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Minnesota
3.1 mi
Distance
187 ft
Gain
1h 8m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Superior National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Upper Gunflint Aspen Alley
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Upper Gunflint Aspen Alley is a scenic loop trail in Minnesota's North Shore region, offering a pleasant walk through beautiful aspen forest. This 3.11-mile loop showcases the natural beauty of the boreal forest transition zone, with the distinctive white-barked aspen trees creating a picturesque corridor throughout the hike. The trail provides an accessible way to experience the Gunflint Trail area's diverse woodland ecosystem.
Upper Gunflint Ham Lake
~1 min drive
Short loop through North Woods forest near Upper Gunflint Lake.
Border Route Trail
~2 min drive
Remote out-and-back trail through Superior National Forest's boreal wilderness.
Magnetic Rock
~2 min drive
8-mile out-and-back Minnesota hike to a notable geological landmark.
Bryce Breon
~5 min drive
4.6-mile out-and-back Minnesota trail with moderate terrain and scenic views.
Upper Gunflint Short Cut
~1 min drive
Easy 1.46-mile loop in the Upper Gunflint area of Minnesota.
Centennial Trail
~4 min drive
Easy 1.5-mile point-to-point trail perfect for casual hikers.
Upper Gunflint North Star
~3 min drive
Moderate 6.57-mile loop through North Shore boreal forest near Gunflint Trail.
Upper Gunflint Cut Across
~2 min drive
A scenic 2.78-mile loop through North Shore boreal forest.
Pine Portage
~6 min drive
Easy 0.31-mile out-and-back portage trail through Minnesota woodland.
Upper Gunflint Lonely Lake
~4 min drive
A moderate 9.24-mile loop around Lonely Lake in the Upper Gunflint area.