aedwards - Nov 4, 2008 12:37 pm Date Climbed: Nov 1, 2008
Good day for a hike
Hiked on Saturday, November 1st. Beautiful day.
Pretty typical hike for the area, rocky trail, good views to the south and west near the top. It was lovely weather, the lakes and streams had a fine layer of ice in parts. Realized I was out of film (I still shoot b&w film) when I got to whale lake. :-(
highlandvillager - Jul 30, 2008 1:47 am Date Climbed: Jul 4, 2008
Lots of wildlife
We saw two moose and a black bear just before arriving at the trailhead, two deer and two loons while hiking, a fox, a raven, and more deer on the way out, and countless mosquitos all along the way. HP11
Even after stopping to take some photos, I was impressed it took me only two hours to complete this seven-mile roundtrip hike. The bugs were HORRIBLE. No-see-ums, black flies, mosquitoes, and these really large/long flying bugs (with fly-eyes) that hikers said take big chunks of skin off. Yikes! At least the abundant dragonflies weren't biting me (I think... lol). Not counting the bug problem, this is a VERY scenic and enjoyable section of the state (and country).
This was the second of seven HPs attained on my most ambitious weekend HP road trip to date.
starship_jen - Jul 7, 2008 8:10 am Date Climbed: Jul 3, 2008
HP #38
3rd HP of 5 on this road trip. Bugs were AWFUL! This area of MN is fantastic though! Beautiful sunny, mild day. Lovely!
jimegan - Feb 7, 2008 1:20 pm Date Climbed: Oct 19, 2007
EAGLE MTN
COULD HAVE USED WATER WINGS OR HIP WADERS AFTER THE MOST OCTOBER RAINFALL ON THE BOOKS HAD ALREADY ACCUMULATED. AFTER COMING FROM LAS VEGAS, I WASN'T GOING TO LET WET FEET STOP ME SO CARRIED MY BOOTS THROUGH THREE 100 YD STRETCHES OF OVERFLOWING CREEKS
weeds19 - Dec 24, 2007 5:37 pm Date Climbed: Sep 22, 2005
Great Hike
We took our 3 mos old son on this hike and had a great time. Nice trail and great views from the rocks.
Hiked Eagle with a friend and my golden retriever Thor. My second state highpoint.
breagen - Sep 27, 2007 6:56 pm Date Climbed: Aug 8, 2006
Eagle Mountain
Nice hot, humid, buggy Northwoods day!
Larry V - Sep 10, 2007 9:30 pm Date Climbed: Jul 30, 2007
Tasty berries here!!
The wild raspberries and blueberries were common, and very tasty!!! The common loons (official state birds) were not so common, but we saw a pair of them on the lake. The mosquitos (unofficlal state birds) were abundant.
Five years to the day that I climbed Mt. Marcy (NY) as my first state highpoint, I completed the lower 48 here atop Eagle Mountain. Bright, warm, sunny day. Beatufil day to celebrate.
Beautiful, thick forest all the way up the trail. Whale Lake is the best part of the hike, in my opinion. The reflection of the trees in the water is just awesome. Further on, the vista near the summit is incredible. Probably the best view anywhere in Minnesota. The trail itself is not very challenging, in terms of endurance, but is very annoying, with basketball-sized rocks everywhere. I don't think I'd do this hike again. The last mile or so out is grueling; the rocks just never end.
The mosquitoes were bad, but I've seen worse, and bug spray wipes worked great. Saw very few other animals -- one tiny garter snake and a squirrel. That was pretty much it besides some birds. It was a great experience overall. Took 4hrs 20min, including 25-30 minutes at the summit for lunch and rest.
One other thing. We brought hiking poles which helped immensely. They saved our knees from being bashed by the rocks on the way down.
The edge - Mar 14, 2007 3:16 pm Date Climbed: Jun 26, 2002
HP #14
Finding the TH was a challenge in itself;
The route was very scenic...
Coming back from the top and my friend sprained her ankle...
That wasn't a pretty sight!!
