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| Carlton
Peak part of the Superior Hiking Trail LOCATION From Hwy 61 in Tofte, go north on the Sawbill Trail (Co. Rd. 2) for 2 miles to the parking area on the east/right TRAILHEAD walk across the Sawbill Trail and follow the snowmobile trail LENGTH 3.4 miles round-trip to the peak or 5.2 miles round-trip to the overlook LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY easy to moderate (final ascent to the peak) HIGHLIGHTS an expanse of grasslands, a maple forest, the peak and overlook with wide-open views of Lake Superior, Tofte, the Temperance River valley and west past Taconite Harbor AMENITIES outhouse MAPS Superior Hiking Trail Guide, maps at visitor centers |
| Britton
Peak LOCATION From Hwy 61 in Tofte, go north on the Sawbill Trail (Co. Rd. 2) for 2 miles to the parking area on the east/right TRAILHEAD north end of the parking area; not the Sugarbush cross-country ski trail LENGTH 0.5 mile total LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY more difficult (steep grade) HIGHLIGHTS panoramas of Lake Superior, Carlton Peak, and the Temperance River valley AMENITIES outhouse MAPS follow the worn pathways |
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Hiking Checklist *Obtain a map & familiarize yourself with the trail *Allow an hour for each two to three miles of trail *Let someone know your route and expected return time *Carry water, high-energy snacks, sunscreen, bug repellent, a flashlight and raingear *Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots *Always pack out what you bring in - dispose of trash responsibly *Trails cross private, county, state and federal lands - please respect this *Consider bringing binoculars and a camera *Use common sense |
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