30 OHVRec.Area 29 Biwabik
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28 GiantsRidge 61/0
27 Aurora
55/6
26 HoytLakes
54/7
25 Pequaywan&Bird Lk.Trail
52/9
24 St.LouisR./NorwayPoint
50/11
23 DNR-St.LouisRiver
50/11
22 BirdLake
50/11
21 St.LouisR.-Big&Stone Lks
46/15
20 SkiboVista
44/17
19 ShiverCreek
41/20
18 JenkinsCreek
38/23
17 Otto&HarrisLakes
35/26
16 CadotteLake
35/26
15 BassettLake
34/27
14 SaloLake
28/33
13 ToimiHistoricalSite
28/33
12 PineLake
24/37
11 SullivanLake
23/38
10 WhitePine InterpTrail N.ShoreStateTrail
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NorthwoodsSkiTrail
8
2/59
SilverBayTrailhead
7
SilverBay
6
FinlandHeritageSite
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TettegoucheStatePark
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PalisadeHead
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BeaverBay
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SplitRockLighthouseS.P.
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Open May – October
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Information Center
Lodging
Dining
Shopping
Gas Station
RV Dump Station
Restroom-Indoor
Restroom-Outdoor
Camp-RV
Camp-Tent
Camp-Back Country
Picnic
Drinking Water
Lighthouse
Interpretive Site
Ranger Station
Scenic Overlook
Hiking
Biking
Birding
Wildlife Watching
Rock Climbing
Swimming
Golf (# holes)
Fishing
Fishing Pier
Canoe / Kayak
Boat Launch
Marina
Hunter Hiking Trail
Off Road-ATV
Off Road-Motorcycle
Off Road-4x4 / Jeep
Ski-Cross Country
Ski-Downhill
Snowmobile
SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST SCENIC BYWAY POINTS OF INTEREST
Superior National Forest SCENIC BYWAY
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uperior National Forest Scenic Byway, also known as Forest Highway 11, is a 61-mile, paved, twolane road that connects Lake Superior’s North Shore and historic Iron Range communities. The Byway provides a leisurely drive through the Superior National Forest which is known for providing a variety of quality recreation opportunities. Valued for its boreal forest ecosystem, the Forest is home to clean lakes, rivers, streams and bogs, abundant winter snow and alluring summer temperatures, as well as a rich cultural history. Birders and nature lovers take note! For those who thrill to the sight of an eagle in flight, this road is a must-travel. Although not an everyday occurrence, black bear and moose have been sighted hanging out along the Byway. A truly scenic drive, the road offers breathtaking views for fall color seekers, especially from the Skibo Vista Overlook, where you can see for miles across a golden horizon. Historians will appreciate the charming restored oneroom Toimi schoolhouse in which Finnish immigrant children were educated in the early 1900s. The story told here is a fascinating part of Minnesota’s melting pot history. Also, a short distance off of the scenic byway is a remarkable stand of White Pine. These majestic trees are among the oldest in North America.
Information about the Byway, the communities and the services available: superiorbyways.com ironrange.org heartofthenorthshore.com fs.fed.us/r9/forests/superior dnr.state.mn.us
Navigational signs mark the way (see brochure cover). Travelers should be aware that the Byway is made up of several county road segments. The route is highlighted on the map. From the North Shore take county highway 5 at Silver Bay, then county highways 15 and 16, veering right on county highway 110 about 11 miles southeast of Hoyt Lakes. From the Iron Range take county highway 110 at Hoyt Lakes, turn left at county highway 16 and continue on county highways 15 and 5 to Silver Bay. Printing made possible by contributions from these organizations.
