Hike the Oberholtzer Trail

Enjoy views of the marshy shoreline along the Oberholtzer Trail, keep an eye out for wading birds.

C.Meridith/NPS

View the Oberholtzer Trail before you hike by watching this video link!

Wander through deciduous and conifer forest as the trail twists around the edge of a cattail filled wetland and past rocks deposited by ancient glaciers. Look for signs of wildlife as you hike to two different overlooks with marsh and lake views.

Difficulty: Easy
Hiking Distance: 1.6 miles(2.6 km) round trip, 0.5 miles (0.8 km) round trip for the accessible part


 

Details

Duration

45-80 Minutes

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not allowed on trails at Voyageurs national Park to prevent the possible transmission of diseases to the wolf population.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Near Rainy Lake Visitor Center

Trailhead is on the south side of the Rainy Lake Visitor Center. 

 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Summer Use: Hiking
Winter Use: Snowshoeing 

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility Information

This trail is accessible for the first 1/4 mile on a 4 foot wide, flat crushed gravel trail. Beyond that the dirt path is uneven with roots and rocks.

Duration:

5 minutes, 25 seconds

Starting at the trailhead from the Rainy Lake Visitor Center and hiking the entire 1.7 mile loop, ending back at the start of the trail.

Map of Oberholtzer Trail

NPS