National Monument · Minnesota
Grand Portage National Monument
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.
Things to do
- 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
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Junior Ranger Program
- Skiing
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
Weather & when to go
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.
Operating hours
Trails & Grounds
The Anishinaabe Oodena (Ojibwe Village), the grounds outside of the palisade, and the Mount Rose and Grand Portage trails are open daily year-round.
Historic Depot
The Historic Site is open from Memorial Day weekend, holidays included, through Columbus Day, and closed the rest of the year.
Heritage Center
The Heritage Center serves as the monument's visitor center for information and houses a museum about the Grand Portage Anishinaabe and fur trade era.
Campgrounds
Fort Charlotte Backcountry Campgrounds
FAQ
- Is Grand Portage National Monument free to visit?
- Grand Portage National Monument does not charge a standard entrance fee. Check the official NPS page for the latest details on any activity or permit fees before you go.
- What are the hours at Grand Portage National Monument?
- The Anishinaabe Oodena (Ojibwe Village), the grounds outside of the palisade, and the Mount Rose and Grand Portage trails are open daily year-round.
- Do I need a reservation for Grand Portage National Monument?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Grand Portage National Monument. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.