Minnesota · Hiking

North Dark River

3.8 mi
loop
22 ft
climb
1,352 ft
high point
Loop
route
May–Sep
best months

Is North Dark River open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Superior National Forest. It doesn't name North Dark River, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

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

North Dark River is a 3.8-mile loop hike in the Laurentian Ranger District of Superior National Forest in Minnesota, managed by the Forest Service. It's rated moderate, though the terrain stays close to level. The route ranges only from about 1,313 to 1,352 feet, with roughly 22 feet of climbing, and its steepest pitch, around 6 percent, comes near mile 1.3. The tread is natural surface, and bikes are allowed. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical July averages at a nearby weather station run around 77°F for highs and 51°F for lows, while winter brings January highs near 17°F and lows below zero. Dark River Access sits just 0.1 mile away, and South Dark River is about 1.3 miles off. For paddling, the Sturgeon River lies about 4.3 miles away, and Jean Lake Campsite offers camping roughly 5.1 miles away.

Local outfitters

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