OHV Trail Detail

Snake Creek Trail

Trail alert!

Until further notice, the Snake Creek West Loop is closed west of the powerlines due to extremely dangerous conditions. Please stay off the closed trails, as they pose significant hazards or are impassable.

Located in the Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest, the Snake Creek Trail stretches 13 miles through bluff country in southeastern Minnesota. This wooded trail climbs 300 feet along the Snake Creek Valley with stunning scenic overlooks. Sections of the trail reach to the bedrock and have challenging outcroppings and cobbles. The Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest is classified as LIMITED. This trail is provided and maintained by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

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Current Forest Road Closures

Location

Wabasha County

From Kellogg: approximately 4 miles south on Hwy 61, users can access unit from 608th St. There is an access sign. Follow road until reaching the lot.

Minnesota DNR Parks & Trails
Rochester
507-206-2847

Vehicles allowed

ATV (class II allowed)

OHM

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When open

Trails are now closed for the season. Trail will reopen on May 1, 2025. Western loop is closed - west of the powerlines. Please stay off of the closed trails as they pose significant hazards or are impassable. Please ride with caution. Washouts and debris on trail are likely. Pay attention to your surroundings.

Normal season:
Open 5/1 - Closes end of day 10/31

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