With as many wonderful hikes as there are in Minnesota, it might as well be called the Land of 10,000 Trails. That may be a slight exaggeration, but there truly are enough trails to keep you busy every day of the year. If you’re looking for something a bit more unique than your your average jaunt through the forest, consider taking a walk down this tunnel trail in Minnesota. Take a look:
Ely’s Peak is a small, rugged hill in Duluth, Minnesota. A few miles south of downtown Duluth, this little mountain is part of the Superior Hiking Trail.
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The hill rises 1,133 feet above the surrounding area. That means it offers incredible views to anyone who hikes it.
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The view is particularly beautiful in the fall, when the leaves begin to burn orange and red.
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Two short trails lead to the top of the peak. Together, they make up about a mile of hiking.
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While the peak is a popular spot for hikers, there’s another place on Ely’s Peak that is well worth visiting: its tunnel.
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The old train tunnel was blasted through the rock way back in 1910. Though it’s been decades since a train has chugged through Ely’s Peak, it’s still a popular spot for hikers.
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Much of the tunnel is marked with the graffiti of past hikers. It’s an interesting way to catch a little-seen glimpse of what a real train tunnel is like.
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Next time you have a free afternoon, take a crack at hiking Ely’s Peak. This tunnel trail is an adventure well worth having.
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Have you ever heard of Ely’s Peak and its tunnel trail? Let us know in the comments below!
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