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Grand Portage National Monument

National Monument Minnesota

Travel into the past to discover the present. Explore the partnership between the Grand Portage Anishinaabe and the North West Company during the North American fur trade. Experience the sights and smells of a bustling depot reconstructed in its historic location. See how it shaped co-management with the NPS today. Follow pathways to the past to imagine a drum echo over Gichigami - Lake Superior.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

Short, warm summers and long, cold winters define the climate of northern Minnesota. Average range of summer temperature is from 55°F to 78°F in July and average range of winter temperatures is from –11°F to 12°F in January. Average annual precipitation in Grand Portage, MN is about 32 inches.

Address

170 Mile Creek Road, Grand Portage, MN 55605

Activities & Topics

Arts and Culture Craft Demonstrations Cultural Demonstrations Camping Backcountry Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Group Camping Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hiking Backcountry Hiking Front-Country Hiking Living History Reenactments Paddling Junior Ranger Program Skiing Cross-Country Skiing Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs Commerce Trade Explorers and Expeditions Native American Heritage Animals Birds Fish Forests and Woodlands Geology Lakes Night Sky Aurora Borealis River and Riparian Rock Landscapes and Features Scenic Views Trails Water Trails Wetlands Wilderness