Hull–Rust–Mahoning Open Pit Iron Mine
Nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of the North," this massive open-pit iron mine in Hibbing, Minnesota, has been operating for over 120 years and is one of the largest in the world.

📜 Largest operating open-pit iron mine in Minnesota, designated a National Historic Landmark in 1966.
🔍 This massive pit, nicknamed "Grand Canyon of the North," stretches over three miles long and two miles wide.

Why Go

👀 Marvel at the immense scale of this human-made landscape
⛏️ Discover over 125 years of continuous iron ore mining history
🚗 Enjoy panoramic views from the public overlook and visitor center
🛍️ Browse souvenirs at the Red Ore Shoppe

Tips

🕒 Best visited May through September, when the site is fully open.
🅿️ Follow signs from Howard Street to Hull Rust for easy access.

Hours

🕒 Mine View: May-September, daily 9am-8pm/dusk. Red Ore Shoppe: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, closed Sundays.

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