Hiking

On the Trail - Hiking Information

There is no better way to see the Chippewa National Forest than on a trail. Hike and view spring wildflowers, bike along a tranquil wetland, hunt grouse on a hunter/walking trail, or ski through winter woods. The Chippewa National Forest offers over 298 miles of non-motorized trails. Above you will find links listing recommended hiking trails for backpacking and day trips on the Chippewa National Forest. These trails are for nonmotorized use unless otherwise noted. All National Forest System lands are open to camping. A number of primitive campsites are located along the trail routes. We ask that you pack out all that you bring in and help maintain the Forest for those who follow.

There is no better way to see the Chippewa National Forest than on a trail. The Chippewa National Forest offers 160 miles of hiking trails and 373 miles of non-motorized trails.

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Edge of the Wilderness Discover Center

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The Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center located in Marcell, MN and within the Chippewa National Forest is a visitor & environmental education center that is home to a variety of interpretive…

Lake Erin

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Lake Erin includes a picnic area and an interpretive trail around the lake. Various points of interest are marked along the one-kilometer (.6 miles) trail. Plan 40 minutes to enjoy this easy…

Lost 40

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Flyer and Trail Map  | Driving DirectionsExperience the forest of yesteryear at the Lost 40. Minnesota was one of the largest timber-producing states in the country in the late 1800s, but 144 acres…

Mabel Lake Campground

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Located at 6715 Mable Lake Road NW Walker, MN 56484, 26 miles east of Walker on Highway 200. Mabel Lake is a secluded campground with a beautiful, sandy beach.  There are 22 campsites available. The…

Marcell Area

Marcell area is 28 miles north of Grand Rapids, Minnesota within the Chippewa National Forest. The Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center located in Marcell, MN is a visitor & environmental…

Norway Beach Recreation Area

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The Norway Beach Recreation Area is located four miles east of Cass Lake, Minnesota on U.S. Highway 2.  The recreation area offers camping sites located in four campground loops; Norway Beach,…

Onegume (ah-ni-gah-mig[k])Campground

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Located 18 miles northwest of Deer River on Highway 46, centered in the premier fishing area. With access to Little Cut Foot Sioux, Cut Foot Sioux, and Winnibigoshish Lakes, Onegume attracts a large…

Rabideau CCC Camp

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Camp Rabideau National Historic Landmark represents the best preserved of the Civilian Conservation Corps camps in the nation. Part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's mammoth "New Deal," Camp Rabideau was…

Shingobee Recreation Area

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Nestled along the rolling hills of the Shingobee River Valley, the Shingobee Recreation Area provides a variety of summer and winter activities. The area offers 6 miles of trails for hiking, hunting,…

Webster Lake Boating Area

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Load up the boat and come to Webster Lake!  The Webster Lake Campground, located on the shores of Webster Lake  provides access to boating, a bog walk, hiking, and during the fall hunter walking…