June Summer Fun Walks with the NorthStar Trail Travelers

Jun 7, 2022Hiking, News

Join the NorthStar Trail Travelers (NSTT) on a fun hiking weekend at two central Minnesota state parks.

Hiking the Ice Ridge Trail between Blanche and Emma Lakes at Glendalough State Park

Saturday, June 25: Glendalough State Park

There are two routes at Glendalough for you to walk, totaling 11km. A 5 km goes around Annie Battle Lake. The 6 km is the Lake Emma trail up to the Ice Ridge trail and back. Relatively flat trails, good walking. Registration is at the Trail Center. More at NSTT website

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View of the dock with camper cabins in the background at Glacial Lakes State Park

Sunday, June 26: Glacial Lakes State Park

There are two routes at Glacial Lakes for you to walk, totaling 10km with a 4km and 6km route. Both are shaded and sunny, gentle hills, both dry and grassy trails. Signalness Lake trail has a hill up to a scenic overlook. Registration is at the picnic shelter at the group camp.

For both walks,  register between 9 am and 2 pm and finish by 4 pm. Fees from $2-$8. Brats, hot dogs and other food will be available for a donation throughout the day. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome. More at NSTT website

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