Illgen Falls
Minnesota · 39-foot drop · Tettegouche State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Illgen Falls is a waterfall in Lake County, Minnesota. It drops roughly 39 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illgen Falls (this page) | — | 39 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Kramer’s Choice Rapid | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| High Falls | 1 mi | 62 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Two Step Falls | 1 mi | 13 ft | — | Y | Free |
| The Cascades | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Pancake Falls | 7 mi | — | — | — | — |
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How tall is Illgen Falls?
Illgen Falls is 39 feet (12 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Illgen Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Illgen Falls is inside Tettegouche State Park. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Illgen Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Tettegouche State Park permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Illgen Falls?
No entrance fee. Tettegouche State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Illgen Falls from a major city?
Illgen Falls is 5 miles from Silver Bay (about 8 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
47.3588, -91.2140
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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