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The easiest way down at Finland Glades.


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1,588' 484 m

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1,261' 384 m

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Up

326' 99 m

Down

18%

Avg Slope (10°)

21%

Max Slope (12°)
Type: Backcountry or Sidecountry

Overview

This short descent has some of the only true backcountry skiing in Minnesota.

Description

From the summit of the Finland Glades, you follow the sign saying Easiest Way Down. There is a mellow grade down to the top of your first hill, which is a sharp right off the track. There is short steep section and then a long flat traverse which leads to the main glade.

After this, it is a bit choose-your-own-adventure through the trees on a nice mellow grade. Finally, this leads to a little halfpipe area which leads to the base sign.

From here, you can either take a right and ascend back up to the summit, or go straight and head back to the Superior Hiking Trail. Both are well marked.

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Kelly Draehn

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Finland Glades Backcountry
Apr 2, 2024 near Silver Bay, MN
Backcountry signs??
Jan 9, 2023 near Silver Bay, MN
Skier descending the Finland Glades easiest way down.
Jan 9, 2023 near Silver Bay, MN

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