Gooseberry Falls State Park in MN -- Camping
Gooseberry Falls State Park in MN
CampgroundMN State Parks
12 mi from Two Harbors
Setting
Gooseberry Falls State Park sits on Lake Superior's North Shore near Two Harbors, featuring the Gooseberry River and its Upper, Middle, and Lower Falls. Built on basalt geology with 19 lava flows and distinctive mineral-filled pockets, the 1,687-acre park showcases Civilian Conservation Corps stone structures (1934-1941) built with red, blue, brown, and black basalt. Amenities include 70 year-round non-electric sites, 18 miles of trails (including 8 mountain bike miles), a visitor center with programs, and swimming areas.
- Moderately separated here.
- Gooseberry River runs 0.1 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 36–52°F, 3.1″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Starlink Radar
Open sky · Terrain & buildings · Tree canopy
Estimated horizon in eight compass directions, using 10 m USGS elevation. Sky clearance 42 of 100.