Minocqua Winter Park has over 6,500 acres of pristine terrain containing over 45 miles of groomed trails for skiers of all skill levels as well as two great snowshoe trails. Many other winter recreation activities are also available at Minocqua Winter Park. The Snow Stomper Trail offers three fantastic views from great vantage points. It follows alongside ski trails for most of the distance and makes a loop through the center of the park.

Minocqua Winter Park has over 6,500 acres of pristine terrain containing over 45 miles of groomed trails for skiers of all skill levels. Many other winter recreation activities are also available at Minocqua Winter Park. The Breaking Free Trail is the shorter snowshoeing trail that makes a beautiful, very scenic loop. One section of the trail parallels the Squirrel River where there are great views.

Phillips School Forest contains an extensive trail network that includes five cross-country skiing loops ranging from gently rolling to steep climbs and six snowshoe loops. The trails wind through a diverse forest and an open meadow. This trail traverses very hilly terrain that contains some flat sections and many short rolling hills.

This snowshoeing adventure through Minnesota’s northeast corner in the United States most visited wilderness, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The BWCA has over one-million acres of beautiful wilderness, which this adventure displays beautifully. This route features Isabelle Lake, Superstition Lake, Horseshoe Lake, South Wilder Lake as well as the forests of the BWCA. The forests in the wilderness area a full of several different tree species, including red pine, white pine, balsam fir, spruce, cedar, birch, aspen, ash and maple. Animals indigenous to the area include moose, beaver, bears, bobcats, bald eagles, wolves and peregrine falcons.

Phillips School Forest contains an extensive trail network that includes five cross-country skiing loops ranging from gently rolling to steep climbs and six snowshoe loops. The trails wind through a diverse forest and an open meadow. This trail traverses very gentle terrain that contains only a few short, easy hills.

Jay Cooke State Park (named after the man who financed the park, Jay Cooke) has nearly fifty miles of hiking trails, providing the adventurer with a plethora of adventure opportunities. Be aware that there is a state park parking fee for any vehicles entering the park. Also, if you bring a dog park rules are that you need to keep your dog on a leash.

The snowshoeing adventure along the Maple Loop begins at the Moose Fence Trailhead, which is easily accessed off of Highway 2. This is a fairly difficult trail since there are several climbs involved. There are a lot of Maple trees in the forests of the area, thus the name of the loop. Wildlife in the area include moose, deer, birds of prey and wolf. Be apprised that if you would like an easier route do the trail counterclockwise, it presents less steep hills.

Lebanon Hills Regional Park with almost 2,000 acres, is one of the largest parks in the Minnesota's Dakota county system. The park has many lakes and several miles of trails fora variety of adventure opportunities. The trails are maintained by the Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists, a non-profit volunteer organization. Trails are well maintained and there are clean facilities. The park is a great place to spend a winter day. Wildlife in the area include deer, coyotes, moose, bear and a variety of bird species. Be apprised that there is camping available here. Also, be aware that you will be required to purchase a vehicle permit to park here.

Because this hike is just off highway 61 it is easily accessible, which makes this hike one of the more popular Superior Hiking Trail hikes in Minnesota. Aside from accessibility this trail is popular because it winds through a scenic red rock gorge, as well as featuring a couple of beautiful waterfalls. Prepare for slippery and steep trail on the north-east side since it does not get much sunlight. Be apprised that if you are take a dog on this trail it needs to be on a leash.

Northwest of Minnesota's Silver Bay, on the Northern shores of Lake Superior, the Silver Bay trail explores the areas forests and features two lakes, Bean Lake and Bear Lake. The trail utilized on this adventure is the Superior Hiking Trail and part of the Twin Lakes Hiking trail. The overlooks at Bean and Bear Lakes offer spectacular panoramic views. Be aware that dogs must be kept on leashes.