Lake Ore-Be-Gone – Gilbert loop from Lakeland Store
Lake Ore-Be-Gone – Gilbert loop from Lakeland Store
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Lake Ore-Be-Gone – Gilbert loop from Lakeland Store
02:01
48.1km
180m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
Last updated: April 24, 2026
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After 47.1 km for 899 m
Waypoints
Start point
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2.58 km
Fourth Lake
Lake
14.1 km
Lake Ore-Be-Gone
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
14.8 km
Gilbert
Highlight • Settlement
Tip by
48.1 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
25.5 km
15.2 km
5.72 km
1.57 km
Surfaces
46.1 km
1.60 km
328 m
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Elevation
Highest point (490 m)
Lowest point (410 m)
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Tuesday 23 June
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Description
The Lake Ore-Be-Gone – Gilbert loop from Lakeland Store is one of those road cycling routes worth your legs: a 29.9-mile (48.1 km) moderate route with 592 feet (181 metres) of climbing over roughly 2 hours and 1 minutes. It's perfect if you're looking for a varied ride that blends natural beauty with a touch of local history, offering a good challenge without being overly strenuous for experienced cyclists.
What to expect on Lake Ore-Be-Gone – Gilbert loop from Lakeland Store
As you pedal this route, primarily along the paved Mesabi Trail, you'll experience a constantly changing landscape. You'll glide past dense boreal forests, alongside numerous lakes, and get striking views of the vast, emerald-green former iron ore mine pits, like Lake Ore-Be-Gone itself. Don't expect a flat ride; the trail features significant elevation changes, including challenging climbs and thrilling downhills with some hills reaching an 8% grade, so it requires good fitness. It's a fantastic ride for those who appreciate diverse scenery and a bit of a workout.
Planning your visit
Before you set out, remember that a wheel pass is required to use the Mesabi Trail, and you can pick one up at the Lakeland Store, which also serves as your starting point in Gilbert. The trail surface is a 10-foot-wide bituminous (asphalt) paving, making it suitable for road bikes. This route is best enjoyed when the weather is clear, allowing you to fully appreciate the unique natural and man-made landscapes.
Trail details
- Distance: 29.9 miles (48.1 km)
- Elevation gain: 592 feet (181 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 1 minutes
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