Awassa Nature Preserve & Hiking Trail
An easy/beginner trail offering a system of level, shaded trails that meander through stands of mature pines, oaks, maples, and a rich understory of balsam fir. Three hiking loops of varied length provide for pleasurable walking. A ½ mile interpretive nature trail is wheelchair accessible.
Length:.5 miles Location:From the intersection of Hwy 155 & Hwy 70 in St. Germain, continue west on Hwy 70 approximately .5 miles (just past the school entrance). Parking area is on the west side of Hwy 70. Click here for a printable map (pdf).Fern Ridge Trail
A somewhat rugged, intermediate level trail offering striking contrasts in terrain. Special attention is given to the many wildflowers, trees and non-flowering plants that make the trail beautiful during all seasons, including late season mushrooms. Provides a great snowshoeing experience.
Length:.7 miles Location:From the intersection of Hwy 70 and Hwy 155 in St. Germain, continue north on Hwy 155 approximately 1 mile (just across from Big St. Germain Drive) Click here for a printable map (pdf).Shannon Lake Trail
With a mix of easy/beginner and intermediate loops, about half the trail runs through areas logged in 1976 and 2000. The loop around Shannon Lake is especially scenic. The rest of the gently rolling trail meanders through a variety of northern hardwoods. *Pets not allowed when there is snow or on groomed trails.
Length:Trail loops range from 2.3, 3.5 and 7 miles Location:From the intersection of Hwy 155 and Lost Lake Road just north of St. Germain, continue north on Lost Lake Drive to Found Lake Road and turn east. Continue to Shannon Lake Road and a parking area. A second parking area is located on County Hwy G, approximately 2 miles east of County Hwy N. Click here for a printable map (pdf).St. Germain Bike & Hike Trail
This 12-mile paved bicycle trail can be accessed at the Bike & Hike Park behind the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce (Hwys 70 & 155). From that point the trail leads west 8 miles along Hwy 70 to County Hwy C, and north along County Hwy C to Plum Creek Ave. A new 4-mile section of trail extends east from the Bike & Hike Park through the downtown area and then traverses a scenic section of Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest land to a parking lot across from South Bay Road and further west to a parking area on Old Hwy 70.
Length:12 miles of paved 9-foot wide trail which connects with the Plum Lake Trail System Location:Main trailhead located in the Bike & Hike Park behind the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce at the intersection of Hwys 70 and 155. Parking is also available at the east end of the trail across from South Bay Road and at a lot on Old Hwy 70. Click here for a printable map (pdf).