30 OHVRec.Area 29 Biwabik 28 GiantsRidge 10 WhitePine InterpTrail
23/38
11 SullivanLake
24/37
12 PineLake
28/33
13 ToimiHistoricalSite
28/33
14 SaloLake
34/27
15 BassettLake
35/26
16 CadotteLake
35/26
17 Otto&HarrisLakes
38/23
18 JenkinsCreek
41/20
19 ShiverCreek
44/17
20 SkiboVista
46/15
21 St.LouisR.-Big&Stone Lks
50/11
22 BirdLake
50/11
23 DNR-St.LouisRiver
50/11
24 St.LouisR./NorwayPoint
52/9
25 Pequaywan&Bird Lk.Trail
54/7
26 HoytLakes
55/6
27 Aurora
61/0
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SplitRockLighthouseS.P.
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BeaverBay
3
PalisadeHead
4
TettegoucheStatePark
5
FinlandHeritageSite
6
SilverBay
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SilverBayTrailhead
2/59
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NorthwoodsSkiTrail
3/ 58
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N.ShoreStateTrail
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10/ 51
9 Snowmobile
Ski-Downhill
Ski-Cross Country
Off Road-4x4 / Jeep
Off Road-Motorcycle
Off Road-ATV
Hunter Hiking Trail
Marina
Boat Launch
Canoe / Kayak
Fishing Pier
Fishing
Golf (# holes)
Swimming
Rock Climbing
Wildlife Watching
Birding
Biking
Hiking
Scenic Overlook
Ranger Station
Interpretive Site
Lighthouse
Drinking Water
Picnic
Camp-Back Country
Camp-Tent
Camp-RV
Restroom-Outdoor
Restroom-Indoor
RV Dump Station
Gas Station
Shopping
Dining
Lodging
Information Center
Silver Bay to Aurora Aurora to Silver Bay
Open May – October
SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST SCENIC BYWAY POINTS OF INTEREST
Superior National Forest SCENIC BYWAY
S
uperior National Forest Scenic Byway, also known as Forest Highway 11, is a 61-mile, paved, twolane road that connects Lake Superior’s North Shore and historic Iron Range communities. The Byway provides a leisurely drive through the Superior National Forest which is known for providing a variety of quality recreation opportunities. Valued for its boreal forest ecosystem, the Forest is home to clean lakes, rivers, streams and bogs, abundant winter snow and alluring summer temperatures, as well as a rich cultural history. Birders and nature lovers take note! For those who thrill to the sight of an eagle in flight, this road is a must-travel. Although not an everyday occurrence, black bear and moose have been sighted hanging out along the Byway. A truly scenic drive, the road offers breathtaking views for fall color seekers, especially from the Skibo Vista Overlook, where you can see for miles across a golden horizon.
Information about the Byway, the communities and the services available: superiorbyways.com ironrange.org heartofthenorthshore.com fs.fed.us/r9/forests/superior dnr.state.mn.us
Historians will appreciate the charming restored oneroom Toimi schoolhouse in which Finnish immigrant children were educated in the early 1900s. The story told here is a fascinating part of Minnesota’s melting pot history. Also, a short distance off of the scenic byway is a remarkable stand of White Pine. These majestic trees are among the oldest in North America. Navigational signs mark the way (see brochure cover). Travelers should be aware that the Byway is made up of several county road segments. The route is highlighted on the map. From the North Shore take county highway 5 at Silver Bay, then county highways 15 and 16, veering right on county highway 110 about 11 miles southeast of Hoyt Lakes. From the Iron Range take county highway 110 at Hoyt Lakes, turn left at county highway 16 and continue on county highways 15 and 5 to Silver Bay.
Printing made possible by contributions from these organizations.
Superior National Forest Scenic Byway 28 135 138
Aurora
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Regional Roads Ely
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Soudan
Cook
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Tower
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Babbitt
Hibbing 37
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Eveleth
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Hoyt Lakes
Gilbert 37
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Toimi 15
Finland 15
Little Marais 6
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Illgen City 61
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Silver Bay
Toimi
Beaver Bay
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Cadotte Lake
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Castle Danger
Floodwood
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Lake Superior
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Hermantown Proctor
Otto Lake
Whiteface Reservoir
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Duluth
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Salo Lake
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Lax Lake
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Split Rock Lighthouse Historic Site and State Park Restored to its 1920s appearance, the lighthouse offers a glimpse of life in this remote and spectacular setting.
