Mount Josephine (Minnesota) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Josephine |
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Mount Josephine from a way side overlook on MN 61E scenic highway in Grand Portage, Minnesota, U.S.
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| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
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 Mount Josephine
Location in Minnesota
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| Location | Cook County, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Parent range | Sawtooth Mountains |
Mount Josephine is a mountain peak located in the Sawtooth Mountains. These mountains are found in the northeastern part of Minnesota, in the United States. Mount Josephine stands tall, looking over Grand Portage Bay and the huge Lake Superior.
Exploring Mount Josephine's History
How Mount Josephine Got Its Name
Mount Josephine received its name in a special way. It was named after a young woman called Josephine Godfrey. She was from Detroit, Michigan. In 1853, Josephine led a group of her young friends on an exciting day trip. They traveled from Grand Portage, Minnesota, all the way to the top of the mountain.
A Family Connection to the Area
Josephine Godfrey's father, John Godfrey, was also an important person in the area. He owned a trading post. This trading post was located where the town of Grand Marais, Minnesota is today. John Godfrey ran his trading post until the year 1858. The mountain's name helps us remember Josephine's adventurous spirit and her family's history in Minnesota.
