Soudan Underground Mine

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Why it matters

Minnesota's oldest iron mine, interpreted through seasonal underground tours and surface mining history.

Field note

Tour status can change with maintenance and safety conditions. Confirm the underground experience directly with the state park.

Access

How to approach it lawfully

Access status

Seasonal. Open part of the year. Check the current season before traveling. Recorded as: Seasonal guided tours.

Reservation

No reservation requirement recorded. Confirm with the official source.

Seasonality

Seasonal or schedule-dependent. Check the current season and hours before traveling.

Practical details last checked July 2026. Conditions change. Check the primary source before leaving home.

Plan the stop

What to plan for

Time

2 to 3 hours

Cost

Tour fee may apply (Fee or pass)

Terrain

Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.

Mobility

Cold underground conditions and access restrictions.

Parking

Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.

Weather

Not recorded in this file. Check the official source.

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Sources

• Primary sourceMinnesota Department of Natural Resources ↗, opens in a new tabGovernment source · dnr.state.mn.us · accessed 2026-07

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