Hike Kab-Ash Trail

Daley Brook is a nice place to stop along the trail to look for wildlife.

C.Meridith/NPS

This multi-day trail connects the Kabetogama and Ash River communities. Travel through backcountry forests and wetlands on this extensive system of interconnected trails. With four trailheads, you can explore smaller sections, or for the adventurous, a thru-hike is possible. Carrying a GPS is recommended on this trail. 

NOTE: Salmi Road entrance to the Kab-Ash Trail out of the Kabetogama community is temporarily closed. Access to the trail remains open Ash River Trail, the Meadwood Road, and at the eastern most terminus of the trail within the community of Ash River.

Difficulty: Strenuous
Hiking Distance: 27.9 miles(44.9-km) one-way. 

Details

Duration

1-5 Days

While there are sections that can be hiked in a few hours, to hike the entire trail would take several days for the average hiker. 

Activity

Backcountry Hiking

This 27.9 mile-long(one way) trail is not regularly maintained during the summer. It becomes overgrown in many places and requires good navigational skills and an adventurous spirit. 

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Near Ash River Visitor Center, Ash River Community, Ash River Trail, Near Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center

The Kab-Ash Trail has four trailheads.
Near Ash River Visitor Center: 48.422369, -92.846119

Ash River Trail: 48.389997, -92.921263
Ash River Community: 48.412006, -92.795019
CURRENTLY CLOSED Salmi Road: 48.421208, -93.032851 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Winter Use: Snowshoe 

Accessibility Information

This trail is not accessible due to its remote, narrow, rocky nature that is often overgrown with exposed rocks and roots throughout.