Hike Grand Portage Trails

Flooding at the Poplar Creek Crossing on the Grand Portage Trail Increased rain and beaver dam activity can flood the Poplar Creek Crossing along the Grand Portage Trail. Please exercise caution as you pass through the water. (see map below) Hiking at the Monument Grand Portage National Monument offers two trails: the one mile round trip trail to the top of Mount Rose and the 17 mile round trip Grand Portage. Hikers may camp at Fort Charlotte on the Pigeon River by obtaining a free backcountry permit. Fort Charlotte is the only place within Grand Portage National Monument where camping is allowed. Bicycles are prohibited on the trails at Grand Portage National Monument. Trail Safety Wear sturdy foot wear Carry water Pack rain gear and/or warm clothing, dress in layers and long sleeves/pants for bug and sun protection Remember insect repellent, sunscreen, and a first aid kit Know the difficulty level of the trail and your physical abilities and limitations Leave No Trace! Stay on the trail Carry out all trash Leave what you find No fires except in designated fire rings at Fort Charlotte Please do not feed or disturb wildlife Pets Pets must be restrained on a leash no longer than 6 feet (1.8 m). Pets are not allowed inside buildings or the stockade of the historic depot. There are trails around the perimeter of the stockade allowing a bypass.