Snow Depth and Groomed Trail Conditions
Nerstrand State Park
Trail conditions:
All trails are ice covered. Hiking on the trails north of CO Rd 29 is not advised unless temperatures have been above freezing for several hours. This includes access to Hidden Falls. The crossing at Hidden Falls is under water and closed. Please do not attempt to cross while water is covering the crossing. Hiking poles and/or traction devices are recommended on all trails.
| Snowmobiling |
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| Trail conditions: closed |
| Trail groomed? no |
| Trail base: 0" |
| Trail mileage: 4.0 |
The trail(s):
The trails offer rolling, wooded terrain and a one mile prairie loop. Winter is a great time for birding and tracking. Look for winter birds including wild turkeys, red-bellied woodpeckers, and ring-necked pheasants. Deer, fox, squirrel, and other mammal tracks are often observed along the trails.
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:
- A warming area is located in the visitor center and open during regular office hours.
- Snowshoes are available for rent in the visitor center for $6 per pair.
Last updated on March 09, 2020. Local snow depth is 4".
Getting there
9700 170TH Street East
Nerstrand, MN 55053
From Nerstrand, take County Road 29 two miles west to the park entrance.
Parking is available in the picnic area.
Contact
Phone: (507) 384-6140
Email: [email protected]
Monday - Tuesday: Closed, Wednesday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Office hours may vary in winter due to limited staffing availability. Please call ahead.