We rode the new section of trail between where it starts just short of Ely and into Tower and back. Since it is new the pavement is in excellent shape. Hwy 169 from Ely to the trail section has a wide shoulder in good shape and is easy to ride on as well. We really enjoyed this route and look forward to the day when the trail is entirely complete from Grand Rapids to Ely.
The Mesabi Trail™ has been funded in part by the LCCMR and the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund.