The Superior National Forest Scenic Byway tour is one of the best fall color tours in the United States. Traveling through the heart of the Superior National Forest and along Lake Superior’s North Shore you’ll experience unbelievable vistas, wildlife sightings, cascading rivers and great American historic sites. The Sawtooth Mountain Range offers travelers breathtaking scenery and scenic nature trails. The Laurentian Divide provides awesome fall color viewing possibilities and endless recreational opportunities.

Scenic hiking and walking trails are found along the entire route, along with picnic and recreation areas. You’ll stand next to 250-year-old Norway pine trees at the White Pine Interpretive Trail or watch the ore boats being loaded in Two Harbors. The Skibo Vista provides a 20-mile scenic view of the Laurentian Divide. Gooseberry Falls State Park and Split Rock Lighthouse State Park offer great walking trails and unbelievable, majestic fall views. Make sure to bring along a camera and binoculars.

Approximate mileage

145 miles

Drive time

2.75 - 6 hours

Route times

• Aurora to Sliver Bay: 1 hour
• Silver Bay to Two Harbors: 30 minutes
• Two Harbors to Aurora: 1.25 hours

Cities on routes

• Aurora
• Hoyt Lakes
• Silver Bay
• Two Harbors

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