Temperance River State Park is a Minnesota state park near Schroeder, covering 5,007 acres. Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. It offers camping or lodging. Entry needs a state park vehicle permit, $7 for a day, as the DNR fees page said on October 19, 2026.
- 5,007acres
- Schroedermailing town
- Yesovernight stays
- $7day vehicle permit
- Rock Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Camping
- Many Scenic Areas Along River and Lake
- Rocky Landscape
Plan It In Three Lines
- Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
- Cost: a $7 one-day vehicle permit or a $35 year-round permit, per the DNR fees page of October 19, 2026; confirm before you go.
- Pets: leashed (six feet or shorter) outside buildings, lodging and beaches, per the DNR rules page; park-specific limits are listed below.
About The Park
The DNR describes it: Take the trail that winds along the edge of the Temperance River gorge and enjoy the rushing waterfalls surrounded by pine, spruce, cedar and birch forests. The rapidly flowing river has cut deep potholes in and along the riverbed. Hike the trail to Hidden Falls or connect up with trails into the Superior National Forest and the Cross River Wayside.
Wildlife. The variety of plant communities in the park provides habitat for many different types of wildlife species. Wildlife sightings are common in the park. Both the Temperance and Cross rivers are designated trout streams.
History. It is said the park got its name because, unlike other North Shore streams, the river had no bar at its mouth. At one time, the waters of this particular river flowed so deep and so strong into Lake Superior that there was no build-up of.
Geology. The bedrock in this park is all igneous (solidified from the molten state), and formed about 1.1 billion years ago. One of the most interesting features in the park is the narrow Temperance River gorge with its many waterfalls.
Visit Facts
- Address7620 Highway 61 Schroeder, MN 55613
- Phone218-663-3100
- Park hoursDaily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
- Park office hoursHours are subject to change as other park duties require. Daily 12 – 3 PM
- Emailtemperanceriver.statepark@state.mn.us
- Park GPS point47.55266, -90.87747 (DNR printed coordinates)
- Official pageDNR page for Temperance River State Park
Trails
| Season | Trail type | Length | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Self-Guided | .5 Miles | — |
| Summer | Hiking | 22 Miles | A main trailhead for the Superior Hiking Trail and North Shore Corridor Trail is located in the park. |
| Summer | Unpaved Bike | Within 10 Miles | — |
| Winter | Snowmobile | 7 miles | The state park's snowmobile trails aso connect to the C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail located nearby. |
| Winter | Snowshoe | Anywhere in the park | Snowshoeing is allowed anywhere in the park, except on groomed snowmobile trails. |
Camping And Lodging
| Type | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Drive-in Sites | 52 sites | There are two campgrounds, an upper and a lower campground. Some sites in the lower campground have an excellent view of the lake. Most sites are in a shaded, wooded area. |
| Pull-Through Sites | 2 Sites | — |
| Electric Sites | 18 Sites | All electric sites are in the upper campground. |
| RV Length Limit | 60 Feet | Length is measured from front of tow vehicle to rear of vehicle being towed. Note: Campsites #53 and #55 have a steep grade, which many campers are finding to be inaccessible with their camping trailers and RVs. We recommend only tent campers or extremely small trailers use these two sites. |
| Accessible Sites | — | The Upper Campground has 1 accessible drive-in site with electric hookup. |
| Cart-in Sites | 6 Sites | Carts are provided to haul camping gear to your site. Sites are located within easy walking distance from parking area. |
Reservations go through the DNR system; start from the park page.
On The Water
| Type | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Boat Access | — | — |
| Canoe Access | — | The lower campground has a canoe access to Lake Superior. |
Other Recreation
| Type | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Picnic Area | Near Campground | Includes picnic tables and fire rings. |
| Golf Course | Within 10 Miles | — |
| Other | Rock Climbing | Carlton Peak provides good climbing opportunities. |
Amenities
| Type | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ranger Station | At park entrance | — |
| Gift Shop | Nature Store | The Nature Store is located in the ranger station. |
| Rentals | — | Fishing kits (rod, reel, stocked tackle box), birding kits, and kids' discovery kits (activities and stories designed for age 5-12) are free to check out at the ranger station. |
| Firewood | At ranger station | Firewood is available at the ranger station. |
| Ice Sales | At ranger station | Available Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. |
Pets And Permits
Statewide, the DNR rules page says pets are welcome in state parks on a leash six feet or shorter, attended at all times; only service animals are allowed in buildings, lodging, tours and beach areas. A vehicle permit costs $7 a day or $35 a year (DNR fees page, read October 19, 2026). See the parks passport page for the full price list.
Directions
The entrance to the park is one mile north of the town of Schroeder on State Highway 61. Physical Address: 7620 West Hwy 61, Schroeder, MN 55613
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Directions.
Nearby Places
- George H. Crosby Manitou State ParkState Park, about 13 miles away in a straight line
- Cascade River State ParkState Park, about 20 miles away in a straight line
- Tettegouche State ParkState Park, about 21 miles away in a straight line
- Split Rock Lighthouse State ParkState Park, about 33 miles away in a straight line
- Gooseberry Falls State ParkState Park, about 40 miles away in a straight line
- Judge C.R. Magney State ParkState Park, about 42 miles away in a straight line
What We Could Not Verify
- Current alerts, closures, trail and campground conditions: they change daily. Read the DNR park page before you go.
- County: the DNR page does not state it, so we do not print one.
- Fees for lodging and group sites, and day-by-day availability: set by the DNR reservation system.
- Permit prices were read on October 19, 2026 and the DNR page shows no effective date.
- The map point is the park’s printed coordinate, not a verified entrance.
More In Duluth & North Shore
- Canal Park and the Lakewalk, Duluth
- Grand Portage National Monument
- Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center
- Split Rock Lighthouse Historic Site
- Superior Hiking Trail
- Cascade River State Park
- George H. Crosby Manitou State Park
- Gooseberry Falls State Park
- Grand Portage State Park
- Jay Cooke State Park
- Events in Duluth & North Shore
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Temperance River State Park?
It is near Schroeder, Minnesota. The DNR address is 7620 Highway 61 Schroeder, MN 55613.
How much does it cost to visit Temperance River State Park?
A one-day vehicle permit is $7 and a year-round permit is $35 on the DNR fees page we read on October 19, 2026. Check the fees page before you go.
Are dogs allowed at Temperance River State Park?
Pets are welcome on a leash six feet or shorter outside buildings, lodging, tours and beach areas, per the DNR rules page. The park page states no extra limits we could read.
Sources
- Temperance River State Park (DNR Recreation Compass data) (read November 1, 2026).
- Minnesota state park fees (DNR) (read November 1, 2026).
- Minnesota state park rules (DNR) (read November 1, 2026).
- Minnesota State Parks Passport, all places, park fees and rules.