SPLIT ROCK LIGHTHOUSE ~Two Harbors, Minnesota

The most dangerous piece of water in the world - A November gale that wrecked nearly 30 ships in 1905 prompted this rugged landmark's construction. When the U.S. Lighthouse Service completed Split Rock Light Station in 1910, it soon became one of Minnesota's best known destinations.

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. 

If you were to google Split Rock Lighthouse, you will see some amazingly beautiful photos of the lighthouse across the bay and that was the view we were after.

We almost had the entire place to ourselves.  There was only one family on the whole beach.

This part of the cove had black sand.  We knew there was a black beach further up the coast but had not read about this black beach at Split Rock.

As you can see, this is a beautiful area and a must - see place if you are traveling the North Shore of Minnesota.

GETTING THERE

3713 Split Rock Lighthouse Rd.

Two Harbors, MN 55616

CONTACT:  splitrock@mnhs.org

PHONE:  218-226-6372

STATE PARK HOURS:  This is for the tours, you can get to the beach area at any time.

May 15 - October 31

Daily 10:00 am-6:00 pm