Things To Do

From bird watching to backpacking the North Country National Scenic Trail provides visitors an opportunity to enjoy many rewarding experiences as it winds it's way across eight northern states. Connecting a host of natural, historic, and cultutal areas from valleys to hilltops, cities to small towns, and everything in between. There is something for everyone to enjoy in each changing season!

Get started on the North Country Trail Association website. Explore The Trail to find trail data, alerts, and conditions.

 

Hikers along the shore of Lake Ashtabula, North Dakota.

 

Celebrating 50 years of the National Trails System Act

Hike 100 Challenge returns for 2018 with a Hike 50 Challenge!

In 2018, the North Country National Scenic Trail celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the National Trails System Act with a Hike 50 Challenge. Learn more about the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System Act here.

Anyone who hikes 50 or 100 miles on the NCNST during calendar year 2018, in aggregate or all at once, will be eligible for a special patch.

In addition, the North Country Trail Association will be offering prizes and free resources for those who sign up for the challenge, and a special grand prize drawing at the end of the year.

Start your 2018 Hike 50 or Hike 100 Challenge today!