Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway
Superior National Forest, Cook County, MN
Point-to-point trail in Superior National Forest, Cook County, MN. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 55.1 mi (88.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,805 ft (855 m)
- Est. Time
- 19 hr 10 min
- High point
- 1,975 ft (602 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: George Washington Pines Trailhead 6.8 mi (11 km) from start
- Trailhead: Northern Lights Trailhead 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: South Lake & Moss Lake Trailhead 31.4 mi (50.5 km) from start
- Campsite 32.9 mi (52.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Laurentian Divide 32.9 mi (52.9 km) from start
- Trailhead 47 mi (75.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Magnetic Rock Trailhead 47.2 mi (75.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway
How long is Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway is 55.1 mi (88.7 km) long. Most people take about 19 hr 10 min. It climbs 2,805 ft (855 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,975 ft (602 m).
How hard is Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
Parking at the start. 19 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway shaded?
Partly shaded (32% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
Subway, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: IGA, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Gunflint Trail Scenic Byway?
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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