Happy Hikers alert, the schedule is set; now all you have to do is show up and hike! All hikes will meet in Grand Marais on Wednesday at the YMCA parking lot by the tennis courts at 9:00 a.m. We’ll carpool to the trailhead (suggested donation for drivers is $3) and hike for two to three hours. If you would... READ MORE >
MOOSE MOUNTAIN, LUTSEN On September 28 the Happy Hikers will travel to Lutsen Mountains Recreation Area, heading 2.9 miles north from Hwy. 61 at mile marker 90 to Ski Hill Road (County Rd. 5) where we will park and purchase a one-way gondola ticket. The gondola ticket window opens at 10 a.m. (one-way adult senior ticket cost: $23.92 including tax—a... READ MORE >
On September 7 the Happy Hikers will travel 46 miles up the Gunflint Trail where we will hike across Larch Creek to Magnetic Rock. The trail passes through three major disturbances: the 1999 blowdown, 2002 prescribed burn, and the 2007 Ham Lake wildfire. Look for young jack pine and fire specialist woodpeckers. Magnetic Rock is a 60-foot rock with strong... READ MORE >
On August 31 the Happy Hikers will hike the Superior Hiking Trail section to Carlton Peak. Beginning at the trailhead, we will travel along wooden walkways, a spruce plantation and maple forest. The trail travels by high rock walls to Ted Tofte Overlook. We will then continue through the woods to the top of Carlton Peak. We will enjoy our... READ MORE >
On August 24 the Happy Hikers will travel 40 miles up the Gunflint Trail to the Kekekabic Trailhead where the Centennial Trail begins. This 3.3-mile interpretive loop follows a historic railroad bed. It is the site of the ill-fated Paulsen Mine. Hikers will be able to see the original mine test pits from the 1890’s. The Centennial Trail was developed... READ MORE >
The Happy Hikers will hike along Kimball Creek There are some steep elevations on this hike. You’ll cross some creeks and go through a towering cedar forest. The bridge on Kimball Creek is one of the most picturesque settings on the trail. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, on a leash. Difficulty level: Moderate-difficult because of elevations. Approximate distance: 3 miles Meet... READ MORE >
