It is a highly used trail with about 90 established campsites along its length. Trail relocations and improvements alter map data e. The superior hiking trail relies on support from trail users like you. Superior hiking trail map superior hiking trail maps created by matt kania.
Online map of sht, brt, and kek draft official guide to the superior hiking trail shta. If you love the sht like we do, consider making a gift today to support our efforts to care for and improve the trail. Guide to hiking the north country trail in minnesota. Maps lake superior state water trail minnesota dnr. The superior hiking trail, also known as the sht, is a 310mile 499 km long footpath in northeastern minnesota that follows the ridgeline overlooking lake superior for most of its length. After hiking through forests, trail climbs to and follows bread loaf ridge with views of lake superior. Shta also depends on hundreds of volunteers to maintain and build our footpath through the northwoods. The superior hiking trail, also known as the sht, is a 310mile long distance hiking singletrack hiking trail in northeastern minnesota that follows the ridgeline overlooking lake superior for most of its length. Find more detailed information on section of the superior hiking trail, broken down into 3555 mile sections. After a brief walk on the paved munger trail, head uphill into an oak and pine forest for an 8. The superior hiking trail follows the rocky ridgeline above lake superior from the. These critical trip planning tools are available for purchase in our online store, at our trail information center in two harbors, mn, and at selected retail locations, including outdoor gear shops and state park gift shops guide to the superior hiking trail 8th edition. Hikers enjoy views of boreal forests, the sawtooth mountains, babbling brooks, rushing waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. Spur trail from parking lot in wisconsin will be built by north country trail association.
These maps are pdf files, designed to be printed on a home printer or at a local print shop. How the 300milelong superior hiking trail came to be lake. There are 310 miles of trail between jay cooke state park near duluth and the canadian border. The guide contains complete and uptodate maps, information on campsites, and trailhead parking lots. The trail travels through forests of birch, aspen, pine, fir, and cedar. If you like wild places, rugged hikes, varied terrain, dark night skies, an endless horizon, fewer biting insects continue reading take a walk on. Keep small children close and be aware of surroundings. Superior hiking trail map and lodges boundary country. The superior hiking trail weaves along the sawtooth mountain range easily the most impressive scenery in the midwest.
The sht crosses the land of 40 to 50 private landowners, in addition to state parks, county forests, state forests and the national forest. Take a walk on the wild side on lake superiors coastal trail. All other winter routes will open on december 16, 2019. The superior hiking trail, also known as the sht, is a 310mile 500 km long hiking trail in northeastern minnesota that follows the rocky ridges overlooking lake superior for most of its length. Superior hiking trail section from haines rd is a 3. In winter, ski and snowshoe in the park or snowmobile on the north.
The distance between the section gridlines on all shta maps is 1 mile. They are available by regional series, meaning there are maps of multiple trail sections included in each file. Superior hiking trail map and lodges boundary country trekking. Superior hiking trail two harbors 2020 all you need to. These sites must be used, but in the superior national forest dispersed camping is legal. Porcupine mountains park hiking trail map overview. There is also a pdf file that has the campsite waypoints. Guide to the superior hiking trail book by superior. The trail is built, maintained, and managed by the superior hiking trail association shta, a private nonprofit organization based in two harbors, mn. The superior hiking trail databook is a compact, easytocarry guide designed to help you explore the premier footpath along minnesotas north shore of lake superior. The map shows campsites, hiking trails, portage lengths and points of interest. Us visitor tips wear good hiking shoes and bring plenty of water.
The reverse side has a more detailed view of the coastal section of the park, at 1. Package hold options pdf hiker services pdf thruhiker blogs and gear info. Border route trail a thruhikers guide to the superior. Presque isle river waterfall hiking trail one way 1.
Click on a map image below to download a pdf version of the map for that section of the lake superior state water trail. Intersects various trails, so pay attention to signage. Many stretches include spectacular views of lake superior, but others gasp. Begins at remote minnesota border, new southern terminus of the sht.
