National Scenic Trail · MI, MN, ND, NY, OH, PA, VT, WI

North Country National Scenic Trail

Come to the North Country. Trek the hills and valleys. Stand on the shores of lakes & streams from glaciers 10,000 years before. Clear-flowing water, red/gold of autumn, a fairyland of snow, open prairies, and distant horizons paint the land. Historic sites along the way tell how America settled and grew as a nation. From North Dakota to Vermont, adventure is never far away.

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Photos

Hiking on trail
The trail links scenic, natural, historic, and cultural areas across seven states allowing visitors to experience a variety of northern landscapes.
Fall colors along the trail
Enjoy the seasonal changes along the North Country Trail
Hiking on the North Country Trail
A variety of landscapes are present along the North Country Trail.
North Country trail sign
Trail sign
Bulletin board at a trailhead in a forest that features a map and brochures.
North Country National Scenic Trail Trailhead in the Chippewa National Forest, Minnesota.

Activities

  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Horse Trekking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Skiing
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Snowshoeing
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Shopping
  • Gift Shop and Souvenirs