| Alt Names |
Thistedew Trail, Buttonbox Lake, Crumb Lake, Valley River Forest Road, Perch Lake, Five Island Lake, Rum Lake, Thistledew Lake, Mirror Lake, Little Moose Lake, Lac La Bijou Lake, Roller Coaster Rd., Battle Lake, Lost Lake, Island Lake, George Washington State Forest ATV Trails |
| DESCRIPTION |
Located in the scenic George Washington State Forest in northern Minnesota, this area offers about 30 miles of mostly novice friendly ATV trails that are accessible for motorized use between April 1 and November 30. During the winter months snowmobiles are allowed on the trails. Trails are open to ATV use only and are mainly smooth and hardpacked. The nearby Thistledew Lake Campground offers 23-sites and direct trail access. Detailed Trail Map.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (March 2010)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Celina, MN |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 47º 49.300' W 93º 14.864' |
|
From: Duluth, MN
1) Take SR-53 north about 90 miles
2) Turn left (east) on SR-1, continue 20.6 miles
3) Turn left (south) at T-intersection, continue 2 miles
4) Turn right at T-intersection, continue 5.7 miles
5) Turn right onto CR-542, continue about .7 miles
6) Veer right at fork, continue toward the staging area |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| Land Type |
State Recreation |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
|
| Recommended Stay |
Full Day
|
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
April 1 - November 30 |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
|
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
|
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
|
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
|
| Bicycles |
|
| Hiking |
|
| Horseback |
|
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
|
| Law Enforcement |
|
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
($0.00)
|
| Entry Fee |
($0.00)
|
| Riding Fee |
($0.00)
|
| Camping Fee |
Yes
Tent: $12.00
RV: $12.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
Thistledew Lake Campground Fee
|
|
| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
20 |
| Miles Of Trail |
30 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
1300 to 1500 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
 Few |
| Novice Terrain |
 Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
 Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
30+ Miles (E) |
| Gasoline |
30+ Miles (E) |
| Diesel |
30+ Miles (E) |
| Water |
On Site |
| RV Hookup |
30+ Miles (E) |
| RV Disposal |
30+ Miles (E) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
30+ Miles (E) |
| Swim Area |
On Site |
| Water Body |
On Site |
| Boat Ramp |
On Site |
|
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