Angleworm Trail landscape

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Angleworm Trail

~2 days · 13 mi · easy · Loop

Quick facts

Distance13 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain1,161 ft
Gain / mile89 ft
High point1,558 ft

What the Angleworm Trail is known for

A lollipop loop circling long, narrow Angleworm Lake in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, reached by a spur from the Echo Trail north of Ely, Minnesota. Published length is about 13-14 miles over rocky, rooty tread with cliff-top views along the lake. Overnight permits are required in the BWCAW.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Angleworm Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 4,446 ft to 5,049 ft over 13 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 4.9 mi · 38%
  • Downhill 5.0 mi · 38%
  • Flat 3.1 mi · 24%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Angleworm Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Angleworm Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 13 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Angleworm Trail?

The Angleworm Trail climbs roughly 1,161 ft total — about 89 ft per mile, topping out near 1,558 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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