Experience the Breathtaking Beauty at Log Slide Overlook

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the center of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Head east on H-58 (also known as Highway 58). You will drive through beautiful scenery for approximately 20 miles. Look for the signs indicating the Log Slide Overlook, which will be on your left shortly after you pass the intersection with the road leading to Grand Marais. There is a parking area available at the overlook. Please note that there may be a park entrance fee if you haven't already paid, typically around $10 per vehicle.

• Public Transportation

  Public transportation options are limited in this area. However, if you are staying in nearby Grand Marais, you might find local shuttle services that provide transportation to various points within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Contact local tourism information centers in Grand Marais for specific shuttle schedules or services that may take you closer to Log Slide Overlook. Once you reach the nearest drop-off point, you will need to walk a short distance (approximately 0.5 miles) to reach the overlook along Highway 58.

• Walking

  If you are already at the Log Slide Overlook parking area or nearby, simply follow the marked trails leading from the parking lot to the overlook viewpoint. The trails are well-maintained and take you through beautiful wooded areas before opening up to stunning views of the Lake Superior shoreline. Ensure you wear appropriate footwear and be cautious as the trails can be steep in certain areas.