Jay Cooke State Park
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Jay Cooke State Park

Swinging bridge over the St. Louis River

Status
Open now
Hours today
8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Drive time
150 min
Parking
30% full
Weather & safety
NWS10 min ago
63°F
Sunny
Air quality: Good
Prototype safety guidance only. Always tell someone your plan.
Congestion right now
Park counters5 min ago
Parking30%
Visitor center queue34%
Boat launch58%
Beach crowding71%

Try mornings before 10 AM for a quieter visit.

What you can do here

hiking
biking
picnic
camping
horseback
skiing
snowshoeing
wildlife

Unavailable activities are hidden to keep the view clean.

Know before you go

Steep river gorges, unique tilted slate and 50+ miles of trails just south of Duluth.

  • Vehicle permit required — day or annual
  • Pets on 6-foot leash on designated trails
  • Pack water. Cell service is limited
  • Bear-safe food storage recommended

Amenities

Hiking
Biking
Picnic
Camping
Horseback
Skiing
Snowshoeing
Wildlife / birding

Nearby

Lodging
12 within 15 mi
Restaurants
24 within 15 mi
Outfitters
6 within 15 mi
Urgent care
2 within 15 mi
EV charging
5 within 15 mi
Visitor centers
3 within 15 mi

Prototype disclaimer

All conditions, hours, and counts on this page are simulated for the prototype. For real-time information, refer to the operating agency. See Data Sources.