Itineraries for North Shore waterfall season
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The North Shore offers a stunning array of waterfalls, especially during April and May, which is considered waterfall season. North Shore Explorer has created an itinerary that highlights the best places to stay, lodge deals, and nearby activities, perfect for waterfall enthusiasts. Starting in Duluth, visitors can enjoy views from the South Pier Inn, located near Chester Park, which features beautiful falls and opportunities to see deer and surfers. Traveling further, Tettagooch State Park houses High Falls, the tallest waterfall in Minnesota. Adventurers are reminded to wear proper footwear for the muddy trails during this season. For those heading to Silver Bay, the Black Beach Inn offers family-friendly amenities and proximity to local attractions like Black Beach Mini Golf and Poplar River Falls. The Solbakken Resort near Lutzen is another historic option, providing a perfect base to explore the area's natural beauty while enjoying local maple syrup products. Embrace the splendor of North Shore's waterfalls and plan your visit today.
North Shore waterfalls are particularly special in the spring. They’re raging from melting snow, there are no bugs, and rates for lodging are at their lowest during “shoulder season.”
Melissa Dressely from North Shore Explorer came up with an itinerary for several favorite waterfall stops:
- Duluth: Stay at the South Pier Inn and visit Chester Park, Canal Park, and Park Point
- Beaver Bay: Stay at North Shore Camping Co. and see the High Falls at Tettegouche State Park
- Silver Bay: Stay at the Black Beach Inn and enjoy Caribou River Falls, the Black Beach, and Palisade Head
- Lutsen: Stay at the rustic Solbakken on Superior and check out Poplar River Falls
- Grand Portage: Stay at the Grand Portage Lodge & Casino and walk to the High Falls
However, there is mud. So Dressely recommends packing the proper footwear for some squishy spots on the trails.
She has more details and suggestions for Beaver Bay, the Cascade River area, and Grand Marais on a blog post.