The Cascades
Minnesota · height not recorded · Tettegouche State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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The Cascades is a waterfall in Minnesota. Height has not been officially recorded. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cascades (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Two Step Falls | 0 mi | 13 ft | — | Y | Free |
| High Falls | 1 mi | 62 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Illgen Falls | 1 mi | 39 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Kramer’s Choice Rapid | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Beaver River Falls | 7 mi | — | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about The Cascades
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is The Cascades in a national or state park?
Yes — The Cascades 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 The Cascades?
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 The Cascades?
No entrance fee. Tettegouche State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is The Cascades from a major city?
The Cascades is 5 miles from Silver Bay (about 7 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
47.3424, -91.2066
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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