Sawtooth Mountains (Minnesota) facts for kids
The Sawtooth Mountains are a beautiful range of hills in Minnesota, a state in the United States. They stretch for about 30 miles (50 km) along the North Shore of Lake Superior. You can find them between the towns of Tofte and Grand Marais.
What Are the Sawtooth Mountains?
The Sawtooth Mountains are part of a bigger area called the North Shore Highlands. This area has lots of rough and rocky land along the North Shore of Lake Superior. The mountains got their name because they look like the teeth of a giant saw when you see them from Lake Superior!
The mountains rise from the lake at a slant, usually between 8 and 20 degrees. Then, they drop off very steeply on their northern sides. This unique shape makes them stand out.
Famous Peaks and Rivers
As you travel along the Sawtooth Mountains, you'll see many cool places. Starting from the west near the Temperance River, some important spots include:
- Carlton Peak, which is above Temperance River State Park.
- Leveaux Mountain.
- Moose Mountain.
- The Eagle Mountain near Lutsen (not the highest peak in Minnesota, but still important here!).
- Peaks along a ridge above Cascade River State Park.
- Murphy Mountain.
- Sawtooth Bluff, which is above Grand Marais.
Fun Things to Do and See
The Sawtooth Mountains are a great place for outdoor adventures! They have many mountain peaks, rivers, and beautiful waterfalls. You can also see lots of wildlife here. Keep an eye out for eagles, hawks, deer, and even moose! Many small animals also live in this area.
Some popular places to visit in the Sawtooth Mountains include:
- Cascade River State Park
- Judge C.R. Magney State Park
- Superior Hiking Trail
- Superior National Forest
- Temperance River State Park
If you love to ski, you'll find the Lutsen Mountains Ski Resort here. It's located near the town of Lutsen. This ski area includes Moose Mountain, which is one of the taller peaks in the range.
