Sioux–Hustler Trail Explained

48.2291°N -92.1601°W

The Sioux–Hustler Trail is a 35miles hiking trail in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in northeastern Minnesota. The trail is approximately an hour's drive from Ely, Minnesota, along the Echo Trail. The trail, which is primitive and not well maintained,[1] runs from the Little Indian Sioux River through relatively untouched country[2] to Hustler Lake, which is at an altitude of 1302feet.[3]

Trail Information

Distance:35 miles round trip
Surface:Native material with uneven tread and exposed roots and rocks
Width:18" tread, 64" clearance
Terrain:Varied, with hills, exposed ledge rock, wetland areas, a beaver pond, and stream crossings
Remarks:Be prepared with maps, compass, food, water and shelter. Let someone know your plans. This trail is minimally maintained. A permit is required to enter the BWCA Wilderness. Leave No Trace.

External links

Notes and References

  1. http://www.recreation.gov/permits/15_Sioux_Hustler_Trail_Oh/r/entranceDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=72600&entranceId=276518&permitTypeId=280877589 "Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Sioux-Hustler Trail "
  2. http://www.friends-bwca.org/pdfs/Preserving%20The%20Canoe%20Country%20Heritage.pdf "PRESERVING THE CANOE COUNTRY HERITAGE"
  3. http://www.fishingworks.com/lakes/minnesota/st.-louis/shell-lake/hustler-lake/ "Hustler Lake Fishing in St. Louis County, Minnesota"