Mountain Iron Access Point
Locomotive Street & Mesabi Avenue
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Parking available by the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk and yellow archway.
Mountain Iron, MN
On the Trail, three miles west of Virginia is the city of Mt. Iron, where the “Iron Range” began. It was here that Leonidas Merritt discovered ore in 1890. The town still reflects the mining emphasis. Located on the intersection of Highways 53 and 169, the community of 3,500 maintains its mining heritage and showcases its interesting past.
The community is adjacent to Virginia and offers many shared attractions. The eastern edge of Mountain Iron and the western edge of Virginia share the Highway 53 corridor and the “service belt” that runs along it. All these services are within walking or biking distance from the Mesabi Trail.
Highlights
At the Minntac Mine Overlook, just south of town, visitors have a unique chance to view Minntac/U.S. Steel operations. In downtown Mt. Iron, a 1910 Baldwin locomotive, class S-4 switcher, is on display. The Leonidas Merritt Days festival happens every August with fun and games for the whole family.
Access Point(s)
Locomotive Street & Mesabi Avenue
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Parking available by the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk and yellow archway.
Mountain Iron Access Point
Mountain Iron West Two Rivers Campground
4988 Campground Road
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Located on West Two Rivers Reservoir 4 miles west of Virginia, 12 miles east of MN Discovery Center, and 1 mile south of the Mesabi Trail. Amenities: 50 sites, showers, flush toilets, picnic pavilion, beach, fishing pier, boat access, volleyball and 18 holes of Disc Golf.
AmericInn Lodge and Suites
5480 Mountain Iron Drive
Virginia, MN 55792
Relax, Renew and Recharge in our inviting lobby and Bear Den Pub. Enjoy our complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar, Complimentary WIFI, warm pool, spa and sauna. 1 & 2 room family, spa & fireplace suites. Enjoy your visit to the area’s Award Winning Lodging Property located on Hwy 53 next to the Sawmill Restaurant. Make sure to visit the Anytime Fitness Center adjoining our building.
Comfort Inn and Suites
8570 Rock Ridge Drive
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Call 218-741-7411 Conveniently located 1 mile west of highways 53 & 169. Amenities include – fridge & microwave in every room, 42″ flat screen TV’s, indoor pool & whirlpool, fitness center, wireless internet and complimentary hot breakfast bar. Newly renovated, strict sanitizing & delivery program.
Iron Range Tourism Bureau
111 Station 44 Road
Eveleth, MN 55734
Attractions / EntertainmentLodging | AuroraBiwabikChisholmEmbarrassEvelethGilbertHibbingHoyt LakesMountain IronVirginia
The Iron Range Tourism Bureau serves multiple communities along the Mesabi Trail, including Hibbing, Chisholm, Mountain Iron, Virginia, Eveleth, Gilbert, Biwabik, Aurora, Hoyt Lakes and Embarrass. Follow us on social media, and visit our website to find out about area events, attractions, lodging and trails.
AmericInn Lodge and Suites
5480 Mountain Iron Drive
Virginia, MN 55792
Relax, Renew and Recharge in our inviting lobby and Bear Den Pub. Enjoy our complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar, Complimentary WIFI, warm pool, spa and sauna. 1 & 2 room family, spa & fireplace suites. Enjoy your visit to the area’s Award Winning Lodging Property located on Hwy 53 next to the Sawmill Restaurant. Make sure to visit the Anytime Fitness Center adjoining our building.
Mountain Iron Access Point
Locomotive Street & Mesabi Avenue
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Parking available by the Mesabi Trail entry point kiosk and yellow archway.
Iron Range Tourism Bureau
111 Station 44 Road
Eveleth, MN 55734
Attractions / EntertainmentLodging | AuroraBiwabikChisholmEmbarrassEvelethGilbertHibbingHoyt LakesMountain IronVirginia
The Iron Range Tourism Bureau serves multiple communities along the Mesabi Trail, including Hibbing, Chisholm, Mountain Iron, Virginia, Eveleth, Gilbert, Biwabik, Aurora, Hoyt Lakes and Embarrass. Follow us on social media, and visit our website to find out about area events, attractions, lodging and trails.
Comfort Inn and Suites
8570 Rock Ridge Drive
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Call 218-741-7411 Conveniently located 1 mile west of highways 53 & 169. Amenities include – fridge & microwave in every room, 42″ flat screen TV’s, indoor pool & whirlpool, fitness center, wireless internet and complimentary hot breakfast bar. Newly renovated, strict sanitizing & delivery program.
Mountain Iron West Two Rivers Campground
4988 Campground Road
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
Located on West Two Rivers Reservoir 4 miles west of Virginia, 12 miles east of MN Discovery Center, and 1 mile south of the Mesabi Trail. Amenities: 50 sites, showers, flush toilets, picnic pavilion, beach, fishing pier, boat access, volleyball and 18 holes of Disc Golf.
The Mesabi Trail™ has been funded in part by the LCCMR and the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund.
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