St. Louis River

Hiking at Jay Cooke State Park - Minnesota

Hiking at Jay Cooke State Park  - Minnesota

At Jay Cooke State Park, wander downstream of the St. Louis River from the parking lot to get the best pictures of Swinging Bridge. Cross Swinging Bridge and hike upstream to the rapids. For a two-mile hike, walk back to the bridge, and enjoy an out-and-back along River Trail. For a longer hike, head towards Lost Lake and enjoy the valley, streams, and meadow.