Gooseberry Falls – Beaver River loop from Gooseberry Falls State Park

Gooseberry Falls – Beaver River loop from Gooseberry Falls State Park

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Gooseberry Falls – Beaver River loop from Gooseberry Falls State Park

03:33

71.6km

770m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.04 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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10.7 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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22.6 km

Beaver River

Highlight • River

Crossing the Beaver River Bridge outside the town of Beaver Bay. The river cascades its final steps before it joins Lake Superior.

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26.2 km

The Gitchi-Gami State Trail is a planned 89-mile trail along Lake Superior's North Shore. Currently, 34 miles of the trail are completed. The trail is completely paved and car free, so it is a great way to explore the towns around Lake Superior.

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37.9 km

Lax Lake

Highlight • Lake

On the northern edge of the Tettegouche State Park, Route 31 takes you along the Lax Lake. The route feels more like a forest road, surrounded by Beach, oak and pine trees.

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46.7 km

Northshore Mining Railroad at Beaver River

Highlight • Structure

The mining industry railroad cuts through the forest. Surrounded by small lakes and the green foliage of silver beech trees and pine forest, this ride offers to take you away from Lake Superior shore.

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62.7 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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65.0 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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71.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

46.7 km

24.4 km

318 m

246 m

Surfaces

43.1 km