A dark cave entrance is visible in a rocky cliff surrounded by green trees and foliage, with water from Rainy Lake at the base of the rocks in the foreground, nestled in scenic Minnesota. | Rainy Lake, MN

Bushyhead Mine Tunnel

A dark cave entrance is visible in a rocky cliff surrounded by green trees and foliage, with water from Rainy Lake at the base of the rocks in the foreground, nestled in scenic Minnesota. | Rainy Lake, MN

The Bushyhead Mine Tunnel is a quiet reminder of the region’s early gold-mining history. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, prospectors explored this area in search of gold-bearing quartz, carving tunnels into the rock that still remain visible today.


Please note: The tunnel is an undeveloped historic site. Visitors should use caution and respect the natural environment when viewing the area.

8 mile boat ride from VNP Rainy Lake Visitor Center

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