...highest
point in Minnesota has it's own hiking trail
Access and
parking is off of Forest Road 170 near Two Island Lake. The highest and
lowest areas in Minnesota are in Cook County. Eagle Mountain is the highest
point in Minnesota at 2301 ft above sea level. Lake Superior is the lowest
point at 601 ft above sea level. The Eagle Mountain Hiking Trail is rather
rocky, with views of lakes, creeks, and small cliffs. About two thirds of
the trail is in the BWCA (Boundary Waters Canoe Area) and self issued day
permits must be in procession of parties hiking. Permits are available at
trailhead and entry point #79 serves this trail. Overnight camping permits
are required for the two campsites found on Whale Lake and at the base of
the mountain, and are also available at the trailhead.
Length: 7 mile
round trip - moderate hiking to difficult hiking
Entry point:
79
Maps:
Fisher # F7
Campsites: 2 on Whale lake
Water: Whale Lake
Trip options: Entire trail: 1 day or camp |
