Crosscut Trail
Lake Vermillion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park, St. Louis County, MN
Out-and-back trail in Lake Vermillion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park, St. Louis County, MN. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5 mi (8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 407 ft (124 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 1,512 ft (461 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Stellar Peak (Matson Bay Overlook) 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from start
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Questions about Crosscut Trail
How long is Crosscut Trail?
Crosscut Trail is 5 mi (8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 407 ft (124 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,512 ft (461 m).
How hard is Crosscut Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Crosscut Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Crosscut Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Crosscut Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
What can you do on Crosscut Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for Crosscut Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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