Frequently Asked Questions

Where’s the nearest toilet?
The best public restrooms on the North Shore are in the state parks with official wayside rests: Gooseberry Falls and Tettegouche. Watch out for some so-called wayside rests, like Caribou Falls and Split Rock River. They’re on the wayside, but there’s no “rest” (toilet).

Where can I park?
For your safety and the safety of other drivers on Highway 61, park only in designated parking areas and wayside rests. Some of the best roadside parking areas on the North Shore are Flood Bay state wayside, the Silver Cliff parking area, Twin Points wausode, the historic Split Rock Lighthouse overlook, Palisade Head, Taconite Harbor, Cascade River State Park picnic area, and Cutface Creek state wayside.

How many state parks are there on the North Shore?
Five state parks are actually right on the shoreline: Gooseberry Falls, Split Rock Lighthouse, Tettegouche, Temperance River, and Cascade River. Judge C.R. Magney State Park is right near the lake but has no developed direct access. George Crosby Manitou State Park is near the lake but is only reached about 15 miles inland. Jay Cooke State Park is on the St. Louis River as it completes its run to the lake.

Where can I go snowshoeing?
Anywhere there’s snow. If you’d like to stay on a trail or need to rent snowshoes, check out the snowshoeing page on this website.