Snow Depth and Groomed Trail Conditions

Bear Head Lake State Park

Trail conditions:

Ski trails are closed and open to hiking. Be sure to bring foot traction devices as there are patches of ice due to the melting and rain in previous weeks.

Skiing
Trail conditions: closed
Trail groomed? no
Trail base: 0"
Trail mileage: 7
Difficulty: beg. to int. (track)  
Snowmobiling
Trail conditions: closed
Trail groomed? no
Trail base: 0"
Trail mileage: 4

The trail(s):
This trail provides rolling topography through birch and pine stands. You may see a variety of wildlife ranging from deer, wolves, ruffed grouse, and pine martens.
You can snowshoe anywhere in Minnesota's state parks and recreation areas, except on trails that are specifically groomed for another activity, such as skiing or snowmobiling.

Facilities:

  • Winter camping is available. Five heated camper cabins and a Guest House are available year round. Contact park office for further details.

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Last updated on March 15, 2024. Local snow depth is 0-1".

Getting there

9301 Bear Head State Road
Ely, MN 55731

From Tower, go east on MN Highway 169 for 9 miles to County Highway 128. Follow this road south 7 miles to the park.From Ely, go west on MN Highway 169 to County Highway 128. Follow this road south 7 miles to the park.

Parking is located in the picnic areas of the park.

Contact

Phone: 218-235-2520
Email: [email protected]
Contact hours are sporadic. The best times to call are between 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

More Info

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