I was transported by northern Minnesota's state bird, the mosquito. Went in at 220 lbs, came out at 180 lbs :)
TLP - Aug 28, 2006 5:45 pm Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2006
MN is nice
This is a fun hike. Whale Lake is nice. I liked hiking through the forest. And there are two really nice overlooks on this mountain. The whole North Shore area of MN I found to be very scenic and beautiful.
Holsti97 - Jul 31, 2006 3:04 am Date Climbed: Jul 28, 2006
Eagle Mountain
Hiked to the top with son Ryan and friends Ed, Joe, and Martha. Very hot day, but a nice hike in the woods. Met several other hikers. Had lunch at the summit and then drove to Grand Marais to participate in the North Shore Dragonboat Races. Fun weekend. HP #17.
I've been to the top a few times while hiking in the area. Fun 'climb' for Minnesota. :-)
Tie-Dye Mike - Apr 8, 2006 10:20 pm Date Climbed: Mar 14, 2006
Another HP, Another Thanks
Thanks for the pictures on the site, I immediatly knew I was almost there, thanks. Had to snowshoe the entire way, but was still able to summit and back to the car in 4hrs.(and in the dark)
The Vor - Feb 23, 2006 2:02 am Date Climbed: Mar 10, 2003
1st Highpoint
Snow was slushy so made it a little rougher going. topped out and camped for the night. Very nice place to spend a spring evening.
Route Climbed: Eagle Mtn. Trail Date Climbed: July '04
Great hike for a nice summer day... stood atop the rock at the summit and beat my chest like King Kong. Not much to see at the summit, but there's a great place to catch some beautiful scenery just short of it. Plenty of roots and rocks on the trail so make sure you watch where you're walking or you'll end up flat on your kisser!
Route Climbed: Hiking Trail Date Climbed: August 2003
Great hike. Great view. I can't really remember to well but I thought I saw a nice cliff on the south side. Maybe some climbing? Maybe some boulders at the bottom?
aedwards - Nov 4, 2008 12:37 pm Date Climbed: Nov 1, 2008
Good day for a hikeHiked on Saturday, November 1st. Beautiful day.
Pretty typical hike for the area, rocky trail, good views to the south and west near the top. It was lovely weather, the lakes and streams had a fine layer of ice in parts. Realized I was out of film (I still shoot b&w film) when I got to whale lake. :-(
highlandvillager - Jul 30, 2008 1:47 am Date Climbed: Jul 4, 2008
Lots of wildlifeWe saw two moose and a black bear just before arriving at the trailhead, two deer and two loons while hiking, a fox, a raven, and more deer on the way out, and countless mosquitos all along the way. HP11
Redwic - Jul 7, 2008 12:54 pm Date Climbed: Jul 4, 2008
BUG CENTRAL!!!Even after stopping to take some photos, I was impressed it took me only two hours to complete this seven-mile roundtrip hike. The bugs were HORRIBLE. No-see-ums, black flies, mosquitoes, and these really large/long flying bugs (with fly-eyes) that hikers said take big chunks of skin off. Yikes! At least the abundant dragonflies weren't biting me (I think... lol). Not counting the bug problem, this is a VERY scenic and enjoyable section of the state (and country).
This was the second of seven HPs attained on my most ambitious weekend HP road trip to date.
starship_jen - Jul 7, 2008 8:10 am Date Climbed: Jul 3, 2008
HP #383rd HP of 5 on this road trip. Bugs were AWFUL! This area of MN is fantastic though! Beautiful sunny, mild day. Lovely!
jimegan - Feb 7, 2008 1:20 pm Date Climbed: Oct 19, 2007
EAGLE MTNCOULD HAVE USED WATER WINGS OR HIP WADERS AFTER THE MOST OCTOBER RAINFALL ON THE BOOKS HAD ALREADY ACCUMULATED. AFTER COMING FROM LAS VEGAS, I WASN'T GOING TO LET WET FEET STOP ME SO CARRIED MY BOOTS THROUGH THREE 100 YD STRETCHES OF OVERFLOWING CREEKS
weeds19 - Dec 24, 2007 5:37 pm Date Climbed: Sep 22, 2005
Great HikeWe took our 3 mos old son on this hike and had a great time. Nice trail and great views from the rocks.
argothor - Sep 28, 2007 5:25 pm
Eagle Mt.Hiked Eagle with a friend and my golden retriever Thor. My second state highpoint.
breagen - Sep 27, 2007 6:56 pm Date Climbed: Aug 8, 2006
Eagle MountainNice hot, humid, buggy Northwoods day!
