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Contact Information
Superior Hiking Trail
618 1st AvePO Box 315
Two Harbors, MN 55616
About
The Superior Hiking Trail is a 300+ mile footpath that follows the rocky ridgeline above Lake Superior from the Wisconsin-Minnesota border to the Canadian border. The Trail is built, maintained, and managed by the Superior Hiking Trail Association (SHTA), a private nonprofit organization based in Two Harbors, MN.
The Trail can be accessed from over 50 trailheads, including many inside state parks along the North Shore, in the city of Duluth, and along Hwy 61 from west of Two Harbors to north of Grand Marais. The rugged, challenging footpath is great for day hikes, backpacking and thru-hike trips, and trail running. Trail users will enjoy scenic overlooks, waterfalls, boreal forests and wildlife. Along the Trail, you'll find 94 free, shared backcountry campsites spaced every 5-8 miles that are maintained by the SHTA. (Note: there are no SHTA campsites inside the city of Duluth. Several fee campgrounds are located near the Trail in Duluth.)
For more information or to support the Trail, visit SHTA's website, superiorhiking.org, or stop by the Trail Information Center in Two Harbors. (Open April-October, M, TH, F: 10am-4:30pm).
Day Hikes and Trail Running: Numerous loops and out-and-back routes can be enjoyed from over 50 trailheads. Private shuttle services are also available throughout much the year.
Long Distance Hikes: 94 shared backcountry campsites can be enjoyed along the Trail (every 5-8 miles outside of Duluth), water accessible at most spots but must be filtered. No reservations, fees, or permits required -- all campsites must be shared.
Superior Hiking Trail Association (SHTA): The SHTA Trail Information Center and office is located at 731 7th Avenue, Suite 2 in Two Harbors. Trail maps, the "Guide to the Superior Hiking Trail" book, trail information, and merchandise that supports the Trail are available. Join the Association or donate to support the Trail at: superiorhiking.org/donate
Questions: Visit the SHTA website, superiorhiking.org, or call the office at (218) 834-2700.
Dates
OFFICE HOURS: Open year-round for curbside pick-ups, deliveries and appointments Monday-Friday 9 am-4:30 pm.Trail Store: 2022 Season: Open May 19 – October 28. Open Thursdays and Fridays, and the first Saturday of June, July, August, and September. 10 am-4:30 pm.
Rates
No fees or permits are required to hike on the trail or to use the shared backcountry campsites. Minnesota State Park passes are required to park at most state parks. Check the "Guide to the Superior Hiking Trail" for information on overnight parking.
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Fall colors at Mic Mac Lake in Tettegouche State Park / Wayne Moran
The "Amber Box" at Guthrie Theatre / Bonnie Fechter
Downtown Faribault is a treasure trove of ornate brick buildings and architecture
Northern lights over a houseboat in Voyageurs National Park
Two women bike the Sauke Lake stretch of the Lake Wobegon Trail / Waqar Ahmad
Get your boots dirty on a fall hike at Gooseberry Falls State Park / Micah Kvidt
Split Rock Lighthouse and the Gitchi-Gami State Trail on the North Shore / Waqar Ahmad
Camping in the Superior National Forest / Alyssa Hei
The Duluth Lakewalk is a popular and scenic way to explore Canal Park, Duluth's trendy lakeside neighborhood / Carol Kasper
Canal Park Brewing overlooks Lake Superior / Visit Duluth
Take the North Shore Scenic Railroad out of Duluth on the Lake Superior waterfront / Visit Duluth
A stop along the Superior Hiking Trail to see Bean Bear Lake / Alyssa Hei
Split Rock Lighthouse and the Gitchi-Gami State Trail on the North Shore / Waqar Ahmad
Waves crash against the rocky North Shore of Lake Superior / Mark Nicholson
A moose stands by the road near Grand Marais / Jackie Scherer
A woman leans against her RV to enjoy a morning cup of coffee while basking in the forest scenery / Andrey Armyagov - stock.adobe.com
A couple canoeing in the BWCA / Paul Vincent