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Recreation Opportunities

Biker on Gitchi Gami Trail
Bicycles are a great way to get out and explore the forest.  Most biking opportunities in the Superior National Forest are along gravel surfaced…
Climber on rock face
Built by volcanoes and scraped by glaciers, the exposed bedrock of the Superior National Forest is some of the oldest in the world and provides some…
A woman with an orange backpack standing next to water on the Powwow Trail
Grab your boots, water bottle, a snack, and maybe the bug repellent.  There are over 400 miles of hiking trail in the Superior National Forest, so…
A horse overlooking water
Horseback riding is allowed on roads within the Superior National Forest.  Riders are asked to keep feed contained and clean up after their horses.
A man and his soon on a deer hunt
The USDA-Forest Service and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MnDNR) share responsibility for managing wildlife resources on the…
OHVs lined up in a row
Riding an Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) can be a great way to get out and enjoy the Forest, particularly a Forest as large as the Superior. While riding,…
Breccia with rock hammer
The region of the Superior National Forest has a fascinating geology.  Some of the oldest rock on the surface of the earth is exposed here.…
A snake
Nature viewing in the Superior National Forest is source of inspiration whether you are a photographer, artist, naturalist, or just seek to find…
Lake Leander Picnic Area
Nothing is quite as good as a picnic on a summer day, and there are many good picnic spots for you to choose from.  Some picnic grounds are separate…
Fall 160908 sawbill curves
Driving can be an excellent way to tour the expansive Superior National Forest.  Hundreds of miles of Forest Roads, three nationally designated…
Rec Banner: Man Canoeing
With so many lakes, it is no surprise that water activities like boating and swimming play a part in many people's trip to the Superior National…
Dogs mushing with a sled
It is easy to get addicted to winter in Minnesota: despite the cold, or maybe because of it, the season has a majesty all its own and there is no…