Larry V - Sep 10, 2007 9:30 pm Date Climbed: Jul 30, 2007
Tasty berries here!!The wild raspberries and blueberries were common, and very tasty!!! The common loons (official state birds) were not so common, but we saw a pair of them on the lake. The mosquitos (unofficlal state birds) were abundant.
paclimber - Jul 31, 2007 1:42 pm Date Climbed: Jul 27, 2007
Number 48Five years to the day that I climbed Mt. Marcy (NY) as my first state highpoint, I completed the lower 48 here atop Eagle Mountain. Bright, warm, sunny day. Beatufil day to celebrate.
Globe199 - Jul 24, 2007 12:57 pm Date Climbed: Jul 22, 2007
MN Highpoint!Beautiful, thick forest all the way up the trail. Whale Lake is the best part of the hike, in my opinion. The reflection of the trees in the water is just awesome. Further on, the vista near the summit is incredible. Probably the best view anywhere in Minnesota. The trail itself is not very challenging, in terms of endurance, but is very annoying, with basketball-sized rocks everywhere. I don't think I'd do this hike again. The last mile or so out is grueling; the rocks just never end.
The mosquitoes were bad, but I've seen worse, and bug spray wipes worked great. Saw very few other animals -- one tiny garter snake and a squirrel. That was pretty much it besides some birds. It was a great experience overall. Took 4hrs 20min, including 25-30 minutes at the summit for lunch and rest.
One other thing. We brought hiking poles which helped immensely. They saved our knees from being bashed by the rocks on the way down.
The edge - Mar 14, 2007 3:16 pm Date Climbed: Jun 26, 2002
HP #14Finding the TH was a challenge in itself;
The route was very scenic...
Coming back from the top and my friend sprained her ankle...
That wasn't a pretty sight!!
surgent - Oct 19, 2006 8:25 pm
SkeetersI was transported by northern Minnesota's state bird, the mosquito. Went in at 220 lbs, came out at 180 lbs :)
TLP - Aug 28, 2006 5:45 pm Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2006
MN is niceThis is a fun hike. Whale Lake is nice. I liked hiking through the forest. And there are two really nice overlooks on this mountain. The whole North Shore area of MN I found to be very scenic and beautiful.
Holsti97 - Jul 31, 2006 3:04 am Date Climbed: Jul 28, 2006
Eagle MountainHiked to the top with son Ryan and friends Ed, Joe, and Martha. Very hot day, but a nice hike in the woods. Met several other hikers. Had lunch at the summit and then drove to Grand Marais to participate in the North Shore Dragonboat Races. Fun weekend. HP #17.
TheBootfitter - Jul 26, 2006 11:23 pm
Multiple AscentsI've been to the top a few times while hiking in the area. Fun 'climb' for Minnesota. :-)
Tie-Dye Mike - Apr 8, 2006 10:20 pm Date Climbed: Mar 14, 2006
Another HP, Another ThanksThanks for the pictures on the site, I immediatly knew I was almost there, thanks. Had to snowshoe the entire way, but was still able to summit and back to the car in 4hrs.(and in the dark)
The Vor - Feb 23, 2006 2:02 am Date Climbed: Mar 10, 2003
1st HighpointSnow was slushy so made it a little rougher going. topped out and camped for the night. Very nice place to spend a spring evening.
Vengeance - Jan 10, 2006 7:42 pm
Route Climbed: Eagle Mtn. Trail Date Climbed: July '04Great hike for a nice summer day... stood atop the rock at the summit and beat my chest like King Kong. Not much to see at the summit, but there's a great place to catch some beautiful scenery just short of it. Plenty of roots and rocks on the trail so make sure you watch where you're walking or you'll end up flat on your kisser!
spidy21 - Dec 1, 2005 5:45 pm
Route Climbed: Hiking Trail Date Climbed: August 2003Great hike. Great view. I can't really remember to well but I thought I saw a nice cliff on the south side. Maybe some climbing? Maybe some boulders at the bottom?