Superior Might just be the most bikeable city in the Midwest!
Bring the kids, bring the bikes, because itโs time for family-friendly biking in Superior. Weโre talking paved, easy rolls that even a trike-rider can handle, all the way up to enduro-style mountain biking at Mont du Lac for grown families and experienced riders. You set the dial to whatever works for you.
Top 5 Biking Trails for Families
Saddle up and letโs go. Yeehaw!
1: Osaugie Trail
Highlights: This trail runs along Superior Bay, offering picturesque views of the harbor, historic landmarks, and opportunities to spot Great Lakes freighters. It’s relatively flat, making it ideal for families and casual riders.
Length: Approximately 5 miles (10 miles out and back)
Surface: Paved asphalt
Difficulty: Easy
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Food Nearby from Trailhead ๐๐ฅค
Caribou Coffee: 1 Mile
Culverโs: 1 Mile
McDonaldโs: 1 Mile
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant: 2.7 Miles
Barkerโs Waterfront Grille: 2.8 Miles
Golden Inn Restaurant: 2.9 Miles
New China Restaurant: 3.1 Miles
2: Millennium Trail
Highlights: Located within the Superior Municipal Forest, this short trail provides a peaceful ride through wooded areas. It’s perfect for younger children or those looking for a brief, relaxing bike ride.
Length: 1.6 miles
Surface: Paved
Difficulty: Easy
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Food Nearby from Trailhead ๐๐ฅค
Aces On 29th: 1 Mile
Pedroโs Grill & Cantina: 1.4 Miles
Boulder Tap House: 1.6 Miles
Billings Park Eatery: 1 Mile
3: Makwa Ziibiins Miikana (Bear Creek Trail)
Highlights: This trail features beautiful views of Allouez Bay and Bear Creek, with over 40+ numbered wooden bridges โ Parent tip: the kiddos will love to count each one! It’s a serene route that allows families to enjoy nature and observe local wildlife. BONUS: It leads to Wisconsin Point beach! Shhh! Donโt tell anyone we told you.
Length: Approximately 5.3 miles
Surface: Compacted gravel with boardwalk sections
Difficulty: Easy
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Food Nearby from Trailhead ๐๐ฅค
Eddieโs Supper Club: 0.7 Miles
Choo Choo Bar & Grill: 0.8 Miles
Log Cabin Tavern: 0.8 Miles
The Original Louisโ Cafe: 0.9 Miles
Gronkโs Grill & Bar: 0.9 Miles
4: Pokegama Trail
Highlights: For families with older children or those seeking a bit more adventure, this trail offers a more rugged experience through the Superior Municipal Forest. Riders can enjoy the natural beauty and challenge of this moderately difficult trail.
Length: Approximately 7 miles (out and back)
Surface: Singletrack with some technical sections
Difficulty: Moderate
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Food Nearby from Trailhead ๐๐ฅค
Mama Tโs Smokinโ Eats: 1.6 Miles
Shamrock Pizza: 1.4 Miles
Wide World of Wings: 1.5 Miles
5: Tri-County Corridor Trail
Highlights: Starting from the end of the Osaugie Trail, this extensive trail offers a longer ride along an abandoned rail bed, through diverse landscapes. While parts of it are more suited for experienced riders, families can enjoy shorter segments for a day trip. Please be safe and use good trail etiquette, as this is a multi-use trail that includes motorized vehicle traffic (ATVs, UTVs). Fun note: There are FIVE artesian wells along the corridor! Fill up your water bottles with the freshest, coldest and cleanest water you’ve ever tasted!
Length: 60 miles – Extends beyond Superior
Surface: Gravel
Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
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Food Nearby Trailhead ๐๐ฅค
Eddieโs Supper Club: 0.6 Miles
Choo Choo Bar & Grill: 0.8 Miles
Log Cabin Tavern: 0.8 Miles
The Original Louisโ Cafe: 0.8 Miles
Gronkโs Grill & Bar: 0.8 Miles
Mountain Biking at Mont du Lac
For mountain biking families with more experienced riders, Mont du Lac is a must-ride. MDLโs trails were built by bikers, for bikers, so get ready to get shreddy.
Experience hundreds of feet of elevation change. Plus, enjoy trails for different skill levels โ from flowy and fun to thrill-seeker descents.
Leave the bike, take a hike!
While in town, hit these top natural must-sees.
Wisconsin Point
Head out to this 3-mile peninsula with sandy beaches and lake views for days. Itโs the perfect spot for swimming, skipping rocks, or just letting the kids run wild.
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Pattison State Park
Pattison State Park is worth the trip. Itโs home to gorgeous waterfalls, including Big Manitou Falls โ the tallest waterfall in Wisconsin. Hike the well-maintained paths around Big and Little Manitou Falls for some scenic views, bring some floaties and have a beach day, or find a shady picnic spot and make a day of it!
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Billings Park
Tucked along the St. Louis River, Billings Park is a great spot for a laid-back afternoon. Kids can burn off energy at the playgrounds, you can launch a kayak or canoe, and the whole crew can enjoy a riverside picnic with plenty of green space and water views. BONUS: itโs close to town but feels like a peaceful little escape.
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Superior Municipal Forest
Tucked along the edge of the St. Louis River, the Superior Municipal Forest offers more than 4,400 acres of pure Northwoods beauty. Hike, bike, ski, or paddle through trails lined with towering pines and birch, spot wildlife, or play a round at the scenic 18-hole disc golf course. Itโs one of the largest urban forests in the countryโperfect for anyone needing a nature reset. BONUS: itโs just minutes from downtown, but feels like deep wilderness.
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Stay the Night (Without Spending a Fortune)
Superior makes it easy to find great budget-friendly places to stay, from campgrounds to welcoming hotels. Youโll spend less here than in many other northern destinations โ and youโll be closer to the action.
Where to Eat + Shop
Family-friendly, fun, and affordable โ thatโs the vibe at Superiorโs local restaurants. No joke, some of the best food in the Twin Ports is in Soup Town (Pro-tip: Call Superior โSoup Townโ and weโll think youโre a local!).
Pizza, burgers, tacos, buffalo chicken wings, bbq, smoked meats, ice cream, breweries โ kids welcome (theyโll love the root beer). As a foodie town, Superior has many new restaurants and that number continues to rise.
If youโre in the mood to shop, Tower Avenue and the surrounding streets are packed with cool boutiques and quirky finds you wonโt see in big-box stores.
Getting Around
Superiorโs streets are easy to navigate โ whether youโre driving, biking, or strolling. No city stress. No parking drama. Just a simple, laid-back place to explore.
Ready to Roll? Come On Up!
Pack the bikes (or rent one here), grab the kids, and point the car toward the wolfโs nose. Superior is ready to show your family an affordable summer getaway youโll all remember.
And as always, head over to GottaBeSuperior.com to learn more!
