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Access Site MN

St. Louis River, Hwy 2 State Water Access Site

St. Louis River Cloquet River Saint Louis River

Source: minnesota_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Brookston, MN
County: St. Louis County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.84885010, -92.57541237
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
II+ Take-out Cloquet - US Route 53 to US Route 2 (11 miles)
7 ft/mi
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Current Conditions
About This Access Site
The Highway 2 boat ramp near Brookston provides convenient public access to the St. Louis River and the Duluth-Superior Harbor. This protected ramp area accommodates both trailer launches and carry-in access, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats up to 18 feet (some ramps can handle larger vessels). The location offers a gateway to exploring this significant water corridor in northeastern Minnesota.

Paddlers should note that public water accesses remain open 24 hours unless otherwise posted. The St. Louis River in this section offers good paddling opportunities, with alternative access points available nearby—including Boy Scout Landing in Gary-New Duluth and a boat ramp on the Wisconsin side near the Oliver Bridge. Check local conditions and water levels before launching, particularly if you plan to venture into the broader harbor system.