Minnesota · Hiking

Angleworm

23.6 mi
round trip
2,662 ft
climb
1,553 ft
high point
Out and back
route
Aug–Sep
best months

Is Angleworm open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Superior National Forest. It doesn't name Angleworm, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Superior National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Angleworm is a hard hike on natural trail in the Kawishiwi Ranger District of Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota. The route is an out-and-back of about 23.6 miles, and the elevation gain is 1,176 feet, with the high point at 1,553 feet. The trail is not accessible and does not allow bikes or horses. The trailhead is called Angleworm Trailhead, and the forest says it is open year round. The route starts at about 1,534 feet, and the climb is steady, with the steepest stretch at about 2.5 miles in, where the grade reaches 18 percent. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from the nearby Ely weather station run to highs around 75 to 79°F in June through August, with July highs near 79°F. Winter is severe, with January highs around 15°F and lows near -7°F. Agassa sits just 0.1 mile away, and the Angleworm-Trease and N Hegman-Little Bass hikes are both within about 1.7 miles. The Hegman Lake Trail, a cross-country ski route, is about 2.1 miles off.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.