A new trail has opened along Duluth’s scenic eastern ridgeline. Coursing along the rim of the hills above the Lester Park neighborhood, it's part of the COGGS multi-use Duluth Traverse trail … read more
I’ve been revisiting some of my favorite trails in order to update trail information in my guidebook. Here’s a sneak preview of one of the most dramatic trail views on the North Shore. … read more
There has been a change on the Superior Hiking Trail from Gooseberry State Park to the Split Rock River Wayside. Now, you’ll now walk along the Gitchi Gami State Bike Trail to cover the distance … read more
There’s a trail for everyone here—with easy, intermediate and advanced options—and most are groomed for both striding and skating. Here are complete instructions for a great day in Brule, Wisconsin … read more
It took me eleven separate days and two full hiking seasons, but I finally finished my hiking challenge: hike 66 miles from my front door in Duluth to Two Harbors on the Superior Hiking Trail. … read more
Nestled in a forest near the beach on scenic and wild Bear Head Lake, the new building is bright and welcoming. Running water, an indoor fireplace and comfort are available before and after your adventures. … read more
Trails rarely stay the same over the years. The Knife River trail has seen changes since 2012 due to flooding, logging and trail adoption by an area organization. Learn about these changes … read more
We packed lunches, field guides and brought the dogs. We had high hopes for finding lots of spring wildflowers on this SHT hike between Duluth and Two Harbors. … read more
It's fast and unpredictable: that fleeting stretch of season between snowmelt and leaf-out when early spring wildflowers will pop up and seize the sun, turning the forest floor into a carpet of flowers. … read more
Our winter snow is finally melting and water is plunging down the fabulous streams of the North Shore. Quiet and pretty summertime waterfalls are now muddy, raging torrents. It’s a great time to explore! … read more