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The Grand Rapids, Minnesota area has hundreds of thousands of acres that you can hike through mixed hardwood and pine forests to enjoy nature. Within these forests you will experience the sights of sounds of northwoods mammals and birds like deer, porcupines, squirrels, chipmunks, eagles, hawks, songbirds, ducks, geese and swans. These trails wrap around tamarack and cedar bogs, beautiful lakes and rivers. Experience getting deeper into the forests on well maintained, designated and mapped trails. Itasca County, the MN DNR, and the US Forest Service all work together to maintain these trails. A couple of off the beaten path hidden gems to consider are the Joyce Estates and the Lost Forty; both located in the Chippewa National Forest. Within the City limits of Grand Rapids we suggest Legion Trail that you can access through the City of Grand Rapids Parks ArcGIS Map. In addition to these locations, the North Country Trail runs through Grand Rapids. Much of the Minnesota trail is still being created, but the sections that have been created are from Hwy 6 in Remer to County Rd 17 in Cohasset, and then the hiking trail behind the North College campus. Below there are more details places and resources to hike in the Grand Rapids, Minnesota area.
EXPERIENCE THE CHIP
1.6 million acres to explore, the Chippewa is a celebration of seasons, cultures & the environment.
HIKING RESOURCES
Legion Trails
These multipurpose trails located conveniently in Grand Rapids proper offer an easily accessible opportunity to hike Minnesota’s Nature! Map
Get Fit Itasca Interactive Maps
Need Grand Rapids Area maps on the go? Get fit Itasca has you covered! Check out there interactive trail maps
Itasca County Trails
Find adventures all over the county. Explore Itasca County Trail Maps
MN DNR Hiking Resources
Looking for tips and tricks for how to have fun on Minnesota trails and stay safe! The MN DNR has lots of helpful resources
North Country Trail Association Minnesota
Minnesota hosts more than 850 miles of the North Country National Scenic Trail. Watch waterfowl in the wetlands and wander through old growth forest. Step back in time as you encounter evidence of life before the first settlers, historic mining and logging operations, and work performed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Traverse agricultural valleys, hike across rugged rocks, wind around countless glacial lakes, and keep your eyes open for iconic Northwoods wildlife such as loons and bald eagles, moose and lynx. Learn More Here!
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Hike the Chippewa National Forest
Camp Rabideau Hike this historic 1935 CCC Camp nestled between Benjamin and Carls Lake. More Information
Cut Foot Sioux Trail
Enjoy hiking this trail alongside horseback riders. Don’t forget to check out the Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Center for interpretative programing through the summer months. More Information
Joyce Estates
Tour the land once used by wealthy lumber baron David Joyce as a summer home and peak at many structures that still remain to this day. More Information
Lost Forty
Get a glimpse at 350 year old pine trees in this unique area of forest untouched by the lumber industry due to a surveying error. More information
Simpson Creek Trail
14 miles of trail wind through pines, lakes and glacial eskers. More Information
Suomi Hills
This truly rustic hiking opportunity is a short distance from Grand Rapids. Many small lakes dot the trails and offer a variety of fishing opportunities. More information
HIKING TRAILS TO CONSIDER
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GRAND RAPIDS HIKING TRAILS
HIKING ALL SEASONS
You can experience the beauty of the Northwoods all year long! Check out more information about snowshoeing!
