Mesabi Trail
A Premier Minnesota Bike Trail
Located in northern Minnesota between the cities of Ely and Grand Rapids, the Mesabi Trail is a premier Minnesota bike trail winding through some of the state's prettiest regions. When completed, the trail will traverse 132 miles and connect more than 25 communities.
A superior paved bike trail that is well-mapped and well-maintained, the Mesabi Trail also makes an interesting walking path.
Partially built on old railroad beds, guests will find a 10-14 foot wide bituminous surface (asphalt paving). Great for summer activities such as biking, inline skating or walking, the trail also offers access to swimming, canoeing, camping and fishing. Winter activities may include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and winter hiking.
Many campgrounds and local parks are easily accessible from the trail, highways, and nearby communities. Food, lodging, shopping, antiquing, golfing, fishing, camping and swimming are all in close proximity to segments of the trail, with?communities and services available near all entry points. Once completed, the Mesabi Trail will be one of the longest paved trails in the United States.
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Mesabi Trail Expansion Update
In 2008, 97 miles of trail will be complete and offer convenient accessibility at numerous entry points. The longest paved sections connect Marble to McKinley (approximately 77) miles through the communities of Pengilly, Nashwauk, Hibbing, Chisholm, Mountain Iron and Virginia, to name a few, and Grand Rapids to Scenic Highway 7. Sections between Scenic 7 to Marble and McKinley to Giants Ridge have been delayed a little, with summer of 2008 as scheduled completion.
