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Gooseberry Falls – Split Rock River loop from Gooseberry Falls State Park

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United States

Minnesota

Lake County

Gooseberry Falls – Split Rock River loop from Gooseberry Falls State Park

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2.9

(15)

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Gooseberry Falls – Split Rock River loop from Gooseberry Falls State Park

01:20

20.9km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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1.81 km

Gooseberry Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This is a premier waterfall on the Minnesota North Shore of Lake Superior. There is an excellent rest stop/visitor center on location as well.

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4.93 km

Red pebble beach

Highlight • Beach

8.78 km

Gitchi-Gami State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Gitchi-Gami State Trail is a paved multiuse trail between Two Harbors and Grand Marais. The section in Split Rock Lighthouse State Park is a popular segment as there are …

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10.4 km

Split Rock River on the Gitchi-Gami State Trail

Highlight • River

The great Gitchi-Gami state trail runs along State Highway 61 allowing you to stay safe and away from traffic surrounded by nature and never too far away from view of the Lake.

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10.5 km

Gitchi-Gami State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Hikers who follow the Gitchi-Gami State Trail in Split Rock Lighthouse State Park will be rewarded with stunning views of Lake Superior and the iconic lighthouse. The trail is a …

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12.2 km

Split Rock River

Highlight • River

You gain lovely views of the beach and river from this traffic free bridge. Its a perfect spot for a mid photo, with fabulous views all around.

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14.4 km

Iona’s Beach Scientific and Natural Area

Highlight • Beach

Iona's Beach Scientific and Natural Area include a 300-yard beach. Activities include swimming (be prepared for cold water), fishing, bird watching, and biking on the Gitchi Gami State Trail.

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20.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

828 m

Surfaces

14.5 km

5.63 km

828 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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Red pebble beach

Gitchi-Gami State Trail

Split Rock River on the Gitchi-Gami State Trail

Gitchi-Gami State Trail

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