Hike Distance: 8.3 miles Hike Summary: Hike by a large beaver pond and pine forest before joining North Shore State Trail for 2.5 mi. Steep descent to ridgeline with views heading into Pincushion. Meeting Place and Directions: Meet at Pincushion Trailhead Parking Lot: At Hwy 61 mile 110, turn left on Cook Co. Rd. 12 […]
Hike Distance: 4.8 miles Hike Summary: Hike along the Temperance River and climb to Carlton Peak to enjoy far-reaching views. Meeting Place and Directions: Meet at Britton Peak Trailhead Parking Lot. At Hwy 61 mile 82.8, turn left on Cook Co. Rd. 2 (Sawbill Trail) and go 2.7 mi. to parking lot on right. For […]
Hike Distance: 8.5 miles Hike Summary: Watch for moose signs as trail winds through mixed forests to Carlson Pond and Carlson Creek. Meeting Place and Directions: Meet at Arrowhead Trail Trailhead Parking Lot. At Hwy 61 mile 128.9, turn left on Cook Co. Rd. 16 (Arrowhead Trail) and go 3.3 mi. to trailhead parking lot […]
Hike Distance: 4.8 miles Hike Summary: Cross Flute Reed River and rocky outcrops. Steep ascents and descents. Hike along the Brule River and pass Devil’s Kettle Falls. Ascend 200 steps on way to trailhead parking lot. Meeting Place and Directions: Meet at Judge Magney State Park Trailhead Parking Lot. At Hwy 61 mile 123.8, turn […]
Hike Distance: 3.1 miles Hike Summary: Traverse a wooded ridge above Amity Creek, then enjoy a beautiful hike through Duluth’s Downer Park and surrounding neighborhoods. Option to explore Hartley Nature Center on your own after the hike. Meeting Place and Directions: Meet at Hartley Nature Center. From I-35, take 21st Ave East Exit #258. Turn […]