Events & Activities

Join the Tettegouche State Park Naturalist and other staff for a one-day introduction to winter camping. We will build a traditional quinzhee, an insulated snowcave, for sleeping. Also covered will be topics such as cooking outdoors in the snow, tricks for staying dry and warm in the winter, and we will discuss some methods of transporting gear through the snow. This one-day workshop will cover everything you need to know about camping in the winter. Participants who CHOOSE to do so will be able to sleep in the constructed quinzhees and try out the skills they have just learned. Come for just a day of winter fun and learning, or make a weekend out of it. You choose. No bugs! No poisonous plants! Lots of fun! Please register by calling the Park Naturalist at 218 353.8809 or emailing kurt.mead@state.mn.us

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Sidestreet Detour @ the historic Green Door on Saturday (Feb 14th, 2025) starting @ 8:00 pm!!

FREE entry 21+

Join us for a day of winter magic with a Scandinavian twist! This free event offers something for everyone.

Outdoor Activities:

Play traditional games like Kubb.
Rumor has it there may be a Herring Toss or even Fish Bowling!
Guided snowshoe hike through snowy trails (limited snowshoes available—please bring your own).
Warm up with s’mores at the outdoor fireplace.
Indoor Fun:

Live music by the Scandinavian Trio will fill the air with Nordic charm.
Delight in Scandinavian folk stories during children’s story time.
Make your own troll.
Enjoy free popcorn and hot apple cider.
Afternoon Presentation:
Topic to be announced soon!

Food Truck:
Johnny B’s will be on-site with delicious food for purchase.

Come celebrate winter, Scandinavian culture, and the great outdoors with us! Mark your calendars!

Ice fishing is more than just staring down a dark hole in the ice! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler, join Tettegouche staff for a day of ice fishing on Lax Lake. All of the fishing gear you need will be provided for this experience, just come dressed for the weather and bring whatever food, water, and warm beverages you?ll need for the day. Park in the Lax Lake Road boat access lot and walk out to the big red tent across the lake.

Free!

Winter travel over frozen rivers is a good way to see the landscape from a different and unique perspective. Wildlife use these natural corridors in the winter, leaving signs of their passage. Join the Park Naturalist for a guided snowshoe hike from the bridge up to the Cascades of the Baptism River. Participants may use a pair of our rental snowshoes (for free) or bring your own trusty pair. Loaner snowshoes will be available on a first come, first served basis, so please arrive a little early to get your pair. Should river ice conditions not be ideal (it will be scouted ahead of time) this hike will be moved to the lakeside trails in the Cart-In Campground. This event will be canceled if the temperature is below -10F. No fees. Please arrive ahead of time so that we can all leave together, especially if you need a loaner pair of snowshoes.

Tettegouche hosts monthly, juried art shows in the Visitor Center. We hold a reception for these artists on the first Friday of the month.

This month we are showing artwork by Richard Love. Meet the artist. Eat some snacks.