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Ely – Pioneer Mine Shaft House loop from Little Dry Lake

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Minnesota

St. Louis County

Ely – Pioneer Mine Shaft House loop from Little Dry Lake

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Ely – Pioneer Mine Shaft House loop from Little Dry Lake

01:54

31.6km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 20, 2026

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Parking

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20.4 km

Ely

Highlight • Settlement

Ely is a key gateway town and a meeting point for several trails, including the Mesabi Trail, the NCT, and the Kekekabic Trail. It’s a convenient stop before or after …

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22.4 km

Pioneer Mine Shaft House

Highlight • Historical Site

The Pioneer Mine Shaft House is a part of the Ely Arts & Heritage Center, sitting directly across from the Grand Ely Lodge. This historic site gives visitors a look …

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31.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.6 km

5.15 km

477 m

233 m

171 m

Surfaces

18.7 km

12.5 km

205 m

171 m

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