornton (m)

4. Breakfast Hill Greenland (m)

5. Atkinson Resort & CC Atkinson (m)

Neshanic Valley in New Jersey (Courtesy of Neshanic Valley)

1. Crystal Springs Resort (Ballyowen) Hamburg (m)

2. Neshanic Valley Neshanic Station (m)

3. Seaview (Bay) Galloway (c)

4. Rock Spring West Orange (c)

5. Twisted Dune Egg Harbor Township (m)

6. Knoll (West) Boonton (c)

7. Shore Gate Ocean View (m)

8. Crystal Springs Resort (Wild Turkey) Hamburg (m)

9. Architects Lopatcong (m)

10. Crystal Springs Resort (Crystal Springs) Hamburg (m)

11. Seaview (Pines) Absecon (c)

12. Scotland Run Williamstown (m)

13. Ballamor Egg Harbor Township (m)

T14. RiverWinds West Deptford (m)

T14. Heron Glen Ringoes (m)

Paako Ridge in New Mexico (Courtesy of Paako Ridge)

1. PaaKo Ridge Sandia Park (T138m)

2. University of New Mexico (Championship) Albuquerque (m)

3. Black Mesa Espanola (m)

4. Red Hawk Las Cruces (m)

5. Rockwind Community Links Hobbs (m)

6. Cochiti GC Cochiti Lake (m)

7. Sandia Albuquerque (m)

8. Piñon Hills Farmington (m)

9. Twin Warriors Santa Ana Pueblo (m)

10. Taos CC Taos (m)

Bally’s Golf Links at Ferry Point in New York (Courtesy of Bally’s Golf Links at Ferry Point)

1. Bethpage State Park (Black) Farmingdale (26c)

2. Leatherstocking Cooperstown (T161c)

3. Bally’s Golf Links at Ferry Point (formerly Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point) New York (m)

4. Turning Stone Resort Casino (Atunyote) Verona (m)

5. Sagamore Bolton Landing (c)

6. Bethpage State Park (Red) Farmingdale (c)

7. Montauk Downs State Park Montauk Point (m)

8. Greystone Walworth (m)

9. Turning Stone Resort Casino (Shenendoah) Verona (m)

10. Pound Ridge Pound Ridge (m)

11. Ravenwood Victor (m)

12. Mansion Ridge* Monroe (m)

13. Saratoga National Saratoga Springs (m)

14. Turning Stone Resort Casino (Kaluhyat)* Verona (m)

15. Centennial* Carmel (m)

North Carolina

The No. 8 course at Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina (Courtesy of Pinehurst Resort)

1. Pinehurst Resort (No. 2) Pinehurst (18c)

2. Pinehurst Resort (No. 4) Pinehurst (95m)

3. Mid Pines Southern Pines (T131c)

4. Pine Needles Southern Pines (T156c)

5. Tobacco Road Sanford (m)

6. Pinehurst Resort (No. 8) Pinehurst (m)

7. Southern Pines GC Southern Pines (c)

8. Bald Head Island Club Bald Head Island (m)

9. Thistle Golf Club Sunset Beach (m)

10. Duke University GC Durham (c)

11. Waynesville Inn & Golf Club* Waynesville (m)

12. Talamore (Mid South) Southern Pines (m)

13. Pinehurst Resort (No. 7) Pinehurst (m)

T14. Pinehurst Resort (No. 9) Pinehurst (m)

T14. UNC Finley GC Chapel Hill (m)

T16. Omni Grove Park Inn Asheville (c)

T16. Lonnie Poole GC Raleigh (m)

T18. Tot Hill Farm* Asheboro (m)

T18. Currituck Club* Corolla (m)

20. Pinehurst Resort (No. 6) Pinehurst (m)

North Dakota

Bully Pulpit in North Dakota (Courtesy of Bully Pulpit)

1. Minot CC Minot (m)

2. Hawktree Bismarck (m)

3. Links of North Dakota Ray (m)

4. Bully Pulpit Medora (m)

5. Vardon Minot (c)

Firestone South in Ohio (Courtesy of Firestone)

1. Firestone (South) Akron (T165c)

2. Firestone (North) Akron (m)

3. Fowler’s Mill (Lake & River) Chesterland (m)

4. Manakiki Willoughby (c)

T5. The Virtues Nashport (m)

T5. Firestone (Fazio) Akron (m)

7. Sleepy Hollow Brecksville (c)

8. Stonelick Hills Batavia (m)

9. The Quarry Canton (m)

10. Deer Ridge Golf Club* Bellville (m)

Shangri-La Resort in Oklahoma (Courtesy of Shangri-La Resort/Mike Klemme)

1. Karsten Creek Stillwater (T83m)

2. Jimmie Austin GC at the University of Oklahoma Norman (T183c)

3. Shangri-La Resort Monkey Island (m)

4. Cherokee Hills Catoosa (c)

5. Chickasaw Pointe Kingston (m)

The Sheep Ranch at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon (Courtesy of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort)

1. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Pacific Dunes) Bandon (3m)

2. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Old Macdonald) Bandon (T8m)

3. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Bandon Trails) Bandon (11m)

4. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Bandon Dunes) Bandon (12m)

5. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Sheep Ranch) Bandon (T24m)

6. Silvies Valley Ranch (Hankins) Seneca (T122m)

7. Silvies Valley Ranch (Craddock) Seneca (T173m)

8. Sunriver Resort (Crosswater) Sunriver (m)

9. Pumpkin Ridge (Ghost Creek) North Plains (m)

10. Juniper Preserve Pronghorn Club (Nicklaus) Bend (m)

11. Brasada Ranch (Brasada Canyons) Powell Butte (m)

12. Gearhart Golf Links Gearhart (c)

13. Tetherow Bend (m)

14. Langdon Farms Aurora (m)

15. Tokatee* McKenzie Bridge (m)

Pennsylvania

Shepherd’s Rock at Nemacolin in Pennsylvania (Courtesy of Nemacolin/Evan Schiller)

1. Omni Bedford Springs (Old) Bedford (c)

2. Nemacolin (Mystic Rock) Farmington (m)

3. Golf Course at Glen Mills Glen Mills (m)

4. Olde Stonewall Ellwood City (m)

5. Hershey CC (West) Hershey (c)

6. Nemacolin (Shepherd’s Rock) Farmington (m)

T7. Links at Gettysburg Gettysburg (m)

T7. Jeffersonville GC Jeffersonville (c)

9. Wyncote Oxford (m)

10. Club at Morgan Hill Easton (m)

Rhode Island

Newport National in Rhode Island (Courtesy of Newport National)

1. Newport National Newport (m)

2. Triggs Memorial Providence (c)

3. Meadow Brook Richmond (m)

4. Montaup Portsmouth (c)

5. Winnapaug Westerly (c)

South Carolina

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina (Courtesy of Kiawah Island Golf Resort/Chip Henderson)

1. Kiawah Island Golf Resort (Ocean) Kiawah Island (14m)

2. Sea Pines Resort (Harbour Town GL) Hilton Head Island (59m)

3. Caledonia Golf & Fish Club Pawleys Island (T187m)

4. The Dunes Golf & Beach Club Myrtle Beach (154c)

5. True Blue Pawleys Island (m)

6. Sea Pines Resort (Atlantic Dunes) Hilton Head Island (m)

7. Sea Pines Resort (Heron Point) Hilton Head Island (m)

8. TPC Myrtle Beach Murrells Inlet (m)

9. Tidewater North Myrtle Beach (m)

10. Legends Golf Resort (Moorland) Myrtle Beach (m)

T11. Kiawah Island Golf Resort (Osprey Point) Kiawah Island (m)

T11. Myrtle Beach National (King’s North) Myrtle Beach (m)

13. Legends Golf Resort (Heathlands) Myrtle Beach (m)

T14. Barefoot Resort & Golf (Dye) North Myrtle Beach (m)

T14. Grande Dunes Resort Club Myrtle Beach (m)

T16. Kiawah Island Golf Resort (Cougar Point) Kiawah Island (m)

T16. Heritage Club Pawleys Island (m)

T16. Prestwick* Myrtle Beach (m)

19. Palmetto Dunes (Robert Trent Jones) Hilton Head Island (m)

20. Barefoot Resort & Golf (Love)* North Myrtle Beach (m)

South Dakota

Hart Ranch in South Dakota (Courtesy of Hart Ranch)

1. Hart Ranch Rapid City (m)

T2. Golf Club at Red Rock Rapid City (m)

T2. Prairie Green Sioux Falls (m)

4. Willow Run Sioux Falls (m)

5. Meadowbrook Rapid City (m)

The Course at Sewanee in Tennessee (Courtesy of the Course at Sewanee)

1. Sweetens Cove South Pittsburg (90m)

2. Stonehenge Fairfield Glade (m)

3. Course at Sewanee Sewanee (m)

4. Fairfield Glade (Heatherhurst Brae) Fairfield Glade (m)

5. Hermitage Golf Course (President’s Reserve) Old Hickory (m)

Fields Ranch East at Omni PGA Frisco Resort in Texas (Courtesy of Omni PGA Frisco Resort/Evan Schiller)

