06/13/2026
Stewart Trail Fire
On Friday, May 15, 2026, what started as a small wildfire near Betty’s Pies quickly grew into something much bigger. Fueled by strong winds, the Stewart Trail Fire spread rapidly along the North Shore toward the Silver Cliff Tunnel area.
Watching smoke rise above the cliffs and forest was a sobering reminder of how quickly things can change along Lake Superior. But it was also a reminder of just how incredible our emergency responders are. Fire crews, aircraft, helicopters, and agencies from across the region responded immediately, building fire breaks and attacking the fire from the ground and air. Because of their fast work, many homes were saved and the fire was fully contained by Sunday, May 17th.
I know several people personally who were impacted by this fire, and many families are now working through the difficult process of recovery.
If you would like to help, the Harbor Theater in Two Harbors is holding a fundraiser for families affected by the fire. More information will be posted in the comments below.