| Alt Names |
Spider Lake Trail, Spider Lake OHV Trails, Spider Lake Trails OHV Trails, Foot Hills State Forest, North Island Lake, Perch Lake, Bear Lake, Taylor Lake, Fire Tower Forest Road, Root Trail |
| DESCRIPTION |
Located in northern Minnesota, this area offers 26 miles of scenic deep woods trails that offer panoramic views of the scattered nearby lakes. Ruts, roots and rocks are common and can make for challenging riding during wet weather. There are several primitive campsites that offer ample room for RVs however there are no services. Nearby Spider Lake offers a beach area and boat ramp. Detailed Trail Map.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (March 2010)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Pine River, MN |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 46º 42.977' W 94º 39.554' |
|
From: Pine River, MN
1) Take CR-2 west 12 miles
2) Turn left (south) onto Spider McKinley Forest Road, continue 1.5 miles
3) Staging area is on the left (east). |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| QUALITY |
| Rating |
 Good
|
| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
|
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
|
| Night Riding |
|
| 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 |
Tent: $0.00
RV: $0.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
|
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Foot Hills State Forest - Brainerd Area Office
(218) 833-8710
www.dnr.state.mn.us
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|
| TERRAIN |
| Miles Of Trail |
26 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
1400 to 1500 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Unknown |
| Hazards |
 Few |
| Novice Terrain |
 Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
 Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
 Little |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
20-30 Miles (SE) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| Swim Area |
1-5 Miles (SW) |
| Water Body |
On Site |
| Boat Ramp |
1-5 Miles (SW) |
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