1. Lajitas Golf Resort (Black Jack’s Crossing) Lajitas (T143m)

2. Omni PGA Frisco Resort (Fields Ranch East)* Frisco (T187m)

3. Omni PGA Frisco Resort (Fields Ranch West)* Frisco (m)

4. Omni Barton Creek (Fazio Canyons) Austin (m)

5. The Rawls Course at Texas Tech Lubbock (m)

6. TPC San Antonio (Oaks) San Antonio (m)

7. Memorial Park Houston (c)

8. Pine Dunes Resort & GC Frankston (m)

9. Omni Barton Creek (Fazio Foothills) Austin (m)

10. TPC San Antonio (Canyons) San Antonio (m)

11. GC of Houston (Tournament) Humble (m)

12. TPC Four Seasons Las Colinas Irving (m)

13. Cowboys Grapevine (m)

14. Omni Barton Creek (Crenshaw Coore Cliffside) Austin (m)

15. La Cantera Resort & Spa San Antonio (m)

16. The Tribute The Colony (m)

17. Old American The Colony (m)

18. Horseshoe Bay CC (Slick Rock) Horseshoe Bay (m)

19. Texas Rangers Golf Club Arlington (m)

20. Wolfdancer Lost Pines (m)

Black Desert Resort in Utah (Jason Lusk/Golfweek)

1. Black Desert Resort* Ivins (81m)

2. Sand Hollow (Championship) Hurricane (T154m)

3. Hideout Monticello (m)

4. Soldier Hollow (Gold) Midway (m)

5. Copper Rock* Hurricane (m)

6. Soldier Hollow (Silver) Midway (m)

7. Sunbrook (Pointe/Woodbridge) St. George (m)

8. Thanksgiving Point Lehi (m)

9. Green Spring Washington (m)

T10. Coral Canyon Washington (m)

T10. The Ledges of St. George St. George (m)

Stowe Country Club in Vermont (Courtesy of Stowe Country Club)

1. Stowe Country Club Stowe (m)

2. Okemo Valley Ludlow (m)

3. Jay Peak* Jay (m)

4. Golf Club at Equinox Manchester Village (c)

5. Green Mountain National Killington (m)

Omni Homestead Resort’s Cascades (Courtesy of Omni Homestead Resort)

1. Primland (Highland) Meadows of Dan (T92m)

2. Omni Homestead Resort (Cascades) Hot Springs (T98c)

3. Golden Horseshoe (Gold) Williamsburg (T190m)

4. Keswick Hall and GC (Full Cry) Keswick (m)

5. Pete Dye River Course of Virginia Tech Radford (m)

T6. Boar’s Head Resort (Birdwood) Charlottesville (m)

T6. Kingsmill Resort (River) Williamsburg (m)

8. Spring Creek Zion Crossroads (m)

9. Royal New Kent Providence Forge (m)

10. The Club at Viniterra New Kent (m)

11. Omni Homestead Resort (Old) Hot Springs (c)

12. Laurel Hill Lorton (m)

13. Golden Horseshoe (Green)* Williamsburg (m)

14. Potomac Shores Golf Club* Potomac Shores (m)

15. Stonehouse* Toano (m)

Gamble Sands in Washington (Courtesy of Gamble Sands/Brian Oar)

1. Chambers Bay University Place (T40m)

2. Gamble Sands Brewster (T49m)

3. Wine Valley Walla Walla (T134m)

4. Gold Mountain (Olympic) Bremerton (m)

5. Palouse Ridge Pullman (m)

T6. Salish Cliffs Shelton (m)

T6. Indian Canyon Spokane (c)

8. Kalispel Spokane (c)

9. White Horse* Kingston (m)

T10. Suncadia (Rope Rider)* Cle Elum (m)

T10. Suncadia (Prospector)* Cle Elum (m)

West Virginia

The Greenbrier’s Old White in West Virginia (Courtesy of The Greenbrier)

1. The Greenbrier (Old White) White Sulphur Springs (140c)

2. Stonewall Resort Roanoke (m)

3. Snowshoe Mountain (Raven) Snowshoe (m)

4. The Resort at Glade Springs (Stonehaven) Daniels (m)

5. The Resort at Glade Springs (Cobb) Daniels (m)

Whistling Straits’ Straits Course in Wisconsin (Courtesy of Destination Kohler)

1. Kohler Whistling Straits (Straits) Mosel (T8m)

2. Sand Valley (Lido)* Nekoosa (32m)

3. Sand Valley (Mammoth Dunes) Nekoosa (36m)

4. Sand Valley (Sand Valley) Nekoosa (T37m)

5. Lawsonia (Links) Green Lake (T66c)

6. Erin Hills Erin (T60m)

7. Kohler Blackwolf Run (River) Kohler (T143m)

8. Kohler Whistling Straits (Irish) Mosel (m)

9. SentryWorld Stevens Point (m)

10. Troy Burne Hudson (m)

11. University Ridge Madison (m)

12. Kohler Blackwolf Run (Meadow Valleys) Kohler (m)

13. The Bull at Pinehurst Farms Sheboygan Falls (m)

14. Wilderness Resort (Wild Rock) Wisconsin Dells (m)

15. Club at Lac La Belle* Oconomowoc (m)

Teton Pines in Wyoming (Courtesy of Teton Pines)

1. Teton Pines Wilson (m)

2. Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club Jackson (m)

T3. Buffalo Golf Club Buffalo (m)

T3. Rochelle Ranch Rawlins (m)

5. Cheyenne CC Cheyenne (m)

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