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Magney-Snively Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 176 Google reviews · Running trail in Duluth, Minnesota · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Magney-Snively Natural Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Picturesque location with hiking trails and overlooks of the St. Louis River and Bay.
What runners say about Magney-Snively Natural Area
“Very picturesque with many photogenic areas and usually very quiet and serene.”
“Some areas marred by graffiti but by and large, a well-maintained area that's easy to get around for people of all ages.”
Great spot around the middle of the Superior hiking trail. Great hiking,biking, and backpacking spot with free overnight parking. Ely's peak is 0.9 miles away from the lot and is a very beautiful and exhausting trek.
Outstanding walking area. On trail or off trail, plenty to explore. Also connects with skyline parkway. But not by vehicle. High dirt trail leads to Ely peak tunnel. In fall with colors it is one of the best walks in the entire city.
Beautiful area to hike with your pup! I love that it is so close to home! I like that the trails are not super crowded and I can enjoy nature in peace. It’s not a super popular area, but I definitely enjoy it!!
Check out DWP Trail. Great view over Stewart Creek. Keep going down to the old Railroad tunnel. Recommend mountain biking, but you can hike it. Park a Grand Avenue Chalet.
Trail conditions & character
“Very picturesque with many photogenic areas and usually very quiet and serene.”
“Great hiking,biking, and backpacking spot with free overnight parking.”
Plan your run at Magney-Snively Natural Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websiteduluthmn.gov
- Phone(218) 525-0845
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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