Moose Lake, Minnesota
Top Spots in and near Moose Lake
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Askov, Minnesota
Hike the Quarry Loop Trail
5.02.4 mi / 40 ft gainThe Quarry Loop is an easy hike in Banning State Park, which draws its name from the abandoned sandstone quarry you pass along the way. The trail's rival attraction is the whitewater of the Kettle River, visible as you hike, including the Blueberry Slide, Mother's Delight, and Dragon's Tooth rapi...Read more -
Sandstone, Minnesota
Wolf Creek Falls
3.81.63 mi / 180 ft gainJust off of Highway 35 near Sandstone, Minnesota, Banning State Park provides several areas to explore including the Kettle River, Historic Sandstone Quarry, and my favorite - Wolf Creek Falls. While the Kettle River is a popular attraction for hikers as well as kayakers, the scenic hike to Wolf...Read more -
Esko, Minnesota
Hike the Carlton Trail at Jay Cooke State Park
5.04 miHike the trails at Jay Cooke State Park in the autumn to see a stunning display of red, gold, and orange foliage colors lining the banks of the St. Louis river. Beginning at the River Inn Visitors Center at the park's headquarters, head over to the newly rebuilt swinging suspension bridge crossin...Read more -
Duluth, Minnesota
Hike to Ely's Peak
4.61.73 mi / 430 ft gainEly's Peak is located near the neighborhood of Gary-New Duluth. It is located right off of Becks Road. To get there from Grand Avenue you'll turn onto Becks Road. The small parking lot will be located about 2 miles north and will be on your right. If you are coming from Interstate I35, you'll tak...Read more -
Superior, Wisconsin
Hike to Big and Little Manitou Falls in Pattison State Park
4.02 miPattison State Park is a Northwoods paradise. Home to Big and Little Manitou Falls, water is a main attraction here. Big Manitou Falls is across the highway from the main park (accessible by a tunnel) and is the fourth tallest waterfall east of the rocky mountains. This is a great place to start ...Read more -
Duluth, Minnesota
Brewer Park Loop
5.03.45 mi / 472 ft gainBrewer park loop is located in West Duluth just above Skyline Parkway. The hike is a part of the Superior Hiking Trail that also has many mountain biking routes nearby and also intersecting the hiking route. The hike is well marked and easy to follow. From 40th avenue West/Haines Road there's a...Read more -
Hinckley, Minnesota
Bike the Paved Trail in St. Croix State Park
5.5 miGetting There:The entrance to St. Croix State Park is located 15 miles east of Hinckley, Minnesota on Highway 48. It is another 5 miles to the Park Office.The Paved Bicycle Path:The path is 5.5 miles long one-way and runs from the campground to Lake Clayton Beach Picnic Area. Be sure to stop at...Read more -
Superior, Wisconsin
Bike the Osaugie Trail
4.0Biking along Superior Bay, you can experience the beautiful foliage during all of northern Minnesota and Wisconsin's seasons. It's the perfect way to get the Twin Ports experience: harbor views, train tracks, forests of birch trees, glimpses of Lake Superior and beyond.This bike trail is primaril...Read more -
Duluth, Minnesota
Catch a Sunrise at Canal Park
5.0Quick and easy parking right on the north side of the northern break wall. It could be a few hundred foot walk if you want to walk out the entirety of the break wall.Read more -
South Range, Wisconsin
Explore Wisconsin Point
5.0If you’re in the Twin Ports area, (Duluth, MN and Superior, WI) be sure to check out Wisconsin Point. This peninsula is about 3 miles long and has several great spots to relax on the sandy beach (or swim in the chilly waters of Lake Superior). At the end of the peninsula is the Wisconsin Point Li...Read more -
Duluth, Minnesota
Chester Creek Trail
4.52.13 mi / 282 ft gainChester Creek is a prime example of how Duluth, MN values the many green spaces within its borders. The trailhead to Chester Creek is easy to find. Right on the corner of 14th ave east and 4th st, across from Burrito Union. For those of you without another form of transportation, there is a bus ...Read more -
Wahkon, Minnesota
Mile Lacs Lake Loop from Father Hennepin State Park Campgroung
2.01 mi / 98 ft gainMile Lacs Lake Loop from Father Hennepin State Park Campgroung is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Isle, Minnesota.Read more -
South Range, Wisconsin
Hike the Island at Amnicon Falls State Park
4.61 miAmnicon Falls State Park, as its name suggests, has a waterfall as its central feature. Amnicon is a small and developed park and the biggest attraction is the covered bridge connecting the main park to a small river island.Do the main loop trail beginning at the covered bridge. You'll be rewarde...Read more -
Grantsburg, Wisconsin
Explore Crex Meadows
5.0The Crex Meadows Wildlife Area is part of Wisconsin’s scenic Indianhead Country - located just north of Grantsburg. It’s 30,000 acres make it one of the largest wildlife areas in the state. Over 270 species of birds, 86 butterflies, and 720 different plant species call Crex Meadows home. Various ...Read more -
Siren, Wisconsin
Hike the Gandy Dancer Trail
5.0While visiting the charming Northwoods town of Siren, I detoured for a hike on the Gandy Dancer Trail segment. This trail was constructed to connect townships using old railroad beds. Even the name honors the rhythmic, synchronized efforts of the workers in their rail nailing dance. In tota...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Moose Lake
Willow River, Minnesota
Getaway Kettle River
The new Outpost in Willow River, MN, opens in time for winter.
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Cloquet, Minnesota
Cloquet / Duluth KOA Journey
Outdoors-lovers can't go wrong in the Duluth area, where Lake Superior provides a stunning playground. The North Shore is a haven for kay...
McGregor, Minnesota
Sandy Lake
Overview
The Sandy Lake Dam and Recreation Area is situated at the outlet of Big Sandy Lake in northern Minnesota, 13 miles north of McGr...
