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2.1 miles
Distance
171 ft
Climb
-132 ft
Descent
1,322 ft
High Point
42 ft
Altitude change
1,268 ft
Altitude min
1,281 ft
Altitude start
1,322 ft
Altitude end
0.4%
Grade
-8.8%
Grade max
13.6%
Grade min
3,796 ft
Distance climb
3,527 ft
Distance down
3,540 ft
Distance flat

Blue Big Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Nordic Ski
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Spirit Mountain Nordic Center
    Duluth, Minnesota
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Nordic Skiing [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Other
  • Snow Grooming
    Classic / Skating
  • Direction
    One Direction
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    Spirit Mountain

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Blue Big Loop is a 2 mile blue difficulty other trail located near Duluth Minnesota. This nordic ski primary trail can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. Winter use: Classic / Skating snow grooming. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jan 17, 2026 @ 1:20pm (America/Chicago)
Jan 17, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Blue Big Loop located?
      Blue Big Loop is located in Spirit Mountain Nordic Center, Duluth, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Spirit Mountain Nordic Center trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.71536, -92.22199.
      ▼ How hard is Blue Big Loop?
      Blue Big Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Blue Big Loop?
      Blue Big Loop has 171 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 132 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,268 ft to 1,322 ft.
      ▼ Is Blue Big Loop a point to point trail?
      Yes, Blue Big Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is other.
      ▼ How long is Blue Big Loop?
      Blue Big Loop is 2.1 miles long. The trail type is other.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Blue Big Loop?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Blue Big Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Blue Big Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Blue Big Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How busy is Blue Big Loop?
      Blue Big Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 98 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 116 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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