E-bikes on Mesabi Trail
Arrowhead, North Shore & Iron Range, Minnesota · St. Louis, Itasca, Lake · Managed by St. Louis & Lake Counties Regional Railroad Authority (Mesabi Trail)
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: E-bikes allowed; trail doesn't name classes, and state law treats Class 1, 2 and 3 as e-bikes. E-motos not allowed.
The rules
E-bikes are allowed, but e-motos and ATVs are not. Riders 18 and older need a Mesabi Trail Wheel Pass. Keep right and obey road laws at crossings.
What the official source says:
Electric assist (E-bikes) are allowed on the Trail, e-motos are not.
Source: St. Louis & Lake Counties Regional Railroad Authority (Mesabi Trail)
📞 Call ahead: 218-744-1388 (rules and closures change)
Pass or fee: Mesabi Trail Wheel Pass required for riders 18+
150 miles · Paved
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 →
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
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- Duluth Traverse (City of Duluth mountain bike trails) ✅ Yes, all classesCity of Duluth Parks & Recreation
- Duluth Lakewalk ✅ Yes, all classesCity of Duluth Parks & Recreation