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The Superior Hiking Trail is a 235 mile trek along Minnesota's rocky ridgeline. It is located inside Superior National Forest, above Lake Superior and was developed in the 1980s by a group of hiking enthusiasts who started the Superior Hiking Trail Association to both maintain the trail itself and promote it's benefits to other hikers. There are now over 3,000 members who maintain the trail and promote efforts to make it better.

This trail is considered by many to be one of the best and most scenic hiking trails in the United States and there are 75 different access points to it's stunning and dramatic foot trail.

The Superior Hiking Trail covers an extensive amount of terrain ranging from Two Harbors, Minnesota through seven state parks, including Split Rock and Tettegouche, and extending all the way to the border of Canada.

At it's highest point, the Superior Hiking Trail sits 1,750 feet above sea level and at it's lowest point, it sits 602 feet about sea level. It is considered a moderately difficult trail and there is a noted hazard of severe weather and Black bears.

If you are interested in camping while visiting the Superior Hiking Trail, there are an impressive amount of campsites, over 80, and parking lots located conveniently every five to ten miles. Water is accessible from most areas of the trail, but you must be prepared to filter it before drinking. Pets are allowed, but must be on leashes. There is also a shuttle service available from the middle of May to the middle of October.

The Superior Hiking Trail Association is in the process of adding another 40 miles to the trail which will enhance hiking through Duluth, Minnesota's forests. The entire trail is free to use and no reservations or permits are required.

Gery Varga enjoys hiking. His articles can be found on Hiking: Superior Hiking Trails