Little American Falls is a hidden gem that offers a perfect day trip or camping trip for nature enthusiasts and adventurers.
In the serene wilderness of South Koochiching County, Little American Falls is a hidden gem that offers a perfect day trip or camping trip for nature enthusiasts and adventurers. This charming waterfall is part of the Big Fork River, a waterway renowned for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities.
The journey to Little American Falls is an adventure in itself. Paddlers can follow a scenic route that takes them through lush forests and along winding rivers. The hiking trail is particularly stunning in the spring, when the water... Read more
Willy the Walleye, as the locals refer to it, is the first thing you see on the way to Lake Kabetogama!
As visitors enter Kabetogama Township, they’re greeted by a walleye statue that proudly celebrates the area’s rich fishing heritage. This statue stands as a tribute to Lake Kabetogama’s reputation as one of Minnesota’s top destinations for walleye fishing. The stairs make it easy to snap a picture of a family member riding it!
The Ellsworth Rock Gardens, known as the “Showplace of Lake Kabetogama” since the 1940s, were created by Jack Ellsworth, a self-taught artist and carpenter from Chicago!
The Ellsworth Rock Gardens stand as a testament to human creativity harmoniously blended with nature. Often referred to as the “Showplace of Lake Kabetogama,” this distinctive site was meticulously crafted by Jack Ellsworth, a self-taught artist and carpenter from Chicago, over two decades starting in the 1940s.
Between 1944 and 1965, Jack Ellsworth transformed a 60-foot granite outcrop into an intricate garden featuring 62 terraced flower beds and over 200 abstract rock sculptures. Utilizing native stones and concrete, Ellsworth’s creations range from... Read more
Kabetogama Community Park offers a playground and picnic area!
Kabetogama Community Park offers a playground and picnic area!
