🐾🌲 Scenic Waterfalls & North Shore Views on the Gitchi-Gummi Loop! 🌊🐢

Join Simba the Adventure Pup and me for a gorgeous hike through Gooseberry Falls State Park in Silver Creek Township, Minnesota! This route combines the Gitchi-Gummi Trail, Fifth Falls, and a section of the Superior Hiking Trail, offering epic Lake Superior overlooks, serene forest paths, and cascading waterfalls — all packed into a trail pup’s dream day.

πŸ“ Location

Gooseberry Falls State Park – Silver Creek Township, MN
Trail Name: Gitchi-Gummi, Fifth Falls & SHT Loop

πŸ₯Ύ Hike Overview

Distance: ~3.5-mile loop
Difficulty: Moderate


Trail Features:

• Fifth Falls (a scenic, lesser-known cascade)
• Expansive Lake Superior overlooks
• Rocky outcrops, forested paths, and flowing creeks
• Connection to the iconic Superior Hiking Trail

We started from the main Gooseberry Falls trailhead, branched off to enjoy the peaceful solitude of Fifth Falls, then climbed to blufftop views via the Gitchi-Gummi Trail. The loop gives you a bit of everything that makes Minnesota's North Shore so magical.

🐢 Dog-Friendly Adventure

Simba was in full explorer mode! He sniffed every fern, bounded across footbridges, and stood tall at every overlook. This trail is on-leash dog-friendly, and there’s plenty of shade and water access — ideal for trail-loving pups like Simba.

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🌟 Why You’ll Love This Hike

• Fewer crowds than the main Gooseberry Falls paths
• Great variety of terrain and views
• Access to multiple waterfalls and river spots
• A taste of the Superior Hiking Trail without needing a full-day commitment

🚐 Part of Our Travel Series

This stop is part of Life on Paws and Wheels, our full-time RV travel vlog exploring dog-friendly trails, hidden gems, and scenic parks across the U.S.

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