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Bird Lake Trail
Bird Lake Trail is 12 miles (19 km) one way and meanders through beautiful northwoods country with black spruce bogs and hills of aspen and birch. The picnic area overlooks Bird Lake. A canoe carrydown access to Bird Lake is provided.
At a Glance
| Fees: | None required. |
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| Permit Info: | None required. |
| Restrictions: | Motorized vehicles not allowed. |
| Closest Towns: | Hoyt Lakes, MN |
| Water: | None available. |
| Restroom: | Outhouse (Vault style) at trailhead. |
| Operated By: | USDA Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Laurentian Ranger District Email | Call | Address | Webpage |
General Information
Directions:The Bird Lake Recreation Area is located southeast of Hoyt Lakes.
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Trail Access: Take County Highway 110 to the parking lot at the east edge of Hoyt Lakes.
- Picnic Area and Trail Access: Take County Highway 110 to the parking lot at the Bird Lake Recreation Area, 4 miles southeast of Hoyt Lakes.
Activities
Day Hiking
Picnicking
Picnic site is located on Bird Lake and has a fire grate and picnic table.
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Trail is groomed for classic skiing only.
| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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