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Iona's Beach Scientific and Natural Area

Two Harbors

4.7 (902) pink beach
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Located along Lake Superior in Two Harbors, Minnesota, Iona's Beach Scientific and Natural Area is a unique North Shore destination famous for its smooth, pink-tinted rhyolite stones and crystal-clear water. Visitors are captivated by its relaxing beach soundscape, where the waves hitting the pink pebbles create a distinct ringing sound.

Commenters express immense excitement and local pride, with many Minnesotans surprised to discover this hidden gem and eagerly adding it to their travel bucket lists. Viewers consistently praise the soothing sound of the waves and emphasize key visitor details, such as strict regulations against removing rocks.

  • Listen closely for the distinct ringing sound made by waves hitting the rhyolite pebbles.
  • Do not take rocks home, as collecting souvenirs is strictly prohibited.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to nearby Black Beach.

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