E-bikes on Duluth Traverse

Arrowhead, North Shore & Iron Range, Minnesota · St. Louis · Managed by City of Duluth Parks & Recreation

✅ All e-bike classes allowed

Last checked: 2026-11-06

Which classes: Any e-bike meeting the state definition (Class 1, 2 or 3) on trails designated for bikes.

The rules

City policy lets any legal e-bike ride any Duluth trail designated for bicycles, which includes the Traverse singletrack. 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)

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.
• Dynaplug Racer Pro tire plug kitFixes tubeless punctures on the trail with preloaded plugs.
• Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.

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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 →

Did this rule change, or is something here wrong? Tell us and we'll re-check it against the official source.

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 Lakewalk ✅ Yes, all classesCity of Duluth Parks & Recreation