Mount Rose Trail Junction

Mount Rose Trail Junction is a short, low-elevation stop in Grand Portage National Monument in northeastern Minnesota, managed by the National Park Service. The junction sits at about 834 feet, and the route rises to 865 feet before descending to 626 feet, with a total gain of 217 feet and a loss of 444 feet over 0.4 miles. The steepest stretch comes at about 0.14 miles, with a grade of 19 percent. Summer is the most comfortable time to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Grand Portage run to highs around 74°F in July and 73°F in August, with lows near 52°F. Winters are severe, with January highs around 20°F and lows near 1°F. The junction links to several other trails within a short distance. Mount Rose Summit and Mount Rose - Once an Island! are both about 0.1 mile away, and the Mount Rose Trail Depot Overlook is also close by. The Trailhead for Gichi Onigaming, the Grand Portage is about 0.3 mile off.