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Beaver Bay The oldest North Shore community, located three miles southwest of Silver Bay, the newest North Shore community.
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Palisade Head This 300 foot cliff, formed from a lava flow over one billion years ago, provides vistas of Lake Superior ship traffic and the South Shore.
10. National Forest Recreation Area – White Pine Interpretive Trail 10 Features a short, easy walking trail with interpretation of the 250 year old forest. 11. State Forest Campground – Sullivan Lake 11 Located one half mile south of the Scenic Byway. 12. National Forest Access - Pine Lake 12 Located 6 ¼ miles north of the Scenic Byway. 13. Toimi School Historical Site and Wayside Rest 13 Built in 1913, school was in session until 1942, serving a community of 100% Finnish descent.
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Tettegouche State Park Offers the High Falls of Baptism River and overlooks at Shovel Point.
14. National Forest Recreation Area – Salo Lake 14 Located 6 miles south of the Scenic Byway.
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Finland Minnesota Heritage Site The John Pine Homestead offers living history programs which reflect and celebrate early pioneer life.
15. Bassett Lake Public Access 15 Just a short distance off the Scenic Byway.
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Silver Bay This mining community, established in the 1950’s, is located at the junction of the Scenic Byway and Highway 61.
16. National Forest Recreation Area – Cadotte Lake 16 Located 1.5 miles north of the Scenic Byway. 17. National Forest Trail – Otto and Harris Lakes 17 Located four miles south of the Scenic Byway.
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Silver Bay Trailhead Parking Lot Provides access to multiple trails just outside of Silver Bay.
18. National Forest Hunter Hiking Trail – Jenkins Creek 18 Four mile trail with loop options, maintained to provide habitat for ruffed grouse.
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Northwoods Ski Trail Parking Lot Cross-country ski trail just outside of Silver Bay.
19. National Forest Shiver Creek Impoundment 19 Wetland, created during road construction, offers wildlife viewing opportunities.
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North Shore State Trail Parking Lot A 146 mile natural surface trail from Duluth to Grand Marais.
20. National Forest Scenic Overlook – Skibo Vista 20 Wayside offers a panoramic view of the Laurentian Divide; perfect for fall color viewing.
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Harris Lake
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Two Harbors
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Bassett Lake
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Cotton
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Little Marais
Finland
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19
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Isabella
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Chisholm
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VirginiaBiwabik Aurora
Mountain Kinney Iron Buhl 169
Pine Lake
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1 21 Embarrass
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21. National Forest Access – St. Louis River and Trail to 21 Stone & Big Lakes Located 7.5 miles east of the Scenic Byway. 22. National Forest Recreation Area – Bird Lake 22 Located adjacent to the Scenic Byway. 23. Minnesota DNR Access – St. Louis River 23 Located 1.5 miles west of the Scenic Byway.
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24. Forest Hunter Hiking Trail – St. Louis River and Recreation Area 24 National – Norway Point Located 2.5 miles west of the Scenic Byway. 25. National Forest Trails – Pequaywan and Bird Lake Trailhead Parking Lot 25 Provides access to trails, located just outside Hoyt Lakes. 26. Hoyt Lakes 26 An all-season city with two lakes where outdoor recreation is a way of life. Visit Fisherman’s Point and Longyear Drill Site.
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27. Aurora 27 In 1903 local leaders christened Aurora after a particularly brilliant display of northern lights (aurora borealis).
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28. Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort 28 Minnesota’s number one public golf course and ski area. Play and stay!
Map Explanation
29. Biwabik 29 Bavarian-themed town; a year-round destination for golfers, skiers and snowmobilers. 28 30. Iron Range Off Highway Vehicle Recreation Area 30 Recreational trails, scramble areas, training and special events for many skill levels.
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SNF Scenic Byway Superior National Forest Boundary County Boundary Road-Paved Road-Other