It had been some time since i last hiked this trail. Guide to the superior hiking trail is the essential guidebook for both day hiking and backpacking on the trail. This tool allows you to calculate distance to trailheads and campsites on the superior hiking trail sht, stretching over 300 miles from the wisconsinminnesota border south of duluth to the canadian border. The guide to the superior hiking trail details over the 326 miles of the superior hiking trail, from wild valley road south of jay cooke state park near duluth, mn to the canadian border. Relax under a grove of cedar trees at one of seven picnic sites along the lake. The path is 18 inches 46 cm wide and is set in the middle of a 4foot 1. The trail is 1,750 feet above sea level and more than 1,000 feet above lake superior. The 200mile trail along the minnesota edge of lake superior may be the best hike in the united states.
They have since installed beautiful stone steps with railings along the trail. Guidebooks and maps superior hiking trail association. The superior hiking trail association publishes the official trail guidebook, databook, and a set of six trail maps. Guide to the superior hiking trail 8th edition superior.
Boundary country trekking coordinates the finest lodge to lodge or inn to inn hiking experience along minnesotas superior hiking trail. The superior hiking trail, also known as the sht, is a 310mile 500 km long hiking trail in northeastern minnesota that follows the rocky ridges overlooking. Dec 10, 2015 todays post comes from carol dersh, our natural heritage education leader at lake superior provincial park. You can also find the guide to the superior hiking trail and sht maps at these fine retailers. A thruhikers guide to the superior trail, border route trail.
The trail is routed principally along the ridgeline. Interactive visitor map forest service visitor map. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and snowshoeing and is best used from may until november. Start at the campground and hike to the top for a stunning view of lake superior and. Map of temperance river state park trails and facilities files. Magney state park via the dramatic devils track and kadunce river gorges.
The trail is marked with blue blazes and prolific signage. Relatively flat section featuring variety of forests and series of ponds. Superior hiking trail mns premier hiking and running trail. In northeastern minnesota, the superior hiking trail traverses 296 miles of rugged landscape and beautiful vistas of lake superior. Superior hiking trail map canadian border to two harbors. And guide to the superior hiking trail is the best guide. Purchase our 6 doublesided, pocket sized maps that cover the length of the sht in detail, or pick up. How to hike the superior hiking trail granite gear. Feb 08, 2017 stash your bike at the superior hiking trails kingsbury creek trailhead, and then start the hiking portion of this route at the munger trailhead just west of gary, mn. Trail maps and downloads north country trail association. The superior hiking trail is a long distance footpath modeled after the appalachian trail that follows the shore of lake superior in northeastern minnesota. Trail map of the superior hiking trail from canadian border to two harbors. Milebymile descriptions for the dayhiker or backpacker.
The rugged footpath on this popular section of the superior hiking trail. Best sections of superior lake trail minnesota forum. Superior hiking trail section from haines rd minnesota. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from april until october. To a novice, minnesotas superior hiking trail presents a bewilderment of possibilities. Hike or crosscountry ski this trail for scenic lake views. Superior hiking trail association, two harbors, minnesota. Oct 01, 20 although the trail is completed, another longterm focus for the superior hiking trail association is ongoing relationships with landowners, private and public. Guide to the superior hiking trail provides information on trailhead access, parking accommodations, designated campsites, scenic overlooks and linkages to the eight minnesota state parks along the trail.
Cellular communicaions are not always reliable in the park. Whether you spend a weekend trip or a whole summer, backpacking this trail will be an unforgettable, epic adventure. The arizona trail is divided into 43 passages, and categorized into southern, central, and northern sections. The tricounty corridorosaugie trail to barkers island, the crosstown trail and the superior municipal forest motorized trails. Click on a map section below for a more detailed map and list of lodges. Sep, 2016 tying for beauty, with an equally strenuous hike is mount trudee left on the superior hiking trail for about 3. Explore all 43 passages, including length, maps, profiles, tracks, and waypoints on the passages page. The superior hiking trail association builds, maintains, and enhances the 310mile footpath that follows the rocky ridgeline. Map of cascade river state park facilities and trails files. Know before you go superior hiking trail association. Superior hiking trail entire route minnesota alltrails.
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