Hike Blind Ash Bay Trail

Blind Ash Bay Trail overlook of Kabetogama Lake

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Watch a video of the Blind Ash Bay Trail before you go!

This narrow, winding, rocky trail exposes users to the wonders of the boreal forest. This path is great for birding. It is frequented by deer and other wildlife. From closed in forest to post card worthy views of Kabetogama Lake, this lollipop loop trail has it all. 

Difficulty: Moderate
Hiking Distance: 2.9 miles (4.7 km) loop

Details

Duration

1-3 Hours

Hiking time is dependant on hiking speed and length of stops/breaks. 

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 Ash River Visitor Center

The trailhead is in the upper parking lot by Ash River Visitor Center. The trail can also be reached from the Kabetogama Lake Overlook trail.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Summer season use: Hiking
Winter season use: Snowshoeing

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

If hiking before sunrise or after sunset, carry a flashlight other than your cell phone.

Accessibility Information

This moderate hike is not accessible due to an uneven trail surface, exposed roots and rocks, and inclines/declines.

The first section of the trail is the steepest. This section can be skipped by taking the Kabetogama Lake Overlook trail and continuing on the Blind Ash Bay Trail.

Duration:

4 minutes, 4 seconds

Video starts at the trail head on the edge of the upper parking lot at the Ash River Visitor Center. The video highlights important aspects of the trails with jump cuts in the video. Encompassing the the lollipop loop with overlooks of the Blind Ash Bay and Kabetogama Lake, in which the video ends after the loop.

Ash River Area Hiking Trails

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