Split Rock Lighthouse, Two Harbors, MN
I visited the Split Rock Lighthouse in Two Harbors, Minnesota, which is along the north shore. I went there on November 10, 2016,
which is the 41st anniversary of the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald. The weather was absolutely gorgeous.
Every year on November 10th, the Split Rock Lighthouse commemorates the sinking of the freighter SS Edmund Fitzgerald. The names of the crew members are read and the bell is rung as each name is read, and then the beacon is lit. This is the only time of year where they allow visitors to go inside the lighthouse when the beacon is lit.
Note: the little green dot floating around is lens flare, and it's annoying. Oh well.
Split Rock Lighthouse State Park - MN - February 2019
Split Rock Lighthouse State Park is right outside of Two Harbors. A little shy of 4 hours north of Minneapolis. The Lighthouse itself is a historic site and visited daily by tourist. It is worth a look if you haven't seen it before.
Fortunately I have, so this trip was focused on scouting out the Campground for future family visits. These campsites in the summer are Cart-In sites where they provide the carts and you do a short little hike to your site. In the winter they only plow out to the Little Two Harbors trail which turns into the Day Hill Trail Trailhead which is about .5 miles from the farthest site. With a pulk it is no problem sliding into a good site. They also open up the public picnic area down by the lake if you want to camp there. It is close to a heated shelter and right on the shore. Most people choose this option.
In the winter you almost always have your choice of campsite. As I hiked the trail I could see that no one has camped in any of the sites almost all winter. The snow was around 2-3 feet deep and the wind was strong from the lake.
Site 18 and Site 19 are really good sites that are up on a little cliff and overlook the lighthouse. I stayed in site 18. Site 19 won't accommodate a hammock. Sites 14 and 15 are really close to the outhouse and away from the wind. Which also means no real view of the lake. Site 1 is up on a little hill and a more isolated than the rest and site 4 is closest to an actual washroom(closed in the winter).
After I set up in my site I left the park. That's correct, I decided to leave beauty of the park and explore the lake instead. Lake Superior is more beautiful this time of year with the ice sheets spiking up and the frozen waves on the shore. Leave land behind and head for the water! Trust me! The trail you hike in on goes right by the water so getting to the lake is easy. Ice Spikes might be a good option and also snow shoes as some of the drifts can be a little high. There is a island close by, but I suggest heading further out and up the shore for some better looking ice.
Now granted ice formations are not specific to just this park and you actually have to go out on the lake to see them up close, but Split Rock Lighthouse gives you easy access to the shore. Think of it more as a jumping off point. I loved exploring the lake so much I took two trips out there just walking around. Be forewarned, the wind is really strong out on the lake. Bundle up appropriately. The sunset is beautiful out there, and good news it is just a short hike back to the park and into your campsite.
If your a tent camper, Site 19 is recommend. If your a hammocker go for site 18.
Stay warm and thanks for watching.
Split Rock Lighthouse interior, Lake Superior, Minnesota, United States
Split Rock Lighthouse is located along the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota. It consists of three waterfalls. Take a look at all three in this video.
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Split Rock Lighthouse Tour - Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, MN
A tour inside of the Split Rock Lighthouse in Two Harbors Minnesota. The Split Rock Lighthouse is on Lake Superior. The lighthouse is now non-operational, and is part of Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. This is a great place for camping and sight seeing.
SPLIT ROCK LIGHTHOUSE, MINNESOTA
Nestled in a Minnesota State Park, Split Rock Lighthouse is one of the most photographed and visited spots in the state. We decided not to stop at the lighthouse and visitor center though we did drive around the area.
We wanted to explore the beach and take in the amazing view of the lighthouse hugging the edge of the cliff. There is also a hidden cove where you will find a smooth black sand area as opposed to the rocky area around the rest of the beach.
Split Rock 108th
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Split Rock Light Station was put into service on July 31, 1910. It was build by the federal government as a navigational aid, in response to a disastrous 1905 storm that sank or damaged 29 ships on western Lake Superior. This video was taken on the 4th of July 2013 on my way to Grand Marais. I highly recommend a visit to this historical landmark.
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This video shows a few of the most popular tourist attractions from Duluth north to the Two Harbors area. Without a doubt a beautiful place to visit.
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Some various aerial footage from a trip up hwy 61 north of Duluth,MN. Lift bridge, Two Harbors, Gooseberry falls, Split Rock Light house