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St. Louis County

Ely loop from Ely

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St. Louis County

Ely loop from Ely

Moderate

2.7

(13)

24

riders

Ely loop from Ely

01:29

24.9km

150m

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: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

1.70 km

Eastern Terminus of the Mesabi Trail

Highlight • Trail

The eastern terminus of the Mesabi Trail in Ely marks one end of the 165-mile trail, which takes riders to Grand Rapids, Minnesota. If you hear howling, don't be alarmed; less than .1 mile away is the International Wolf Center.

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2

22.3 km

Ely

Highlight • Settlement

Ely is a key gateway town and a meeting point for several trails, including the Mesabi Trail, the NCT, and the Kekekabic Trail. It’s a convenient stop before or after …

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B

24.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.0 km

5.12 km

691 m

484 m

372 m

168 m

Surfaces

19.4 km

4.68 km

532 m

225 m

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