E-bikes on Duluth Lakewalk
Arrowhead, North Shore & Iron Range, Minnesota · St. Louis · Managed by City of Duluth Parks & Recreation
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: Any e-bike meeting the state definition (Class 1, 2 or 3) on the bike path.
The rules
Duluth's city policy allows legal e-bikes on any city trail designated for bikes, including the Lakewalk bike path. Riders must be 15 or older.
What the official source says:
An electric-assist bicycle, as defined in MN Statute 169.011, subdivision 27, may be operated on any trail designated for bicycle use within the City of Duluth.
Source: City of Duluth Parks & Recreation
📞 Call ahead: 218-730-4300 (rules and closures change)
Pass or fee: Free
Gear for this ride
- Thule EasyFold XT 2 hitch rackFolding 2-bike hitch rack rated for 65 lb per bike — enough for most e-bikes. Check your bike's weight first.
- Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lockKryptonite's top-rated U-lock, Sold Secure Gold, for trailheads and town stops.
- Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
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Minnesota's e-bike classes
Minnesota has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph). All three need working pedals, a saddle and a motor of no more than 750 watts. Minnesota e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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Nearby trails
- Willard Munger State Trail ✅ Yes, all classesMinnesota DNR – Parks and Trails Division
- Gitchi-Gami State Trail ✅ Yes, all classesMinnesota DNR – Parks and Trails Division
- Mesabi Trail ✅ Yes, all classesSt. Louis & Lake Counties Regional Railroad Authority (Mesabi Trail)
- Duluth Traverse (City of Duluth mountain bike trails) ✅ Yes, all classesCity of Duluth Parks & Recreation