View of St. Louis River Gorge – Trail cut through the rock loop from Duluth

View of St. Louis River Gorge – Trail cut through the rock loop from Duluth

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View of St. Louis River Gorge – Trail cut through the rock loop from Duluth

03:31

75.5km

420m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 8, 2026

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673 m

Leif Erikson Park

Highlight • Structure

Neat little park by the lake.

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3.00 km

A 75-foot drawbridge built in 1991 that connects the area surround the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) and Canal Park. The bridge does keep seasonal hours and is closed upright; if you come after-hours you'll need to go around the slip in order to get to the other side.

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39.3 km

Little Caboose Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The City of Carlton calls this area DNR Park, with a children's area called Little Caboose Park. It has a single sheltered area with picnic tables. I ran into several bikers who started from Duluth and used this as the turning around location. One of those people happily told those heading north that it was all downhill from this point on.

There is a water fountain here, but it was disabled; I couldn't say if permanent or because of COVID-19.

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40.7 km

Historic Truss Bridge on the Saint Louis River

Highlight • Bridge

The Saint Louis River is a sight, especially from the historic truss bridge that crosses it on the William Munger Trail. You can feel the force of the water as it carves a deep gorge through the rocks, creating a dramatic contrast with the forested hills. The bridge is part of Jay Cooke State Park, where you can find plenty of hiking, biking, and camping. The park also features the Thomson Dam, a hint of Duluth’s industrial past.

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