Last updated: July 27, 2022
Thing to Do
Hike the Oberholtzer Trail
C.Meridith/NPS
View the Oberholtzer Trail before you hike by watching this video link!
Wander through deciduous and conifer forest as the trail twists around the edge of a cattail filled wetland and past rocks deposited by ancient glaciers. Look for signs of wildlife as you hike to two different overlooks with marsh and lake views.
Difficulty: Easy
Hiking Distance: 1.6 miles(2.6 km) round trip, 0.5 miles (0.8 km) round trip for the accessible part
Wander through deciduous and conifer forest as the trail twists around the edge of a cattail filled wetland and past rocks deposited by ancient glaciers. Look for signs of wildlife as you hike to two different overlooks with marsh and lake views.
Difficulty: Easy
Hiking Distance: 1.6 miles(2.6 km) round trip, 0.5 miles (0.8 km) round trip for the accessible part
Details
Duration
45-80 Minutes
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
Pets are not allowed on trails at Voyageurs national Park to prevent the possible transmission of diseases to the wolf population.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Near Rainy Lake Visitor Center
Trailhead is on the south side of the Rainy Lake Visitor Center.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Summer Use: Hiking
Winter Use: Snowshoeing
Winter Use: Snowshoeing
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility Information
This trail is accessible for the first 1/4 mile on a 4 foot wide, flat crushed gravel trail. Beyond that the dirt path is uneven with roots and rocks.
Oberholtzer Trail
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- Duration:
- 5 minutes, 25 seconds
Starting at the trailhead from the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and hiking the entire 1.7 mile loop, ending back at the start of the trail.
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